IPL 2025 playoff scenario News

As the league stage of IPL 2025 enters its final stretch, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) find themselves on the cusp of a playoff berth but their qualification isn’t sealed just yet. While Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have officially been eliminated, RCB must still navigate a complex web of scenarios to confirm their top-four finish. Currently sitting on 17 points, RCB would typically be considered safe. However, in an unpredictable IPL season disrupted by a mid-tournament break and several nail-biters, nothing is guaranteed until the final league game is played.

The battle for the final playoff spot is intense, with DC, MI, and LSG fighting for survival, while RCB, GT, and PBKS are on the brink of qualification. The remaining matches will be decisive.  

The IPL 2025 will allow franchises to sign temporary replacement players for the final leg of the season, following its resumption on May 17 after a suspension due to India-Pakistan tensions. However, these replacements cannot be retained for IPL 2026 and must re-enter the next player auction. This rule aims to prevent teams from bypassing the auction system. While many overseas players are returning, some, like Jake Fraser-McGurk and Jamie Overton, have withdrawn. Replacements signed before the suspension remain eligible for retention, including Mayank Agarwal, Nandre Burger, and Sediqullah Atal. The season will now conclude on June 3.

The IPL 2025 points table shows a fierce mid‑season battle.The playoff battle is intense! Let’s check where each team stands after SRH’s win over CSK.   

As the IPL 2025 league stage nears its climax, the playoff race is intensifying. Gujarat Titans and Delhi Capitals lead with 12 points each, almost sealing their qualification. RCB, PBKS, and LSG remain in strong contention with 10 points, though LSG’s negative Net Run Rate could be costly. Mumbai Indians are still in the hunt with 8 points, while KKR need a winning streak to survive. Rajasthan Royals, SRH, and defending champions CSK sit at the bottom with just 4 points each, needing miracles to qualify. With every match now a virtual knockout, the race for the top four is wide open.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) suffered a heavy nine-wicket loss to Mumbai Indians, leaving them at the bottom of the IPL 2025 points table with just two wins in eight matches. With a poor net run rate of -1.392, CSK now face a near-impossible playoff scenario. To qualify directly, they must win all six remaining games to reach 16 points. Even with seven wins, they’ll need massive NRR improvements. Despite key contributions from Jadeja and Dube, CSK’s bowling and consistency remain concerns. However, with experienced players, young talent like Ayush Mhatre, and Dhoni’s leadership, a late-season turnaround isn’t entirely off the table.