KKR Qualification Scenario News

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are in a tough spot after their loss to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2025, with 11 points from 12 matches. To qualify for the playoffs, KKR must win their remaining two games against SRH and RCB. However, even two wins may not guarantee a spot, as they can only reach a maximum of 15 points, and their net run rate is lower than teams above them. KKR needs Mumbai Indians (MI), Delhi Capitals (DC), and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to lose, and must rely on favorable net run rates to advance.  

The Indian Premier League 2025 is entering its final and most intense phase, and the race for the playoff spots is as fierce as ever. With just a few league matches remaining, only three teams—Rajasthan Royals, Chennai Super Kings, and Sunrisers Hyderabad have been officially knocked out of contention. The rest are still in with a mathematical or realistic chance to finish in the top four. Here's how the playoff race looks for each of the 10 franchises:

If the remaining matches go as planned, GT and LSG will finish in the top two positions with 22 and 17 points, respectively.