IPL 2026: LSG's Thrilling Victory Shakes Up Points Table

In a gripping match of IPL 2026, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured a last-minute victory against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), significantly impacting the points table. Mukul Chaudhary's explosive performance helped LSG climb into the top five, while KKR fell to ninth place. With 10 teams competing this season, the standings are shifting rapidly, especially for teams like CSK, which are yet to score. This article delves into the latest updates and current rankings of the top teams in the league.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 10, 2026, 12:05 IST

IPL 2026 Match Recap

IPL 2026 Points Table: In a recent match of IPL 2026, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) faced off against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). After winning the toss, LSG opted to bowl first. KKR managed to score 181 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in their 20 overs.

Although LSG seemed to be losing, Mukul Chaudhary made a remarkable comeback, scoring 54 runs off just 27 balls, leading his team to a thrilling victory and causing a significant shift in the points table.

Impact of LSG's Victory on the Points Table

The win for LSG has dramatically altered the dynamics of the IPL 2026 points table. Following their last-ball victory, LSG has climbed into the top five, while KKR has dropped to the ninth position.

In this season, a total of 10 teams are competing, with 9 teams having opened their accounts. However, the 10th team, CSK, is yet to score, having lost all three of their matches. KKR has also struggled, winning only 1 point from a match against Punjab Kings that was abandoned.

Current Standings of the Top Teams

As for the top four teams in the IPL 2026 points table, Rajasthan Royals currently hold the first position, having won all three of their matches and accumulating 6 points. Punjab Kings follows in second place with 5 points from 2 wins out of 3 matches, while their third match against KKR was rained out.

RCB is in third place with 4 points, and Delhi Capitals also have 4 points, sitting in fourth. After defeating KKR, LSG has reached fifth place with 4 points.

Hyderabad and Gujarat both have 2 points but are ranked sixth and seventh, respectively. Mumbai Indians also have 2 points, positioned in eighth place.