IPL 2026 Points Table: KKR Keeps Playoff Hopes Alive with Thrilling Victory

The IPL 2026 season is reaching a thrilling climax as Kolkata Knight Riders secure a vital win against Delhi Capitals, keeping their playoff hopes alive. With several teams still in contention, the points table is heating up. Sunrisers Hyderabad leads the pack, while Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore are also strong contenders. However, Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants are struggling at the bottom. Each upcoming match could dramatically shift the playoff landscape, making this season one of the most exciting yet.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 9, 2026, 11:52 IST

IPL 2026 Points Table Update

The excitement of IPL 2026 has reached new heights as the playoff race intensifies with each match. Following a remarkable victory against Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders have not only kept their hopes alive but have also added to the thrill of the points table. Several teams are still in contention for the playoffs, and upcoming matches could significantly alter the season's landscape.

KKR's Dominant Performance

Kolkata Knight Riders showcased a strong performance across all departments against Delhi Capitals. Although the team faced early setbacks while chasing a target of 143 runs, a brilliant partnership between Finn Allen and Cameron Green turned the match in KKR's favor. Finn Allen scored his maiden IPL century, leading KKR to a comfortable win.

Exciting Race for the Top 4

In the points table, Sunrisers Hyderabad currently leads with 14 points from 11 matches, having won seven games and boasting a net run rate of +0.737. With three league matches remaining, Hyderabad appears to be in a strong position for the playoffs. Punjab Kings follows in second place with 13 points from 10 matches, having secured six victories and one no-result, with a net run rate of +0.571. Two more wins could bring them closer to playoff qualification.

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bangalore sit in third place with 12 points, having won six out of ten matches and holding the best net run rate of +1.234 this season. Rajasthan Royals also have 12 points and are in fourth place with a net run rate of +0.510, remaining strong contenders. Gujarat Titans, with 12 points as well, face concerns with a net run rate of 0.147. Meanwhile, Chennai Super Kings are in sixth place with 10 points, having won five and lost five matches, with a net run rate of +0.151.

Lucknow Super Giants Struggling

Kolkata Knight Riders have climbed to seventh place with 9 points from 10 matches, having won four, lost five, and one match ending in no result. Recent victories have reignited their hopes. Conversely, Delhi Capitals are struggling, dropping to eighth place with only 8 points from 11 matches and a net run rate that has plummeted to -1.154. Mumbai Indians are ninth with 6 points from 10 matches, while Lucknow Super Giants, despite having the same points, sit at the bottom due to a poor net run rate. Every match in IPL 2026 has the potential to change the playoff picture, making this season exceptionally thrilling.