IPL 2026 Points Table Update: Gujarat Titans Triumph Over RCB

The IPL 2026 continues to heat up as Gujarat Titans defeat Royal Challengers Bangalore, maintaining the status quo in the points table. Punjab Kings lead, while Yashasvi Jaiswal holds the top spot in the Orange Cap race. Bhuvneshwar Kumar makes history as the first Indian fast bowler to reach 350 T20 wickets. Stay tuned for more updates on player performances and rankings in this thrilling season of IPL.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 1, 2026, 00:40 IST

IPL 2026 Points Table and Player Rankings After 42nd Match

In the latest match of the Indian Premier League 2026, Gujarat Titans secured a 4-wicket victory against Royal Challengers Bangalore on Wednesday. Despite this win, there were no changes in the points table, with Punjab Kings maintaining their lead at the top. RCB remains in second place, while Gujarat Titans have become the fifth team to reach 10 points this season, holding the fifth position. Alongside RCB, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals also share 12 points.

Regarding the Orange Cap race, Yashasvi Jaiswal continues to lead the charts, while Virat Kohli is currently in fourth place. KL Rahul has dropped out of the top five, making way for Shubman Gill's entry into the rankings. In the bowling department, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has claimed the Purple Cap, with Ishan Malinga slipping to second place. Kagiso Rabada has also made his way into the top five bowlers.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar Makes History

On Thursday, during the IPL 2026, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, the fast bowler for Royal Challengers Bangalore, made history by dismissing Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan. He became the first Indian fast bowler to take 350 wickets in T20 cricket. Bhuvneshwar achieved this milestone in his 325th match, surpassing the previous record held by Yuzvendra Chahal, who has taken 391 wickets in 337 matches, and Jasprit Bumrah, who has 347 wickets in 278 matches.