A total of 17 matches will be played in IPL 2025, comprising 13 group stage matches and 4 playoff matches. Regarding the points table, Gujarat Titans held the top position until the IPL 2025 season was temporarily suspended.
Sports News: When the IPL 2025 season was postponed for a week due to tension and controversies, a wave of uncertainty swept through the hearts of cricket fans. However, this cricketing extravaganza has now begun to regain its footing. The excitement of the IPL will once again be presented to viewers, starting with the match between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on Saturday. This final and decisive phase of IPL 2025 has 17 remaining matches, including 13 group stage matches and four playoff matches.
17 Matches Remain in IPL 2025
This season, which began on March 22nd at Kolkata's Eden Gardens with a match between KKR and RCB, is now in its final stages. A total of 58 matches have already been played, including the cancelled match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals. The BCCI has decided to replay this match to maintain the fairness of the season.
Gujarat Titans Top the Points Table
Until the season's suspension, Gujarat Titans maintained the top spot with 16 points, achieving 8 wins and 3 losses in 11 matches. RCB is in second place with 16 points as well. Punjab Kings are in third place, while Mumbai Indians hold the fourth position. Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Rajasthan Royals have been eliminated from the playoff race. Delhi Capitals, KKR, and Lucknow Super Giants still have their hopes alive.
Top 7 Teams in the Playoff Race
The equation of each team's wins and losses in the final IPL matches is extremely complex and will determine the playoff direction.
Gujarat Titans
Gujarat Titans are the best contenders for the playoffs. They need only one win in their remaining three matches to secure a playoff berth. Two wins will guarantee them a top-two finish, giving them two chances to reach the final.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
For RCB, winning one out of three matches is enough to guarantee a playoff spot. If RCB wins all three matches, they will secure a top-two position in the points table and directly qualify for the final.
Punjab Kings
Punjab Kings are very close to making the playoffs for the first time since 2014. They have three matches remaining and, if they win all three, they could reach 21 points and secure a top-two finish. Two wins would also suffice for a playoff berth, but with only one win, their chances would depend heavily on net run rate and other teams' results.
Mumbai Indians
Mumbai Indians must win both their remaining league matches to keep their playoff hopes alive. Winning both matches would take them to 18 points and qualify them. However, a single loss would make their playoff chances dependent on other teams' performance.
Delhi Capitals
The situation is challenging for Delhi Capitals. With 13 points from 11 matches, Delhi needs to win at least two out of their remaining three matches to stay in the playoff race. Their remaining matches are against top teams like Gujarat, Mumbai, and Punjab, making these crucial encounters. The match against Mumbai is considered extremely decisive.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
The playoff path has become difficult for the defending champions, KKR. Their loss against Chennai Super Kings has hampered their progress. KKR needs to win their next two matches and improve their net run rate. Their chances will also depend on other teams' results.
Lucknow Super Giants
Lucknow's situation is similar to KKR's. They must win all three remaining matches to reach 16 points. Even then, they will need to monitor other teams' performances. Strengthening their net run rate will be crucial for them.
The exciting battle of IPL 2025 is about to resume with renewed energy. Gujarat Titans, at the top of the points table, the b RCB, and giants like Punjab and Mumbai with their surprising performances—all eyes are now on the playoff race.
