The fight for a spot in the IPL 2025 playoffs is getting intense. With just a few matches left, 8 teams are still in the race, while Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) have been knocked out of the top-four contention.

Currently, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are leading the pack with 16 points from 11 games. Mumbai Indians (MI) and Gujarat Titans (GT) are close behind with 14 points each. Punjab Kings (PBKS) hold the fourth spot with 13 points from 10 matches.

Here’s a quick look at what each team needs to do to make it to the playoffs:

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)

Current Points: 16 (11 matches)
RCB are almost through to the playoffs. They just need one win from their last three games to seal their spot.
If they win all three, they’ll likely finish in the top two, giving them an extra chance in the playoffs.

Mumbai Indians (MI)

Current Points: 14 (11 matches)
The five-time champions need to win at least two of their remaining games to confirm qualification.
If they manage to win all their games, and a few other results go in their favour, they could also finish in the top two.

Gujarat Titans (GT)

Current Points: 14 (10 matches)
GT’s path is slightly simpler. They must win two of their four remaining games to qualify.
If they win all four, a top-two finish is guaranteed.

Punjab Kings (PBKS)

Current Points: 13 (10 matches)
PBKS need to win at least two more games to secure a playoff spot.
For a top-two finish, they’ll not only need to win big but also hope that other results fall in their favour.

Delhi Capitals (DC)

Current Points: 12 (10 matches)
Delhi have hit a rough patch, losing three of their last five matches.
They need to win three out of four games to stay in contention.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)

Current Points: 10 (10 matches)
LSG still has hope. They must win three of their next four matches to keep their playoff dreams alive.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

Current Points: 9 (10 matches)
KKR are hanging by a thread. They need to win at least three more matches and hope that other teams slip up.

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH)

Current Points: 9 (10 matches)
Just like KKR, SRH are in a do-or-die situation. Even if they win all their remaining matches, qualification isn’t guaranteed. They’ll need help from other teams’ results too.

Final Thoughts

With the league heading toward its final stages, every match is a virtual knockout for most teams. While RCB look strong, the rest of the playoff spots are still wide open.
Fans are in for a thrilling finish to the league stage of IPL 2025.