IPL 2025 Playoff scenarios: GT ,RCB through; MI and DC’s fate hangs in the balance

New Delhi: Gujarat Titans secured the first IPL 2025 playoff berth after decisively defeating the Delhi Capitals on Sunday. This win also ensured playoff qualification for the Royal Challengers Bangalore and Punjab Kings. These three teams are now vying for the top two positions, which offer a double chance to reach the final. Despite a century by KL Rahul, Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan’s impressive performances secured victory for the Gujarat Titans.

Gujarat Titans

Gujarat Titans secured their place in the IPL 2025 playoffs after defeating the Delhi Capitals. Having two games left, they could potentially reach 22 points and are strong contenders to finish among the top two teams.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Gujarat Titans’ victory over Delhi Capitals secured Royal Challengers Bangalore’s playoff berth. RCB can achieve a maximum of 21 points with wins in their remaining games, potentially securing a top-two finish if Gujarat Titans lose at least one match.

Punjab Kings

Punjab Kings (PBKS) secured a playoff berth. Two more wins would guarantee a top-two finish, provided either Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) or Gujarat Titans (GT) lose a game.

Mumbai Indians

Mumbai Indians (MI) must win their final two games to secure a top-four finish. Two victories would give them 18 points, and their superior net run rate could be crucial in the final standings.

Delhi Capitals

Following their defeat to GT, DC must win their next two games to reach 17 points. However, even then, qualification will depend on net run rate and other teams’ results.

Lucknow Super Giants

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have a tough road to the IPL 2025 playoffs. Their qualification would depend on winning their next three games and positive outcomes elsewhere. Three wins would bring LSG 16 points, but their ultimate playoff spot would most probably rely on net run rate.

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