IPL 2025 Playoff Scenario : MI, DC, LSG in Tight Race

IPL 2025 Playoff Scenario : Gujarat Titans made a big statement on Sunday by not only securing their spot in the IPL playoffs with a dominant win over Delhi Capitals but also confirming that Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore have joined them in the hunt. That leaves just one final playoff spot up for grabs — and it’s turning into a nail-biting contest between Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, and Lucknow Super Giants.

Let’s break down where each team stands and what they need to do in these last crucial matches.

Mumbai Indians: Holding Their Ground

Mumbai currently sit in fourth place with 14 points from 12 games, and their net run rate of +1.156 gives them a bit of breathing room. With Hardik Pandya leading the charge, the five-time champions know they can’t afford to slip up now. Their next two games will be critical — they need to keep the pressure on and avoid any slip in form if they want to make it through.

Delhi Capitals: Chasing the Spot

Right behind Mumbai, Delhi are just one point shy, sitting fifth with 13 points and a net run rate of +0.260. Their road is a bit tougher — every game feels like a knockout. With two games left against Mumbai and Punjab Kings, Delhi must find a way to win at least one, preferably both, to keep their playoff hopes alive. The tension is real, and their players will be feeling every bit of it.

Lucknow Super Giants: The Underdogs’ Battle

Lucknow are the dark horses in this fight. Sitting seventh with 10 points from 11 matches and a negative net run rate of -0.469, they still have a chance — but it’s slim. They have three matches left — against Hyderabad, Gujarat, and Royal Challengers Bangalore — and they must win every single one to stay in the conversation. Even then, their fate depends on how Mumbai and Delhi perform. It’s a tough road, but not impossible.

What Each Team Needs to Do

Lucknow Super Giants:
If Lucknow can pull off wins in all three remaining games, they’d finish with 16 points. But for them to actually qualify, Mumbai would have to lose both remaining matches, and Delhi would need to stumble at least once. So, while the odds aren’t in their favor, the chance is still there.
Delhi Capitals:
Delhi’s best bet is to win both remaining games and seal their spot with 17 points. Winning just one puts them in a precarious position, especially if Mumbai keeps winning. Every game is a must-win for them now.
Mumbai Indians:
Mumbai have the advantage but can’t get complacent. Their strong net run rate helps, but if they lose both remaining games, they risk losing out to Delhi or Lucknow. They have the upper hand — but it’s far from over.

Already Out of the Race

On the flip side, Kolkata Knight Riders, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rajasthan Royals, and Chennai Super Kings have all been knocked out of playoff contention and will be watching the drama unfold from the sidelines.

The Final Stretch

With just a handful of matches left, the IPL is once again living up to its reputation as a rollercoaster of emotions. Every run and every wicket is magnified in importance, and these three teams know the pressure is on like never before. Fans are in for a thrilling finish as Mumbai, Delhi, and Lucknow battle tooth and nail for that last ticket to the playoffs.

This is what makes the IPL such a spectacular spectacle — unpredictability, passion, and high stakes, all wrapped into one. The coming days promise edge-of-the-seat moments and unforgettable cricket drama.

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