IPL Points Table 2026
The Indian Premier League 2026 is one of the most anticipated cricket tournaments globally. Fans eagerly track the IPL points table 2026 to see which teams are leading, which are struggling, and who has a chance to reach the playoffs. The points table is a reflection of team performances and is crucial for fans, analysts, and fantasy league players alike.
Understanding the IPL Points Table
The IPL points table is updated after every match and ranks teams based on several key criteria:
- Matches Played (P) – The total number of games a team has played.
Wins (W) – Matches won by the team.
Losses (L) – Matches lost by the team.
Ties/No Results (T/NR) – Matches that ended in a tie or were abandoned.
Points (PTS) – Teams earn 2 points for a win, 1 point for a tie/no result, and 0 points for a loss.
Net Run Rate (NRR) – A key tie-breaker metric showing the difference between runs scored per over and runs conceded per over.
The pointable provides a snapshot of team performance and determines which teams qualify for the playoffs.
How the Points Table Works
The top 4 teams in the points table after the league stage advance to the playoffs.
Teams are first ranked by points.
If two or more teams have the same points, the Net Run Rate (NRR) decides the higher rank.
A strong NRR can be crucial in deciding playoff positions in a tightly contested season.
| Team | M | W | L | NRR | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 RR |
1 | 1 | 0 | +4.171 | 2 | ✓ |
2 RCB |
1 | 1 | 0 | +2.907 | 2 | ✓ |
3 DC |
1 | 1 | 0 | +1.397 | 2 | ✓ |
4 MI |
1 | 1 | 0 | +0.687 | 2 | ✓ |
5 PBKS |
1 | 1 | 0 | +0.509 | 2 | ✓ |
6 SRH |
2 | 1 | 1 | +0.469 | 2 | ✕✓ |
7 GT |
1 | 0 | 1 | -0.509 | 0 | ✕ |
8 LSG |
1 | 0 | 1 | -1.397 | 0 | ✕ |
9 KKR |
2 | 0 | 2 | -1.964 | 0 | ✕✕ |
10 CSK |
1 | 0 | 1 | -4.171 | 0 | ✕ |
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