IPL 2026 - Points Table
After all the action on the field, it's the Indian Premier League 2026 points table that reflects the true picture. The 10 IPL teams' standings are determined by the table, which captures the number of matches played, wins, losses, net run rate and overall points earned during the league phase.
A total of 70 games will be played in the preliminary phase, with every side taking the field 14 times. After each of those 70 matches, the IPL 2026 points table will get updated dynamically with the latest rankings. The teams that finish in the top four qualify for the playoffs, while the remaining six get eliminated from the title race.
In the previous season, Punjab Kings finished on top of the table after the group stage with 19 points. Royal Challengers Bengaluru stood second with as many points as PBKS but an inferior NRR. Gujarat Titans ended up third with 18 points, while Mumbai Indians rounded out the playoffs line-up.
Going into IPL 2026, RCB are the defending champions, having clinched their maiden title in 2025. The Rajat Patidar-led outfit seeks to have another fruitful season, even as all teams vie for ascendance in the points table.
IPL 2026 - Points Table - FAQs
- When is the Indian Premier League 2026?
The 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) starts on March 28, 2026, and concludes on May 31.
- Where will IPL 2026 matches be played?
The league stage of IPL 2026 will be played at 13 venues across India: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Dharamshala, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mullanpur (New Chandigarh), Mumbai, and Nava Raipur.
- When are the IPL 2026 playoffs scheduled?
The IPL 2026 playoffs are scheduled for May 26 (Qualifier 1), May 27 (Eliminator), May 29 (Qualifier 2), and the final will be played on May 31.
- How many matches are in IPL 2026?
IPL 2026 comprises 74 matches in all: 70 league-stage games and four playoff encounters.
- How many matches are in IPL 2026 for each team?
Each team will play 14 league matches in IPL 2026. Four teams will qualify for the playoffs, where four more matches are scheduled in total.
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IPL 2026 - Points Table - FAQs
- How many teams are there in IPL 2026?
There are 10 teams in IPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Punjab Kings (PBKS), Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Mumbai Indians (MI), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Rajasthan Royals (RR), Gujarat Titans (GT), SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Delhi Capitals (DC).
- How many matches in IPL 2026?
IPL 2026 comprises 74 matches in all: 70 league-stage games and four playoff encounters.
- How many matches in IPL 2026 for each team?
Each team will play 14 league matches in IPL 2026. Four teams will qualify for the playoffs, where four more matches are scheduled in total.
- Which teams will qualify for the IPL 2026 playoffs?
After the group stage, the top four teams qualify for the playoffs, with the top two competing in Qualifier 1. The winners qualify for the final. The 3rd and 4th-placed teams face off in the Eliminator, with the winners taking on the Qualifier 1 losers for a place in the final.
- How many points need to qualify for the IPL playoffs?
There is no fixed number of points required to qualify for IPL playoffs, as it depends on the relative standings of the 10 teams. In general, 18 points should prove enough for advancement.
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IPL 2026 - Points Table - FAQs
- How many teams are there in IPL 2026?
There are 10 teams in IPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Punjab Kings (PBKS), Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Mumbai Indians (MI), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Rajasthan Royals (RR), Gujarat Titans (GT), SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Delhi Capitals (DC).
- Who are the IPL defending champions?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are the defending IPL champions. They beat Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 final for their first title.
- Name the most successful teams in IPL history.
Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are the most successful teams in IPL history, both winning five titles each.
- How many teams have won IPL?
As many as eight teams have won the Indian Premier League, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru the latest (2025). Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI) are the most successful teams (five each), while Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have secured 3 titles. Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Deccan Chargers (now defunct), and Gujarat Titans have each lifted the trophy once.
- When is the Indian Premier League 2026?
The 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) starts on March 28, 2026, and concludes on May 31.
