IPL 2026 Points Table Update: RCB strong at number 2, PBKS remains on top, big blow to GT

Samira Vishwas

Tezzbuzz|25-04-2026

Delhi: The excitement is at its peak in the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) and a high-scoring match was once again seen in the 34th match. This match played between defending champions Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) kept the audience engaged till the end.

Batting first, Gujarat Titans (GT) took advantage of a strong start and scored a big score of 205 runs in the stipulated 20 overs. The team’s batsmen played aggressively and maintained constant pressure on the opposition bowlers.

Royal Challengers Bangalore, chasing the target, displayed excellent batting in reply. The team showed an excellent balance of patience and aggression and achieved the target by losing 5 wickets in 18.5 overs. With this victory, Bengaluru maintained its complete hold on the match.

Bengaluru moves towards strength in points table

Royal Challengers Bangalore, under the leadership of Rajat Patidar, has been performing consistently well this season. The team has achieved 10 points by registering 5 wins in 7 matches. Also, his net run rate has reached 1.101, due to which he is currently in second place.

Punjab Kings remain on top

The first place in the points table is in the name of Punjab Kings. The team has registered 5 wins in 6 matches, while one match was canceled due to rain. With a total of 11 points, the net run rate of Punjab Kings is 1.420, which is keeping them ahead of other teams.

Rajasthan and Hyderabad also in the race

Rajasthan Royals team occupies the third place, which has strengthened its position with 5 wins in 7 matches. His net run rate is 0.790. At the same time, in fourth place is Sunrisers Hyderabad, which has won 4 out of 7 matches and collected 8 points and their net run rate is 0.820.

tough competition in mid table

Chennai Super Kings is in fifth place, which has won 3 in 7 matches. After this, Delhi Capitals team is present at sixth number. Gujarat Titans had to face defeat in this match, due to which they have slipped to seventh place with 6 points in 7 matches and their net run rate has become -0.790.

Struggle continues at the bottom

Mumbai Indians are in eighth place with only 2 wins in 7 matches. At the same time, Lucknow Super Giants also remains at ninth position due to similar performance. Kolkata Knight Riders are at the bottom of the points table, which has registered only one win in 7 matches and the performance of the team remains a matter of concern.