Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals
Indian Premier League
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Ahmedabad
GT
RR
IPL 2026 is expected to run from March to May 2026, with 10 teams competing across 74 matches. Every game plays a role in shaping the standings, as teams push to finish in the top 4 and qualify for the playoffs.
The IPL 2026 points table tracks team performance across the season and gets updated after every match. It shows key data that helps understand how teams are progressing:
For IPL 2026, 10 teams are divided into 2 groups:
Teams are ranked based on total points collected during the league stage. Each win gives 2 points, while a no result gives 1 point. Teams with more wins move higher in the table. If two or more teams have equal points, Net Run Rate (NRR) is used to decide rankings.
Net Run Rate shows how well a team performs compared to its opponents across matches. It is calculated based on runs scored and runs conceded per over. A higher NRR helps teams move ahead when points are equal. In many seasons, NRR decides which team reaches the playoffs.
Each team plays multiple matches against teams from both groups during the league stage. The format includes games within their group and selected teams from the other group. Total matches for each team usually reach 14 before the playoffs begin.
After all league matches are completed, the top 4 teams in the points table qualify for the playoffs. These teams compete in Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final. The team that wins the Final becomes the IPL 2026 champion.
Yes, teams can still reach the playoffs even after a slow start. A strong run in later matches can improve both points and NRR. Many teams in past seasons recovered after early losses and secured a place in the top 4 by winning key matches toward the end of the league stage.
Indian Premier League
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Ahmedabad
GT
RR