IPL 2026 points table after Match 16: RR stay dominant at top; RCB remain third after loss
Rajasthan Royals solidified their IPL 2026 lead with a dominant win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, maintaining a perfect four-win record. RCB remains third, while Punjab Kings sit second. The standings show a clear hierarchy with several teams vying for playoff spots.
NEW DELHI: Rajasthan Royals further strengthened their position at the top of the IPL 2026 points table after their dominant win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Friday. The Royals have been in outstanding form this season, registering four wins in as many matches. They sit firmly at number one with 8 points, having a perfect record of 4 wins and 0 losses, and a superior net run rate of +2.
055. For Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the defeat did not alter their overall standing significantly as they remain third on the table. RCB have played 3 matches so far, winning 2 and losing 1, collecting 4 points in total.
They have a net run rate of +1. 231. At second place are Punjab Kings, who have played 3 matches, winning 2 without a loss and one no-result.
They have 5 points with a net run rate of +0. 637. In fourth position, Delhi Capitals have also won 2 of their 3 matches, losing 1, and sit on 4 points with a net run rate of +0.