IPL 2026 points table explained: How Gujarat Titans' win and CSK's elimination impact playoff race
Gujarat Titans secured a dominant 89-run victory over Chennai Super Kings, clinching a top-two finish in IPL 2026. This defeat officially eliminated CSK, while GT's strong net run rate solidified their position alongside table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals also confirmed playoff berths.
NEW DELHI: Gujarat Titans produced a dominant 89-run win over Chennai Super Kings in their IPL 2026 clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, a result that lifted their net run rate to +0. 695 and sealed a top-two finish on the points table. The defeat brought CSK’s campaign to an end, officially eliminating the five-time champions from the tournament.
GT wrapped up the league stage with 14 matches, 9 wins and 5 losses, finishing on 18 points. Their strong net run rate ensured they stayed in the top-two bracket alongside Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who are at top of the table with 18 points from 13 matches, featuring 9 wins and 4 losses and a superior NRR of +1. 065.
Sunrisers Hyderabad, who also secured a playoff berth, are third with 16 points from 13 matches, winning 8 games and losing 5. Rajasthan Royals are fourth with 14 points from 13 outings (7 wins, 6 losses) and an NRR of +0. 083.
Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders are locked on 13 points each, separated only by net run rate. PBKS are fifth with 13 points from 13 matches, recording 6 wins, 6 losses and 1 no result, and an NRR of +0. 227.