IPL 2026 Points Table: Live Standings, NRR & Playoff Race (Updated After Matches 37 & 38 – April 26)
🔴 Live Update (April 26, 2026 – After Match 38: LSG vs KKR Super Over Thriller): The IPL 2026 Points Table has been updated after a dramatic double-header on April 26. Gujarat Titans (GT) crushed Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 8 wickets in Match 37 at Chepauk, while Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) edged out Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a heart-stopping Super Over in Match 38 at Ekana. Both results have significantly reshuffled the IPL standings today.
Check the latest IPL points table 2026 today with live standings, team rankings, wins, losses, and updated Net Run Rate (NRR) after every match. This page is your one-stop destination for fans searching “IPL 2026 points table after today match”, “IPL standings today April 26”, “which team is top in IPL 2026”, and “IPL 2026 playoff race update”.
👉 Also check: Orange Cap List 2026 | Purple Cap List 2026 | Full IPL 2026 Schedule |
📅 IPL 2026 Match Results — April 26, 2026
Match 37 | CSK vs GT | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Chennai Super Kings (CSK): 158/7 (20 overs) — Ruturaj Gaikwad 74* (not out)
Gujarat Titans (GT): 162/2 (16.4 overs) — Sai Sudharsan 87 (46 balls, 7×6 4×4); Jos Buttler 39*
🏆 Result: Gujarat Titans won by 8 wickets (with 20 balls to spare)
🌟 Player of the Match: Kagiso Rabada (GT) | Toss: GT elected to field
GT climb to 5th on the IPL 2026 points table. CSK slide to 6th.
Match 38 | LSG vs KKR | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): 155/7 (20 overs) — Rinku Singh 83* (51 balls; career-best T20 score); Cameron Green 34
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG): 155/8 (20 overs) — Mohsin Khan 5-wicket haul
Match tied — Super Over required.
Super Over — LSG bat (Narine bowls): Pooran b 0, Pant 1, Markram c Rinku/Powell 0 → LSG: 1/2
Super Over — KKR bat (Tyagi bowls): KKR needed 2 runs, won off the 2nd ball → KKR: 2/0
🏆 Result: Kolkata Knight Riders won via Super Over
🌟 Player of the Match: Rinku Singh (KKR) — career-best 83* off 51 balls | Toss: LSG elected to field
KKR claim their second win of IPL 2026. LSG remain in the bottom half of the table.
🏆 IPL 2026 Points Table — Updated April 26, 2026 (After Match 38)
The table below reflects the current IPL 2026 standings after all matches played through April 26, including GT’s win over CSK (Match 37) and KKR’s Super Over win over LSG (Match 38).
| Position | Logo | Team | Matches | Wins | Loss | NR | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Punjab Kings (PBKS) | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 1.333 |
| 2 |  | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 1.101 |
| 3 |  | Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 10 | 0.815 |
| 4 |  | Rajasthan Royals (RR) | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 10 | 0.602 |
| 5 |  | Gujarat Titans (GT) | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 8 | -0.475 |
| 6 |  | Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 6 | -0.121 |
| 7 |  | Delhi Capitals (DC) | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 6 | -0.184 |
| 8 |  | Mumbai Indians (MI) | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 4 | -0.736 |
| 9 |  | Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 4 | -1.277 |
| 10 |  | Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | 7 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 3 | -0.879 |
✅ Updated after Match 38 (April 26, 2026). W = Win (2 pts) | L = Loss (0 pts) | NR = No Result (1 pt each) | NRR = Net Run Rate.
🏆 IPL 2026 Top Teams — April 26 Snapshot
- Punjab Kings (PBKS) — Unbeaten table leaders, 13 pts, 7 matches played
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) — Solid 2nd place with Kohli in red-hot form
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) — Level on points with RCB at 10, on a strong 4-match winning run
- Gujarat Titans (GT) — Big movers today: win over CSK lifts them to 5th with 9 pts
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) — Super Over drama: Rinku’s 83 and Narine’s two-ball Super Over seal the win
IPL 2026 Points Table Today — Quick Summary (After April 26)
The IPL points table 2026 has been significantly reshuffled after two action-packed matches on April 26. Punjab Kings (PBKS) remain at the top with 13 points from just 7 matches, the only unbeaten side in the tournament. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) both sit on 10 points and are locked in a fierce battle for second place heading into the next set of fixtures.
The big story of the day is Gujarat Titans climbing to fifth after their clinical 8-wicket win over CSK in Chennai. Meanwhile, a gripping tie between LSG and KKR in Lucknow was decided in a nail-biting Super Over, with Kolkata snatching victory in just two balls. Rinku Singh’s career-best 83 off 51 balls was the undisputed highlight of the evening.
IPL 2026 Standings Today — Full Analysis (April 26, 2026)
As of April 26, 2026, the IPL 2026 points table tells a story of three very different races. At the top, PBKS are pulling away from the field. In the middle, a fascinating six-team battle is developing for three remaining playoff spots. At the bottom, KKR and LSG are fighting to stay alive — and tonight showed that spirit is very much there, even if results haven’t always gone their way.
Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Gujarat Titans (GT) are now both on 9 points, making the battle for 4th place a direct duel between these two sides. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at 6 points find themselves needing a strong run of results to bridge the growing gap to the playoff places.
Match 37 Report: GT Beat CSK by 8 Wickets — Sai Sudharsan Lights Up Chepauk
Gujarat Titans produced one of the most dominant batting performances of IPL 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, overhauling CSK’s 158/7 with eight wickets in hand and 20 balls to spare. The pitch, described by Ruturaj Gaikwad as “up and down” and “challenging in the first innings,” worked brilliantly for GT’s pace bowlers. Kagiso Rabada was the standout performer and rightly claimed the Player of the Match award.
CSK struggled to build momentum after losing wickets in clusters throughout their innings, with Gaikwad (74 not out) fighting a lone battle. In reply, local hero Sai Sudharsan stroked a breathtaking 87 off just 46 balls, hitting seven sixes and four fours to anchor GT’s chase. Jos Buttler (39 not out) added composure as the visitors crossed the line with ease. GT have now won three of their last four games and are very much alive in the IPL 2026 playoff race.
The result sees GT rise to 5th on the IPL points table, level on points with RR at 9 — separated only by Net Run Rate. CSK fall to 6th and face a must-win run in the games ahead.
Match 38 Report: KKR Win Thriller Super Over — Rinku Singh Delivers Career Best
If Match 37 was a procession, Match 38 was a rollercoaster. Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants produced an IPL 2026 classic at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, finishing level after 20 overs at 155 apiece before KKR sealed the deal in a Super Over that lasted just three deliveries.
KKR’s innings looked in dire trouble at 93/7 in the 15th over after Mohsin Khan’s outstanding five-wicket haul dismantled the top order. But Rinku Singh took matters into his own hands. His 83 not out off 51 balls — including four consecutive sixes off Digvesh Rathi in the final over — rescued KKR from the depths and stands as his highest ever T20 score. Cameron Green contributed a fluent 34 in the middle phase.
In the Super Over, Sunil Narine bowled for KKR with surgical precision. Nicholas Pooran was bowled first ball, Rishabh Pant managed just a single, and Aiden Markram was brilliantly caught via a relay effort by Rovman Powell and Rinku Singh. LSG were all out for just 1 run in the Super Over. KKR knocked off the 2-run target off their second delivery to complete a memorable victory. A controversial obstructing the field dismissal involving Angkrish Raghuvanshi was a major talking point throughout the evening.
IPL 2026 Team-by-Team Form Guide — Updated After April 26
Punjab Kings (PBKS) — Table Toppers | 13 Pts | 7 Matches
PBKS remain the benchmark of consistency in IPL 2026. Six wins and one no-result from seven outings make them the only unbeaten side in the competition. Their batting depth, disciplined bowling, and outstanding NRR give them a significant buffer at the top of the IPL 2026 standings. Next up: a potentially decisive clash against RR.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) — 2nd Place | 10 Pts | 7 Matches
Virat Kohli’s continued brilliance — 228 runs from five innings and counting — keeps RCB firmly in second. Their batting firepower is undeniable, though two defeats suggest some vulnerability. With DC away next, RCB have a strong chance to extend their tally in the IPL 2026 points table.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) — 3rd Place | 10 Pts | 8 Matches
SRH have played the most games of the top three and still sit level on points with RCB. Captain Ishan Kishan (213 runs) and Heinrich Klaasen (224 runs) continue to fire. Four consecutive wins before a recent defeat show they are serious contenders for the IPL 2026 playoffs.
Rajasthan Royals (RR) — 4th Place | 9 Pts | 8 Matches
RR occupy the last playoff spot for now and must hold off a resurgent GT. Ravi Bishnoi (9 wickets) and Jofra Archer (7 wickets) give their bowling attack a fearsome edge. Their NRR advantage over GT keeps them 4th, but the race is tightening by the match.
Gujarat Titans (GT) — 5th Place | 9 Pts | 8 Matches ▲ Moved Up
GT are the big movers on the IPL 2026 points table today. After two consecutive defeats to RCB and MI, they’ve found form at exactly the right time. Shubman Gill leads the Orange Cap race, Sai Sudharsan is in superb touch, and Kagiso Rabada is providing the pace. Three wins in four games have propelled them into genuine playoff contention.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) — 6th Place | 6 Pts | 8 Matches ▼ Dropped
CSK’s playoff hopes took a serious hit tonight. Losing to GT by 8 wickets at home was a sobering result. The pitch behaved unpredictably but Gaikwad admitted their top-order collapse was “an off day.” Young quick Anshul Kamboj (10 wickets) remains their best bowling weapon. CSK must win regularly and hope results elsewhere go their way.
Delhi Capitals (DC) — 7th Place | 5 Pts | 7 Matches
DC have a match in hand on most teams below them and that is their one saving grace. Their recent form — a solitary win in the last five — is concerning, but a clash with RCB provides a genuine chance to pick up points. Shreyas Iyer’s leadership will be crucial as DC enter a critical run of games in the IPL 2026 season.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) — 8th Place | 5 Pts | 8 Matches ▲ Moved Up
KKR’s Super Over win tonight is exactly the momentum boost they needed. Their season had spiralled with just one win from their first seven games, but back-to-back wins over RR and now LSG have reignited their campaign. Rinku Singh’s batting, Narine’s bowling, and Vaibhav Arora’s tight lines offer genuine hope — but the mountain they need to climb remains steep.
Mumbai Indians (MI) — 9th Place | 4 Pts | 7 Matches
MI’s 99-run win over GT led by Tilak Varma’s breathtaking century feels like a distant memory after three straight defeats. With a game in hand they are not mathematically out, but they need an extraordinary run of victories. Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah must lead by example in the games remaining.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) — 10th Place | 3 Pts | 8 Matches
LSG are bottom of the IPL 2026 points table and tonight’s Super Over defeat stings. Their bowling — led by Mohsin Khan’s five-wicket haul — is genuinely excellent, and Prince Yadav (9 wickets) keeps chipping in. But batting collapses under pressure, as the Super Over showed painfully. Rishabh Pant must find a way to fix the batting unit in the crucial run-chases ahead.
IPL 2026 Playoff Qualification Scenarios — Who Makes the Top 4?
The burning question for every cricket fan: which four teams will qualify for the IPL 2026 playoffs? The top four teams after 70 league matches advance to the knockout rounds. Here is the updated picture after April 26:
- PBKS (13 pts, 7 played) — Near-certainty. Would need a historic collapse to miss out.
- RCB (10 pts, 7 played) — Strong position, Kohli’s form is their superpower.
- SRH (10 pts, 8 played) — Level with RCB but have played one more. Must stay consistent.
- RR (9 pts, 8 played) / GT (9 pts, 8 played) — A direct shootout for the 4th playoff spot. One more defeat for either could be fatal.
- CSK (6 pts, 8 played) — Facing an uphill battle. Need to win at least 5 of their remaining 8 matches and hope for slip-ups above.
- DC (5 pts, 7 played) — A match in hand gives some hope. A strong run could still bring them into contention.
- KKR (5 pts, 8 played) — Tonight’s Super Over win sparks belief, but they are running out of games.
- MI (4 pts, 7 played) — Still alive but needs a miracle run of 5 or more consecutive victories.
- LSG (3 pts, 8 played) — Mathematically alive but practically requires every remaining result to go perfectly.
One crucial point to remember: in IPL 2026, Net Run Rate can be the difference between going home and reaching the playoffs. Winning big matters as much as winning at all.
IPL 2026 Points Table Rules — How Does the Scoring System Work?
- Win = 2 Points
- Loss = 0 Points
- No Result / Rain-Abandoned = 1 Point for each team
- Tie going to Super Over = 2 pts for Super Over winner, 0 pts for loser
Teams are ranked primarily by total points. When teams are level on points, Net Run Rate (NRR) serves as the tiebreaker. NRR is why dominant victories matter — tonight’s 8-wicket romp by GT will have given their NRR a healthy boost alongside the two points they collected.
How Is Net Run Rate (NRR) Calculated in IPL 2026?
How NRR works in IPL is one of the most searched questions during the season. The formula is:
NRR = (Total runs scored ÷ Total overs faced) − (Total runs conceded ÷ Total overs bowled)
In plain English: score more runs, score them faster, and give away fewer runs with the ball — your NRR improves. A positive NRR means a team is consistently performing well in both phases. A deeply negative NRR signals poor margins in defeats, making recovery very difficult. Tonight’s GT win with 20 balls to spare will have boosted their NRR significantly.
IPL 2026 Orange Cap & Purple Cap — Individual Leaderboards (Updated April 26)
🏏 Orange Cap — Top Run-Scorers IPL 2026
- Shubman Gill (GT) — Leading run scorer overall; 235+ runs from 8 matches
- Virat Kohli (RCB) — 228+ runs from 7 matches; in supreme form
- Heinrich Klaasen (SRH) — 224+ runs; SRH’s batting powerhouse
- Rajat Patidar (RCB) — 222+ runs; excellent supporting act alongside Kohli
- Ishan Kishan (SRH) — 213+ runs; leading with bat and captaincy
- Sai Sudharsan (GT) — 87 today is a season-defining knock; firmly in the top reckoning
- Rinku Singh (KKR) — 83 tonight (career-best T20 score); forced his way into conversations
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK) — 74* tonight shows class even in a team setback
🎳 Purple Cap — Top Wicket-Takers IPL 2026
- Prasidh Krishna (GT) — 11+ wickets from 8 matches; Purple Cap leader
- Anshul Kamboj (CSK) — 10+ wickets; most exciting young fast bowler in the tournament
- Mohsin Khan (LSG) — 5-wicket haul tonight vaults him firmly into contention
- Prince Yadav (LSG) — 9+ wickets; proving LSG’s bowling is a genuine strength
- Ravi Bishnoi (RR) — 9+ wickets; spearheading RR’s playoff charge with spin
- Jofra Archer (RR) — 7+ wickets; back to his lethal best
- Kagiso Rabada (GT) — Player of the Match tonight; taking wickets in crucial moments
IPL 2026 Upcoming Matches — Key Fixtures to Watch
- 🗓️ April 27 — DC vs RCB, Delhi | Must-watch for RCB’s playoff push
- 🗓️ April 28 — PBKS vs RR, New Chandigarh | Top-of-the-table thriller
- 🗓️ April 29 — MI vs SRH, Wankhede | SRH’s bowling vs MI’s fragile batting order
- 🗓️ April 30 — GT vs RCB, Ahmedabad | Two in-form sides collide
IPL 2026 Points Table — Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which team is top of the IPL 2026 points table today?
A: Punjab Kings (PBKS) lead the table with 13 points from 7 matches after April 26, 2026.
Q: Which teams have qualified for the IPL 2026 playoffs?
A: No team has officially qualified yet. PBKS are the closest. RCB and SRH are well placed. The race for the 4th spot between RR and GT is the key storyline of the season.
Q: What was the IPL 2026 result today on April 26?
A: Two matches were played — GT beat CSK by 8 wickets (Match 37), and KKR beat LSG via Super Over (Match 38) after both sides tied at 155 runs.
Q: Who won the Super Over in LSG vs KKR IPL 2026?
A: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) won the Super Over. LSG scored just 1 off 3 balls (Sunil Narine bowling); KKR knocked off the 2-run target in 2 balls.
Q: Who is leading the IPL 2026 Orange Cap?
A: Shubman Gill of Gujarat Titans leads the Orange Cap race with 235+ runs, closely followed by Virat Kohli of RCB.
Q: Who has the most wickets in IPL 2026?
A: Prasidh Krishna (GT) leads the Purple Cap, closely followed by Anshul Kamboj (CSK) and Mohsin Khan (LSG) after his five-wicket haul tonight.