The league stage of TATA IPL 2025 is officially wrapping up with Match 70: RCB vs LSG, and the playoff picture is now almost complete. After weeks of thrilling cricket action, the top four teams—Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Mumbai Indians—have booked their spots in the IPL 2025 Playoffs.
Here’s everything you need to know about the final standings, playoff-qualified teams, and what’s at stake in the RCB vs LSG final league match.
IPL 2025 League Stage Concludes: Points Table Overview
The IPL 2025 league stage ended with RCB vs LSG on May 27, 2025, setting the stage for an exciting playoff round. Here’s the final IPL 2025 points table before the result of Match 70:
| Team | Mat | Won | Lost | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PBKS (Q) | 14 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 19 | +0.372 |
| GT (Q) | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 18 | +0.254 |
| RCB (Q) | 13 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 17 | +0.255 |
| MI (Q) | 14 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 16 | +1.142 |
| DC(E) | 14 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 15 | +0.011 |
| SRH (E) | 14 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 13 | -0.241 |
| LSG (E) | 13 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 12 | -0.337 |
| KKR (E) | 14 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 12 | -0.305 |
| RR(E) | 14 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 8 | -0.549 |
| CSK (E) | 14 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 8 | -0.647 |
- Qualified (Q): PBKS, GT, RCB, MI
- Eliminated (E): DC, SRH, LSG, KKR, RR, CSK
IPL 2025 Playoff Teams: Who Qualified?
The top four teams for the IPL 2025 playoffs are confirmed as follows:
- Punjab Kings (PBKS): Finished with 19 points, securing a top-two spot and a place in Qualifier 1 on May 29, 2025.
- Gujarat Titans (GT): Ended with 18 points, but their position depends on the RCB vs LSG result.
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): With 17 points before their final match, RCB have a chance to leapfrog GT for the second spot.
- Mumbai Indians (MI): Locked in at fourth with 16 points, MI will face the third-placed team in the Eliminator.
The remaining teams—Delhi Capitals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Lucknow Super Giants, Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, and Chennai Super Kings—have been eliminated from playoff contention.
Qualifier 1 Scenarios: RCB vs LSG Result Decides GT’s Fate
With PBKS already assured of a top-two finish with 19 points, the result of RCB vs LSG on May 27, 2025, will determine whether RCB or GT joins them in Qualifier 1, which offers a direct path to the final. Here are the scenarios:
- If RCB Wins: RCB will reach 19 points, tying with PBKS. However, RCB’s net run rate (NRR) of +0.255 is slightly lower than PBKS’s +0.372, meaning PBKS will likely remain first, and RCB will take second place. GT, with 18 points, will drop to third and face MI in the Eliminator.
- If RCB Loses or Match is Abandoned: RCB will finish with 17 or 18 points (if abandoned). GT, with 18 points, will secure second place due to more wins (9 vs RCB’s 8) or a better NRR (+0.254 vs +0.255). RCB will then drop to third and face MI in the Eliminator.
The winner of Qualifier 1 advances directly to the IPL 2025 final on June 3, 2025, while the loser gets a second chance in Qualifier 2 against the Eliminator winner.
IPL 2025 Playoff Schedule and Format
The IPL 2025 playoffs will follow the traditional format:
- Qualifier 1 (May 29, 2025): 1st-placed team (PBKS) vs 2nd-placed team (RCB or GT). Winner goes to the final.
- Eliminator (May 31, 2025): 3rd-placed team (GT or RCB) vs 4th-placed team (MI). Loser is eliminated.
- Qualifier 2 (June 1, 2025): Loser of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Eliminator. Winner advances to the final.
- Final (June 3, 2025): Winner of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Qualifier 2.
The top-two finish offers a significant advantage, providing two opportunities to reach the final, making the RCB vs LSG result crucial for both RCB and GT.
Key Highlights from the IPL 2025 League Stage
- PBKS’s Dominance: PBKS, led by Shreyas Iyer, topped the table with 19 points, winning 9 of their 14 matches, marking their first playoff appearance since 2014.
- GT’s Consistency: Despite a loss to SRH in Match 68, GT secured 18 points with 9 wins, led by Shubman Gill’s tactical acumen and Sai Sudharsan’s batting prowess.
- RCB’s Late Surge: RCB, under Rajat Patidar, qualified with a strong finish, and a win against LSG could propel them into Qualifier 1.
- MI’s Resilience: Hardik Pandya’s MI clinched the fourth spot with 16 points, boasting the highest NRR (+1.142) among the qualifiers.
- CSK’s Struggles: Chennai Super Kings finished last, with only four wins. This disappointing season was marked by MS Dhoni’s potential final appearance as captain.
What to Expect in the IPL 2025 Playoffs
- Qualifier 1 Showdown: PBKS will face either GT or RCB in Qualifier 1, a match that could feature intense battles like Shreyas Iyer vs Virat Kohli or Shubman Gill vs Marcus Stoinis.
- Eliminator Clash: MI’s high NRR makes them a dangerous opponent for either GT or RCB in the Eliminator, with players like Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav in focus.
- Key Players to Watch: Virat Kohli (RCB), Shubman Gill (GT), Shreyas Iyer (PBKS), and Hardik Pandya (MI) will be pivotal in the playoffs.
How to Watch the IPL 2025 Playoffs
- Qualifier 1: May 29, 2025
- Live Telecast: Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar App and Website
- Live Score: Cricbuzz
Stay tuned for live updates, scores, and highlights as the IPL 2025 playoffs kick off!
Conclusion
The IPL 2025 league stage has set the stage for an electrifying playoff round, with PBKS, GT, RCB, and MI emerging as the top four teams. PBKS have secured a top-two spot, while the RCB vs LSG result on May 27, 2025, will decide whether RCB or GT joins them in Qualifier 1. Will RCB seize the opportunity to finish second, or will GT hold their position? Share your predictions in the comments below as we gear up for the IPL 2025 Playoffs!
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