IPL 2026 Points Table: Latest Standings (As of April 5, 2026)
The leaderboard is heating up! Following the recent victories by Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals, the race for the Top 4 has become incredibly tight. Net Run Rate (NRR) is already playing a massive role in separating the leaders.
Here is the fully detailed and updated Points Table, including the crucial NRR stats, before the conclusion of today’s matches.
| Rank | Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
| 1 | Rajasthan Royals (RR) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +2.233 |
| 2 | Delhi Capitals (DC) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +1.170 |
| 3 | Punjab Kings (PBKS) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +0.637 |
| 4 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +2.907 |
| 5 | Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | +0.469 |
| 6 | Mumbai Indians (MI) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -0.206 |
| 7 | Gujarat Titans (GT) | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | -0.424 |
| 8 | Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -1.397 |
| 9 | Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | -1.964 |
| 10 | Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | -2.562 |
🔍 Points Table Analysis
- The Leaders: Rajasthan Royals hold the top spot thanks to a very healthy NRR of +2.233. Their ability to win decisively has given them a great cushion early in the tournament.
- Net Run Rate King: Even though they have only played one match, RCB holds the highest NRR in the league (+2.907). If they win tonight against CSK, they are almost guaranteed to take the #1 position.
- In the Danger Zone: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are struggling at the bottom. With an NRR of -2.562, they don’t just need to win tonight; they need to win big to start climbing out of the basement.
- Mid-Table Traffic: SRH and MI are neck-and-neck. Every run scored or conceded in these early stages will determine who stays in the Top 4 “Playoff Zone.”
📅 Today’s Impact (April 5)
- SRH vs LSG: LSG is currently fighting to get their first points. A win for them would move them up to 7th or 8th place, pushing KKR and CSK further down.
- RCB vs CSK (7:30 PM): This is the “NRR Battle.” A win for RCB keeps them undefeated and likely at the top. A win for CSK is desperate—they need those 2 points to keep their season alive!