The Indian Premier League remains the pinnacle of franchise cricket, captivating billions worldwide.
TATA IPL 2026, the 19th edition, begins on 28 March with all ten teams set for a highly competitive season.
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru face strong challenges from Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, and Punjab Kings. With 74 league matches and only four playoff spots, the race is on.
IPL 2026 Points Table – Updated Team Standings
Track the live IPL 2026 team standings below, updated after every match. Points and net run rate determine where each franchise sits in the race for a playoff spot.
| Pos | Team | M | W | L | T | N/R | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 16 | +1.053 |
| 2 | Gujarat Titans | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 16 | +0.551 |
| 3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 12 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 14 | +0.331 |
| 4 | Punjab Kings | 12 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 13 | +0.355 |
| 5 | Rajasthan Royals | 11 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 12 | +0.082 |
| 6 | Chennai Super Kings | 12 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 12 | +0.027 |
| 7 | Delhi Capitals | 12 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 10 | -0.993 |
| 8 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 11 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 9 | -0.198 |
| 9 | Mumbai Indians | 12 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | -0.504 |
| 10 | Lucknow Super Giants | 12 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | -0.701 |
IPL 2026 Points System & Tournament Format Explained
The IPL 2026 points system awards 2 points for a win, 1 for a no-result or tie, and 0 for a loss. The tournament has been expanded to 84 matches from this season onwards.
| Stage | Fixture | Result Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifier 1 | 1st vs 2nd | Winner → Final |
| Eliminator | 3rd vs 4th | Loser → Eliminated |
| Qualifier 2 | Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator | Winner → Final |
| Final | Winner of Q1 vs Winner of Q2 | IPL 2026 Champion |
What Is NRR in the IPL 2026 Points Table? Tiebreaker Explained
When teams are level on points in the IPL Season 2026 team standings, Net Run Rate (NRR) is the tiebreaker. A higher NRR pushes a team above a tied rival, often the difference between a playoff berth and an early exit.
NRR Formula:
NRR = (Average runs scored per over across all matches) − (Average runs conceded per over across all matches)
Teams must not only win matches but win them convincingly. Big victories and tight bowling performances are key to maintaining a healthy NRR on the IPL 2026 Points Table.
