Fourteen matches in, and the IPL 2026 points table is already telling a gripping story. Unbeaten Rajasthan Royals at the top, defending champions RCB flying, Chennai Super Kings still searching for their first win, and a one-run thriller at Arun Jaitley Stadium that has shaken up the middle of the table completely. If you want to follow the playoff race intelligently or just dominate your fantasy cricket league and win quizzes, this is the one guide you need.
We’ll break down every team’s position, explain exactly how the points system and Net Run Rate work, walk through the Orange Cap and Purple Cap races, and then put your knowledge to the test with a quick quiz at the end.
How the IPL Points System Works
Before diving into the standings, it helps to understand exactly how the table is calculated because NRR can be a match-winner even before the playoffs begin.
The rules are simple. A win earns a team 2 points. A loss earns 0. If a match is abandoned due to rain, as happened in the KKR vs PBKS clash at Eden Gardens, where only 3.4 overs were possible before rain intervened, both teams receive 1 point each. A tie, resolved by Super Over, gives 1 point per side before the Super Over, and 2 points to the Super Over winner.
After the 70-match league stage, the top four teams advance to the playoffs. If two or more teams finish level on points, Net Run Rate (NRR) is the first tiebreaker. This is why the margin of victory matters every single match. A team that wins by 10 wickets gains a significantly better NRR boost than one that scrambles home by 1 run.
What is Net Run Rate (NRR)?
NRR is one of the most misunderstood numbers in cricket, but it is also one of the most important come playoff time. Here is how it works in plain English.
NRR = (Total runs scored ÷ Total overs faced) − (Total runs conceded ÷ Total overs bowled against)
A positive NRR means you are scoring faster than you are conceding. The higher your NRR, the better. At this stage of the season, RCB’s NRR of +2.501 is the best in the competition, a reflection of how dominant their two wins have been. At the other end, Chennai Super Kings sit at the bottom with an NRR of −2.517 after three consecutive defeats, which means even if they start winning, they will need big victories to claw back into contention.
A practical note for fantasy players and quiz fans: if two teams finish the season on equal points, the one with the better NRR goes through. In a tight season, a single over bowled in March can be the difference between a playoff spot and going home.
IPL 2026 Points Table — Updated After Match 14 (April 8, 2026)
Rajasthan Royals continued to lead the points table after Match 14, with three wins from three matches and six points. Gujarat Titans’ narrow one-run victory over Delhi Capitals brought minor shifts in the standings, with GT climbing out of the bottom and DC dropping to fourth.
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Lost | NR | Points | NRR |
| 1 | Rajasthan Royals | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +2.233 |
| 2 | Punjab Kings | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | +0.637 |
| 3 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | +2.501 |
| 4 | Delhi Capitals | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +1.170 |
| 5 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | +0.275 |
| 6 | Gujarat Titans | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | −0.424 |
| 7 | Mumbai Indians | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | −0.206 |
| 8 | Lucknow Super Giants | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | −0.542 |
| 9 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | −1.964 |
| 10 | Chennai Super Kings | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | −2.517 |
Team-by-Team Breakdown
1. Rajasthan Royals — The Early Pacesetters
Rajasthan remained at the top with three wins in three matches and six points, maintaining a strong net run rate. They have been ruthless so far, beating CSK in the opener, edging GT in a tense game, and comfortably defeating a depleted Mumbai Indians side in a rain-reduced match. Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal at the top have been electric, while Ravi Bishnoi is the tournament’s leading wicket-taker. The only question for RR is whether this form is sustainable over 70 matches.”
2.Punjab Kings — Unbeaten but with an Asterisk
PBKS climbed to the number one spot briefly after rain abandoned the KKR tie, earning Punjab a shared point. They have two wins and one abandoned match, and their NRR of +0.637 is solid without being spectacular. Cooper Connolly has been a revelation with the bat, and Vijaykumar Vyshak has been sharp with the ball. A fully settled side that looks difficult to beat when their top order clicks.
3. Royal Challengers Bengaluru — Defending Champions, Best NRR in the Tournament
Defending champions RCB are at the number two spot with four points from two matches, and their NRR of +2.501 is the best of any side. The RCB vs CSK match saw RCB post 250/3 and win by 43 runs, powered by Tim David’s historic 65 off 23. Rajat Patidar’s side looks every inch the champions, and they have not yet played their full quota of matches. When they do, expect them to push to the top.
4. Delhi Capitals — One Loss, But Still Very Much in It
Having lost their perfect start to the season with a one-run defeat to the Gujarat Titans, the Delhi Capitals are now in fourth spot with four points from three matches. It was a heartbreaking loss. David Miller, facing his former side, brought the equation down to 2 runs needed off the final ball, but missed the last delivery from Prasidh Krishna. Sameer Rizvi has been their standout batter, currently leading the Orange Cap race, and DC will bounce back.
5. Sunrisers Hyderabad — Inconsistent but Still in Contention
SRH sit at fifth with two points from three matches and an NRR of +0.275. Heinrich Klaasen (145 runs) has been exceptional with the bat, but the team’s bowling has been leaky. An inconsistent start, but SRH have the firepower to put together a run. Still too early to write them off.
6. Gujarat Titans — First Win, Massive Relief
GT secured their first two points with a thrilling one-run win over Delhi Capitals at Arun Jaitley Stadium. The innings was built on Shubman Gill’s elegant 70 off 45 balls and a blistering 52 off 27 from Jos Buttler. Washington Sundar provided the finishing flourish with a maiden IPL fifty of 55 off 32 balls. Prasidh Krishna, last season’s Purple Cap winner, is already taking wickets. GT look better than their early record suggested.
7 &8. Mumbai Indians & Lucknow Super Giants — The Middle Pack
Both teams sit on 2 points from 2 games, with a win each. MI’s Rohit Sharma has been in fine touch with 113 runs already, but their bowling has been inconsistent. LSG have been competitive without being convincing. Both clubs have the talent to move up the table quickly, and neither can be dismissed.
9. Kolkata Knight Riders — Winless, Worrying Early Signs
KKR are at the number eight spot with just 1 point from three matches, having won none of their two completed games. The most expensive overseas player in IPL history, Cameron Green, is yet to find his rhythm. Aaron Finch noted Green looks “tentative” but believes KKR shouldn’t “push him down” the order. Today’s match against LSG is already a must-win in spirit, if not in mathematics.
10. Chennai Super Kings — Zero Points, Zero Wins
The most alarming story of the early season. CSK are at the bottom of the table with zero points from three matches and an NRR of −2.517. CSK have so far conceded 111 runs in 40 balls in the death in IPL 2026, an economy rate of 16.65, easily the poorest among the ten teams. MS Dhoni’s side urgently needs to fix their death bowling, and fast.
Orange Cap & Purple Cap Race
Orange Cap — Top Run Scorers
Yashasvi Jaiswal of Rajasthan Royals is the highest run-scorer with 170 runs after Match 14, followed by DC’s Sameer Rizvi with 160 runs. Heinrich Klaasen and Vaibhav Suryavanshi are next in the list. MI’s Rohit Sharma occupies fifth place with 118 runs.
| Rank | Player | Team | Runs |
| 1 | Yashasvi Jaiswal | Rajasthan Royals | 170 |
| 2 | Sameer Rizvi | Delhi Capitals | 160 |
| 3 | Heinrich Klaasen | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 145 |
| 4 | Vaibhav Suryavanshi | Rajasthan Royals | ~130 |
| 5 | Rohit Sharma | Mumbai Indians | 118 |
Purple Cap — Top Wicket Takers
Ravi Bishnoi of RR leads the Purple Cap standings with seven wickets, ahead of Prasidh Krishna with six scalps. With five wickets each, Rashid Khan, Lungi Ngidi, and Nandre Burger are the next bowlers in the queue.
| Rank | Player | Team | Wickets |
| 1 | Ravi Bishnoi | Rajasthan Royals | 7 |
| 2 | Prasidh Krishna | Gujarat Titans | 6 |
| 3 | Rashid Khan | Gujarat Titans | 5 |
| 4 | Lungi Ngidi | Delhi Capitals | 5 |
| 5 | Nandre Burger | Rajasthan Royals | 5 |
The Playoff Picture
With 14 matches played and 60 still to go, the table will look very different by May. But here are the early signs.
RR and RCB look like the two teams most likely to confirm their playoff spots early. Both are unbeaten, both have strong squads, and both have the depth to handle injuries and form slumps. PBKS are a genuinely balanced team and should stay in the top four. The fourth spot is wide open. DC, MI, SRH, GT and even LSG all have a legitimate claim.
KKR and CSK face the most pressure. KKR’s auction spending has not yet translated to results, while CSK’s death bowling problem is severe enough to cost them matches even when they bat well. Both clubs have the history and talent to turn things around, but time is ticking.
People Also Ask
How often is the IPL 2026 points table updated?
The table updates after every match. With two matches most days, the standings can shift significantly within 24 hours. Bookmark this page and check back regularly.
What happens if two teams finish level on points and NRR?
If NRR is also equal, the team with more wins advances. If wins are also equal, it goes to the head-to-head record. This is extremely rare, but it has happened in tight seasons.
How many league matches are left in IPL 2026?
With 14 of 70 league matches played as of April 9, 56 remain before the playoffs begin in late May. Every game matters.
When do the IPL 2026 playoffs start?
The playoffs begin on May 26 and culminate in the final on May 31. Venue announcements for the playoff matches are expected closer to the date.
Where can I quiz myself on IPL 2026 daily?
Head to Qurekagamez.com for daily IPL quizzes updated after every match with real prizes, leaderboards, and questions based on the very latest standings and results.
