IPL 2025: How can MI, PBKS, RCB and GT aim for top-two finish? Explained

Ankitjit Singh is a Sub-Editor at Khel Now, known for his in-depth knowledge of cricket.

Published at :May 25, 2025 at 9:16 PM

Modified at :May 25, 2025 at 9:16 PM

Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians are the four teams who have qualified for the playoffs of IPL 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is about to reach its business end. We have got the four teams for the playoffs, but there isn’t any clarity on who will be playing in Qualifier 1 and who will be in the Eliminator.

Gujarat Titans (GT), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Mumbai Indians (MI) are the four teams who have qualified for the playoffs of IPL 2025. With three more games remaining in the league, the last two matches will give us the teams that will finish in the top two of the points table.

Ever since the IPL 2025 resumed, there has been a remarkable turnaround in the league. The points table in the top four positions has seen a drastic change, and now all four teams in Gujarat Titans (GT), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Mumbai Indians (MI) have an opportunity to finish in the top two positions.

For Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings, the chance to finish in the top two lies in their own hands. However, only one from these two will end in the top two, and that will be decided after their match. The two teams will be clashing with each other on Monday (26th May) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.

Punjab Kings are currently placed second on the points table with 17 points to their name, while Mumbai Indians are fourth with 16 points. The winner of the game between these teams will finish in the top two and will play Qualifier 1 of the IPL 2025, while the loser will play the Eliminator.

The other contender for the top two spots in IPL 2025 points will be depicted after the game between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). The match will be played at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Tuesday (27th May).

If Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeats Lucknow Super Giants then they will they will be playing the Qualifier 1. However, if the Rishabh Pant-led side wins that game, then it will be a huge boost for Gujarat Titans (GT) as they will be playing Qualifier 1.

Scenario of the top two finish for IPL 2025

Here’s the scenario of the top two finish for IPL 2025

PBKS Vs MI:

– Winner will play Qualifier 1.

LSG Vs RCB:

– If RCB wins, RCB will play Qualifier 1.

– If LSG wins, GT will play Qualifier 1.

Coming to the playoffs, Qualifier 1 will be taking place on May 29 in New Chandigarh. The Eliminator is scheduled to take place on May 30 at the same venue, while the Qualifier 2 will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on June 1. The final is slated to take place on June 1 in Ahmedabad.

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Ankitjit Singh

Ankitjit Singh is a dedicated sports journalist whose childhood dream was to play cricket—now, he serves the game through his work. With over three years of experience in reporting, writing, and editing, he brings deep insight to his coverage. A journalism graduate from Delhi University, Ankitjit’s passion for cricket took root during his college days and continues to drive his career.