PBKS on TOP; Can RCB Lock TOP 2 Spots? Check the Latest IPL Points Table 2025
The Indian Premier League 2025 has taken another exciting turn! Punjab Kings (PBKS) have stormed to the top of the points table with a commanding win over Mumbai Indians, and now the big question looms — can Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) grab that coveted Top 2 spot?
PBKS Seal the Deal with Authority
It was a night to remember in Jaipur as PBKS chased down 185 against MI with absolute ease. Josh Inglis (73) and young Priyansh Arya (62) delivered stunning half-centuries, making the chase look like a walk in the park.
Their partnership broke Mumbai’s spirit in the middle overs and turned the match one-sided. With this win, Punjab have secured a spot in Qualifier 1, giving them two chances to make it to the final, a reward they haven’t had since 2014!
Updated IPL 2025 Points Table (After PBKS vs MI)
PBKS have 19 points, one more than Gujarat Titans. But tonight, all eyes are on RCB, who have a golden chance to leap to the top 2 places.
| Rank | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | NR | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Punjab Kings (Q) | 14 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 19 | +0.372 |
| 2 | Gujarat Titans (Q) | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 18 | +0.254 |
| 3 | RCB (Q) | 13 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 17 | +0.255 |
| 4 | Mumbai Indians (Q) | 14 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 16 | +1.142 |
RCB's Mission: Beat LSG, Enter Top 2
RCB’s clash against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) tonight is more than just a match — it’s a door to destiny. A win here will take them to 19 points, tied with PBKS, but with a better Net Run Rate than Gujarat, which means RCB can jump to second place and enter Qualifier 1.
That would be huge. Teams in the Top 2 get two shots at reaching the final. Lose the first, win the second, you’re still alive. But teams finishing third or fourth only get one shot in the Eliminator.
Despite a mid-season wobble, RCB have bounced back strongly. Their away form has been unbeaten, with 6 wins in 6 games on the road, a record unmatched in IPL history.
Virat Kohli has been in sensational touch, and Josh Hazlewood’s return could boost their bowling unit at just the right time. But with Lucknow known for tricky pitches and long boundaries, RCB cannot afford to be complacent.
What’s at Stake Tonight?
- If RCB wins → They move to 19 points, likely take 2nd spot, and face PBKS in Qualifier 1.
- If RCB loses → They remain at 17, face Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator.