IPL 2025 / Will the fate of 3 teams change today? The picture of IPL playoffs will be almost clear

IPL 2025: IPL has once again shown its true colors. While the excitement and competition kept the fans engaged throughout the tournament, the match to be held on May 17 - Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) vs Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) - was washed away by rain. This match was very important for the fans as well as both the teams, but due to continuous rain, neither the toss could take place nor a single ball could be bowled. As a result, both the teams had to be satisfied with one point each.

RCB very close to the playoffs, KKR's story ends

With one point from the rain, RCB now have a total of 17 points in 12 matches. They now need just one win from the remaining two matches, which can give them a confirmed place in the playoffs. Currently, they are ahead of Gujarat Titans (16 points) in the points table and are at the top.

On the other hand, this rain became a big blow for KKR, as with this draw their playoff hopes are completely over. With this defeat, KKR is officially out of the playoff race of IPL 2025.

All eyes are on the two matches of 18 May

Now let's talk about the two tremendous matches to be held on 18 May, on which the entire direction and condition of the tournament will depend. The first match will be between Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings and the second between Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals. The results of these matches will decide which teams will make it to the playoffs.

Possible equation:

• If Rajasthan Royals beat Punjab Kings, then RCB's playoff ticket will be confirmed and Punjab will be out.
• If Gujarat Titans beat Delhi Capitals, then both GT and RCB will reach the playoffs. Delhi's path will become difficult.
• If both Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans win their respective matches, then RCB, GT and PBKS — all three teams can reach the playoffs.

Every ball can change the picture

• It is clear from these equations that every over and every ball today can change the picture of the playoffs. May 18 will be a do or die day for all four teams — RCB, GT, PBKS and DC.
• The excitement of the fans is at its peak. This is the thrill of IPL — where even the rain of one match changes the equation of the entire tournament. Now it will be interesting to see whose luck shines and who looks for the way out.