The race for the final IPL 2025 playoff spot will be fought between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals. Here’s a detailed look at all possible qualification scenarios and what each team needs to secure a place in the top four.

Lucknow Super Giants' defeat has intensified the IPL 2025 playoff race, eliminating them from contention. Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Punjab Kings have already qualified, leaving one spot open.

Sunrisers Hyderabad's six-wicket thrashing of Lucknow Super Giants on Monday (May 19, 2025) ended the latter's chances of making the final four, leaving Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals to fight it out. Gujarat Titans, Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers have taken the first three knockout phase spots.