Mumbai Indians Pip Royal Challengers Bengaluru to Inch Closer to Chennai Super Kings’ Record
In a thrilling turn of events, Mumbai Indians secured their spot in the IPL 2025 playoffs, following a convincing 59-run win over Delhi Capitals. This victory marked the fifth time Mumbai Indians have claimed the top spot, making them the fourth and final team to qualify for the knockouts. As per the Times of India, the other three teams that have made it to the playoffs are Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Punjab Kings.
Mumbai Indians have now secured a spot in the playoffs an impressive 11 times, with their latest win catapulting them ahead of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who have reached the final four ten times but are yet to claim the coveted title. According to the Times of India, the five-time champions are inching closer to Chennai Super Kings’ unparalleled record of 12 playoff qualifications.
The Current IPL 2025 Standings
As reported by the Times of India, Gujarat Titans are currently leading the pack with 18 points, closely followed by Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings, both with 17 points. Mumbai Indians’ win has solidified their position in the playoffs, with the team set to compete against the top two ranked sides.
Playoff Venues and Schedule
The excitement is building as the New PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh gears up to host the much-awaited Qualifier 1, featuring the top-two ranked sides, on Thursday, May 29th. The Eliminator clash will take place on Friday, May 30th. As per the Times of India, Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, the world’s largest cricket stadium, will host an electrifying Qualifier 2 and the grand Final. Qualifier 2, to be played between the loser of Qualifier 1 and the winner of the Eliminator, will take place on Sunday, June 1st. The highly-anticipated summit clash, which will crown the winner of the 18th Season of TATA IPL, is set to be played on Tuesday, June 3rd.
IPL Playoffs History
The Times of India reports that Mumbai Indians’ win has not only sealed their spot in the playoffs but also marked a significant milestone in their IPL journey. The five-time champions are now just a step away from equalling Chennai Super Kings’ record of 12 playoff qualifications.
Venue Change for Playoffs
Hyderabad and Kolkata were initially supposed to host the last four games; however, the IPL Governing Council decided to change the venues, citing weather conditions and other parameters. The new venues for the Playoffs were chosen to ensure a smooth and successful conclusion to the tournament.
Conclusion
As the IPL 2025 playoffs approach, cricket fans are in for a treat. With Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Punjab Kings competing for the coveted title, the competition is set to be fierce. The Times of India will provide extensive coverage of the IPL 2025 playoffs, including match schedules, squads, points table, and live scores.
