Updated: April 11, 2025
New Delhi: As the Indian Premier League 2025 season picks up momentum, the race for the playoffs has taken an intriguing turn. Delhi Capitals continued their unbeaten run by outclassing Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a high-stakes encounter. But despite their flawless record, DC have been edged out at the top by Gujarat Titans, who enjoy a superior Net Run Rate (NRR).
This latest update comes after Thursday’s blockbuster match between RCB and DC, where the Capitals registered a commanding win to maintain their perfect streak — four wins from four matches. However, Gujarat Titans, with four victories from five games and a higher NRR, continue to hold the pole position.
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📊 Updated IPL 2025 Points Table (As of April 11)
| Position | Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses | Points | Net Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gujarat Titans (GT) | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 | +1.413 |
| 2 | Delhi Capitals (DC) | 4 | 4 | 0 | 8 | +1.278 |
| 3 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | +0.539 |
| 4 | Punjab Kings | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | +0.289 |
| 5 | Lucknow Super Giants | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | +0.078 |
With the tournament now nearing its halfway mark, the battle between top-tier teams has intensified, especially as point margins tighten and NRR becomes a decisive metric.
💡 Confused by the numbers? Here’s how Net Run Rate is calculated and why it’s crucial in IPL rankings.
🧨 Delhi Capitals’ Dream Run Continues
Led by the calm-headed Shreyas Iyer, Delhi Capitals are arguably the most balanced team this season. Their wins haven’t just been clinical; they’ve been dominant. The DC bowling unit has shown remarkable discipline, while the middle-order has fired with consistency. This has helped DC maintain their unbeaten status and boost their NRR, a vital factor as the league moves into its second leg.
Prithvi Shaw, who was struggling with form in the previous seasons, has found his rhythm again, anchoring innings and rotating strike effortlessly. DC’s pace attack — spearheaded by Anrich Nortje — has rattled even the best batting lineups.
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🚨 RCB Slip Despite Strong Start
For RCB, the defeat against Delhi has raised some tough questions. Though Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli have contributed valuable knocks, their middle-order inconsistency and erratic bowling at the death have let them down.
With three wins from five matches, RCB still find themselves in a decent position, but upcoming matches will be crucial if they want to avoid a late-season scramble.
📈 Read our deep-dive match analysis of RCB vs DC and lessons for Bengaluru.
🏹 Titans Roar with Balanced Squad
Gujarat Titans, the 2022 IPL champions, continue to showcase why they’re a force to reckon with. Their blend of youth and experience — from Shubman Gill’s tactical acumen to Rashid Khan’s spin wizardry — has propelled them to the top, despite a single early loss.
Titans’ superior NRR gives them a slim edge over DC, keeping them atop the leaderboard — a factor that might prove decisive in playoff seedings.
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🔮 What Lies Ahead
With 8 points each, GT and DC are comfortably placed, but PBKS, LSG, and RCB are just a win away from overtaking them. The league is perfectly poised for a nail-biting finish. As franchises gear up for the mid-season crunch, managing injuries, player fatigue, and strategy will determine who rises and who crumbles.
The IPL 2025 season has already delivered thrilling contests and remarkable individual performances. With the knockout rounds on the horizon, expect the intensity to rise exponentially.
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