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IPL 2026 Points Table After PBKS vs GT: Updated Standings, NRR & Playoff Race
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The IPL 2026 points table has been updated after Punjab Kings’ 3-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans at Mullanpur on March 31. PBKS move to 3rd position with 2 points, while GT drop to 5th after their opening match defeat. Four matches into IPL 2026, three teams have wins on the board. Here are the complete updated standings.
IPL 2026 Points Table — Updated Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | L | NR | NRR | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +2.713 | 2 |
| 2 | Rajasthan Royals | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1.680 | 2 |
| 3 | Punjab Kings | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +0.168 | 2 |
| 4 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0 |
| 5 | Gujarat Titans | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -0.168 | 0 |
| 6 | Mumbai Indians | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0 |
| 7 | Lucknow Super Giants | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0 |
| 8 | Delhi Capitals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0 |
| 9 | Chennai Super Kings | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -1.680 | 0 |
| 10 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -2.713 | 0 |
What Changed After PBKS vs GT
- Punjab Kings: Jump to 3rd position with 2 points and a NRR of +0.168. They finished last season top of the table — this win continues that momentum. Cooper Connolly’s heroics mean they start with positive intent.
- Gujarat Titans: Drop to 5th position with 0 points. Their NRR of -0.168 is manageable — the match went down to the wire, so the damage is limited. But GT finished 3rd last season with 18 points; losing their opener isn’t the start they wanted.
- NRR Impact: The tight margin (3 wickets, 5 balls remaining) means neither team’s NRR swung dramatically. RCB (+2.713) and RR (+1.680) sit well ahead after dominant wins against SRH and CSK respectively.
Top 4 Race: Current Playoff Picture
It’s early days — just 4 of 70 league matches are done — but patterns are emerging. RCB’s statement win over SRH (chasing 202 in 15.4 overs) has given them a massive NRR cushion. Rajasthan’s demolition of CSK (bowled out for 127, chased in 12.1 overs) was equally emphatic.
PBKS join that winning bracket, but their narrow win means they’ll need more dominant performances to climb above RCB and RR on NRR. The good news? They’ve done the hardest part — winning Match 1. Last season, PBKS won their opener against RCB and never looked back en route to the final.
Four teams haven’t played yet: KKR, MI, LSG, and DC. The MI vs KKR clash (Match 2) is pending results; LSG vs DC opens tomorrow (April 1). By the weekend, the table will look completely different. For now, it’s advantage to teams with wins in the bank.
Bottom 4: Who’s in Trouble?
Chennai Super Kings face the biggest early-season crisis. Bowled out for 127 against RR in Guwahati, their batting — bar Jamie Overton’s 43 — collapsed embarrassingly. A NRR of -1.680 after one match is concerning. They host PBKS next (April 3) — another loss would pile pressure on Ruturaj Gaikwad’s captaincy.
Sunrisers Hyderabad have the worst NRR (-2.713) after being hammered by RCB. They posted 201/9 but watched it chased in 15.4 overs — that’s a 26-ball hammering. Ishan Kishan’s 80 was wasted. They’ll need big wins to recover.
Gujarat Titans aren’t in crisis mode yet. The defeat to PBKS was close, the NRR hit is minimal, and they have home games coming up. But Shubman Gill’s side can’t afford to slip further. They host RR on April 4 — a six-pointer for NRR.
Key Upcoming Fixtures That Could Shake the Table
- LSG vs DC (April 1, Lucknow): Both teams are yet to play. The winner gets early momentum in what could be a mid-table battle all season. LSG struggled last year; DC have revamped their squad. This sets the tone for both.
- KKR vs SRH (April 2, Kolkata): SRH desperately need a win to avoid an 0-2 start. KKR at Eden Gardens are formidable. A loss for SRH could see them buried on NRR.
- CSK vs PBKS (April 3, Chennai): Two teams moving in opposite directions. CSK must win at Chepauk to get off the mark; PBKS look to go 2-0. This could decide early playoff positioning.
- GT vs RR (April 4, Ahmedabad): GT’s first home game against red-hot RR. Both finished in top 3 last season. A GT loss here would be a serious setback. RR could establish themselves as early title favorites with a win.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IPL 2026 points table?
The IPL 2026 points table tracks team standings across the league stage. After 4 matches, RCB lead with 2 points and +2.713 NRR, followed by RR (2 pts, +1.680 NRR) and PBKS (2 pts, +0.168 NRR). CSK, GT, and SRH have 0 points each.
Which teams are in top 4 IPL 2026?
After Match 4, the top 4 are: 1. RCB (2 pts), 2. RR (2 pts), 3. PBKS (2 pts), 4. KKR (0 pts, but haven’t played yet). Four teams — KKR, MI, LSG, DC — are yet to begin their campaigns.
How is NRR calculated in IPL?
Net Run Rate (NRR) is calculated by subtracting average runs conceded per over from average runs scored per over. For example, if a team scores 8 runs per over on average and concedes 7, their NRR is +1.000. Higher NRR is better and is used to separate teams on equal points.
Can GT still qualify for playoffs after losing to PBKS?
Absolutely. GT have lost just 1 of 14 league matches and have 13 games to recover. Last season, they finished 3rd with 18 points despite mid-season wobbles. Their NRR hit (-0.168) is minor — big wins in upcoming home games can turn that around quickly.
The IPL 2026 points table after PBKS vs GT shows three teams with wins (RCB, RR, PBKS) and six teams still yet to open their accounts. NRR will be crucial in separating teams as the season progresses — RCB’s early cushion (+2.713) gives them a significant advantage. For GT and CSK, quick wins are essential to avoid an early hole that could define their playoff chase. The race has only just begun.
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