The 18th season of IPL began on March 22, 2025, with 10 teams playing 74 matches across 13 Indian venues. The tournament brought plenty of exciting matches and moments.
Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Mumbai Indians have officially sealed their place in the playoffs, while a few league matches are still left to be played.
The league faced a short pause earlier due to India-Pakistan tensions but resumed soon after with a revised playoff schedule. The playoffs will start on May 29 in New Chandigarh and end with the final on June 3 in Ahmedabad.
With the league stage nearing its end, each remaining match is crucial as teams wrap up their campaigns and the focus shifts to the knockout stage.
IPL 2025 Playoffs Revised Schedule
The IPL 2025 playoffs will be hosted across Hyderabad and Kolkata. Here’s a breakdown of the playoff matches, including Qualifier 1, Qualifier 2, and the Final.
| Date | Stage | Match | Start Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, Thursday | Qualifier 1 | First vs Second | 7:30 PM | New Chandigarh |
| May 30, Friday | Eliminator | Third vs Fourth | 7:30 PM | New Chandigarh |
| June 1, Sunday | Qualifier 2 | Loser of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Eliminator | 7:30 PM | Ahmedabad |
| June 3, Tuesday | Final | Winner of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Qualifier 2 | 7:30 PM | Ahmedabad |
To understand all possible outcomes and qualification rules, You can check IPL 2025 Playoff Scenarios here.
Teams qualified for IPL 2025 playoffs
IPL 2025 League Standings & Playoff Race
| League Position | Team | IPL Playoffs | Matches (P) | Points (Pts) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gujarat Titans | Qualified | 12 | 18 |
| 2 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Qualified | 12 | 17 |
| 3 | Punjab Kings | Qualified | 12 | 17 |
| 4 | Mumbai Indians | Qualified | 13 | 16 |
| 5 | Delhi Capitals | Eliminated | 13 | 13 |
| 6 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Eliminated | 13 | 12 |
| 7 | Lucknow Super Giants | Eliminated | 12 | 10 |
| 8 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Eliminated | 12 | 9 |
| 9 | Rajasthan Royals | Eliminated | 14 | 8 |
| 10 | Chennai Super Kings | Eliminated | 13 | 6 |
Teams earn points in the league stage as follows:
- Win: 2 points
- Tie or No Result: 1 point
- Loss: 0 points
The teams are ranked on a unified points table based on their total points. If two or more teams have the same number of points, the Net Run Rate (NRR) serves as the tiebreaker, with the team having the higher NRR placing higher.
How To Get IPL 2025 Playoff Tickets
Fans can book IPL 2025 playoff tickets through their favorite team’s official website or platforms like BookMyShow.
To book via a team’s website, visit their official ticketing section, choose the match, select your seats, and complete the payment. Keep an eye out for early access and exclusive offers!
Another way is to Visit the IPL official website and create your account if you don’t have then select the match you want to attend.
Select your preferences, such as the number of tickets and seating category. Make the payment using your preferred payment options.
IPL 2024 Playoff Scenario Recap
The 2024 IPL playoff race was highly competitive. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured the top spot with 20 points, guaranteeing their place.
Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) both had 18 points each and grabbed the second and third spots.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) both finished with 16 points, but CSK advanced due to a superior Net Run Rate (NRR).
The IPL Playoff qualification depends on total points, NRR, and head-to-head records. A higher NRR often proves decisive in tie situations which shows the need to not just win but dominate matches.
Which Team Has Qualified For The IPL Playoffs The Most?
Despite serving a two-year suspension, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) still hold the record for the most playoff appearances with 12 and have won 4 IPL titles, the last one in 2021.
Mumbai Indians (MI) have reached the playoffs 11 times, following their qualification in 2025. They remain the most successful franchise with 5 titles, last lifting the trophy in 2020.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured another playoff spot this season, taking their total to 9 appearances, although they are still searching for their maiden IPL title.
On the other hand, Punjab Kings (PBKS) have struggled to make it to the final stages. With their 2025 qualification, they now have 3 playoff appearances, the most memorable being in 2014 when they reached the final after topping the league table.
IPL 2025 Playoffs Line-up Confirmed
The league stage of IPL 2025 has come to an end, and the playoff race is now settled. Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Mumbai Indians have officially qualified for the top four spots. Sadly, the journey ends here for the remaining six teams, including former champions Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals, who couldn’t make the cut this season. The focus now shifts to the knockout stage, where the top four will battle it out for the IPL 2025 trophy.
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Conclusion: IPL Playoffs Begin on May 29
The IPL 2025 playoffs will kick off with Qualifier 1 on May 29 in New Chandigarh, followed by the Eliminator on May 30 at the same venue. The action then moves to Ahmedabad, where Qualifier 2 will be held on June 1, and the grand Final is scheduled for June 3.
With ticket demand expected to be high, it’s best to book early to avoid last-minute disappointment. Get your tickets through platforms like BookMyShow or your favorite team’s official website.
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