Goa, May 9 -- Well, IPL 2026 is not only turning into a dramatic season, but it is also beginning to look like a watershed moment for several franchises. With the tournament almost reaching the end of its first half, many teams are already struggling to find momentum, while others have managed to establish themselves as serious contenders.

The Indian Premier League 2026 points table is beginning to reveal which teams are genuine playoff contenders and which sides are struggling to survive in the tournament.

Along with team performances, captaincy has also come under the spotlight this season. Leadership decisions often play a massive role in shaping results, and several franchises could now be considering changes ahead of IPL 2027. Here...