New Delhi, May 24 -- The IPL 2026 season has reached its business end with just over a week more to go. Three teams- defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Gujarat Titans (GT) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have already qualified for the IPL 2026 playoffs. The battle for the fourth and final playoff spot has now come down to a race between Punjab Kings (PBKS), Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

Punjab Kings have played all of their 14 games, whereas Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders will be in action on Sunday. While Rajasthan Royals take on Mumbai Indians in Sunday's first of two matches, in Mumbai, Kolkata Knight Riders will host Delhi Capitals at the Eden Gardens.

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