New Delhi, May 6 -- The IPL 2026 season has approached its business end, and several teams are in contention to advance, while a few others stare at elimination from the league stage.

Punjab Kings (PBKS) currently lead the IPL 2026 standings with 13 points from nine matches. Second-placed Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are in second place with 12 points from nine matches, whereas Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are in third place with 12 points from 10 matches.

Only the Net Run Rate separates them from fourth-placed Rajasthan Royals (12 points) and fifth-placed Gujarat Titans (12 points). Chennai Super Kings (sixth place, 10 points from 10 matches) and Delhi Capitals (seventh place, eight points from 10 matches) also have a decent chance o...