In the 17th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, the competition among the 10 teams is intense. The IPL 2024 season, which commenced on March 22nd, will conclude with the final match on May 26th at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Consequently, all teams are now striving to secure a spot in the playoffs. Mumbai’s recent loss has slightly altered the points table standings. Let’s delve into the points table to see which team currently holds the top position.
Rajasthan Royals on Top
This season, the Rajasthan Royals have displayed a remarkable performance. Out of the 10 matches they have played so far, they have won 8 matches and faced defeat in 2 matches. Despite a couple of losses, Rajasthan Royals still reign at the top of the table with 16 points.
Close Competition Among Teams
The Kolkata Knight Riders are placed second on the points table. The team has played 10 matches, securing victory in 7 matches and suffering defeat in 3 matches. With 14 points, Kolkata Knight Riders are trailing closely behind Rajasthan Royals. On the other hand, the Lucknow Super Giants and Sunrisers Hyderabad have won 6 out of their 10 matches, accumulating 12 points each, placing them at the third and fourth positions on the points table, respectively.
Mumbai Indians’ Struggle
Mumbai Indians’ recent loss has pushed them down in the points table. With 3 wins and 8 losses out of their 11 matches, Mumbai Indians currently possess 6 points, leaving them at a precarious position in the tournament. Meanwhile, the Delhi Capitals have also faced a similar fate, securing 5 wins and 6 losses in their 11 matches, accumulating 10 points.
At the bottom of the points table, the Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans are neck and neck. The recent defeat has pushed Mumbai Indians down the rankings. The team has won only 3 out of their 11 matches so far, while losing 8 matches. With just 6 points, Mumbai Indians are currently struggling to stay in the competition. At the bottom of the table lies the Royal Challengers Bangalore, who have managed to win only 3 out of their 10 matches, accumulating 6 points.
As the IPL 2024 tournament progresses, each match becomes increasingly crucial for teams to secure their position in the playoffs. With fierce competition and unexpected outcomes, fans can expect thrilling encounters in the upcoming matches.