KKR Keep Playoff Hopes Alive with Fourth Straight Win

Kolkata Knight Riders produced a commanding all-round display to beat Delhi Capitals by chasing 143, with Finn Allen smashing his maiden IPL hundred to power KKR to a comfortable win. The IPL 2026 points table remains tightly packed, with Sunrisers Hyderabad leading the standings with 14 points from 11 matches.

The top four teams - Sunrisers Hyderabad, Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Rajasthan Royals - are well-placed in the playoff race, with 12 points each from 10 matches.

Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings also remain in contention with 12 and 10 points, respectively.

The immediate outlook for KKR and other playoff contenders will be determined by their performance in the remaining league games, with the top teams aiming to strengthen their positions in the standings. The next set of matches will be crucial in determining the final playoff spots.