IPL 2025 Playoffs Fixtures Confirmed: RCB, MI, GT, and PBKS Knockouts Opponents Revealed
With just a handful of matches left in the league stage, fans are asking the big question: what will the IPL 2025 playoffs fixtures look like? Four teams have already qualified — Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Mumbai Indians (MI), Punjab Kings (PBKS), and Gujarat Titans (GT) — but their exact playoff opponents will depend on the final league standings and Net Run Rate (NRR).
In this breakdown, we’ll look at the possible IPL playoffs fixtures, and assess who RCB, MI, PBKS, and GT may face in the knockouts, using current scenarios and remaining fixtures.
Upcoming IPL 2025 Fixtures & Current Points Table
- GT: 18 pts (2 matches left: vs LSG on May 22, vs CSK on May 25)
- RCB: 17 pts (2 matches left: vs SRH on May 23, vs LSG on May 27)
- PBKS: 17 pts (2 matches left: vs DC on May 24, vs MI on May 26)
- MI: 16 pts (1 match left: vs PBKS on May 26)
Top-two finish guarantees Qualifier 1, while 3rd and 4th battle in Eliminator. So the race for top two — RCB top two, GT top two, PBKS top two, and MI top two — is key to determining who plays whom.
| Teams | Mat | Won | Lost | Tied | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gujarat Titans (Q) | 12 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 18 | +0.795 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Q) | 12 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 17 | +0.482 |
| Punjab Kings (Q) | 12 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 17 | +0.389 |
| Mumbai Indians (Q) | 13 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 16 | +1.292 |
| Delhi Capitals | 13 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 13 | -0.019 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders (E) | 13 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 12 | +0.193 |
| Lucknow Super Giants (E) | 12 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 10 | -0.506 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad (E) | 12 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 9 | -1.005 |
| Rajasthan Royals (E) | 14 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 8 | -0.549 |
| Chennai Super Kings (E) | 13 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 6 | -1.030 |
IPL Playoffs and Top Two Chances Percentages 2025 (Updated May 21 after MI vs DC match)
| Team | Current Record | Top 2 Chance |
|---|---|---|
| GT (#1) | 9W – 3L – 0NR | 84.5% |
| RCB (#2) | 8W – 3L – 1NR | 76.3% |
| PBKS (#3) | 8W – 3L – 1NR | 34.8% |
| MI (#4) | 8W – 5L – 0NR | 4.6% |
| DC (#5) | 6W – 6L – 1NR | Eliminated |
| KKR (#6) | 5W – 6L – 2NR | Eliminated |
| LSG (#7) | 5W – 7L – 0NR | Eliminated |
| SRH (#8) | 3W – 7L – 1NR | Eliminated |
| RR (#9) | 3W – 10L – 0NR | Eliminated |
| CSK (#10) | 3W – 9L – 0NR | Eliminated |
Who Will GT Face in Playoffs?
Gujarat Titans (GT) currently lead the table with 18 points and a strong NRR. One win from their last two matches guarantees a top-two finish.
- If GT win 1 of 2: They finish in the top two and play Qualifier 1, likely against RCB or PBKS.
- If GT win both: They finish 1st and face whoever finishes 2nd — most likely RCB.
Possible fixture:
- Qualifier 1: GT vs RCB or PBKS
- If they lose Q1: GT would face Eliminator winner in Qualifier 2
Who Will RCB Face in Playoffs?
Who will RCB face in playoffs? That depends on whether they can finish in the top two. RCB have 17 points and a strong chance to seal a top-two finish — especially if they win one or both remaining games.
- If RCB win at least 1: They likely face GT in Qualifier 1
- If RCB lose both and MI/PBKS win out: They could drop to 3rd or 4th
RCB top two is currently over 75%. So, their most likely fixture is:
Possible fixture:
- Qualifier 1: RCB vs GT
- If they drop to 3rd/4th: Eliminator vs PBKS or MI
Who Will PBKS Face in Playoffs?
PBKS top two hopes are alive but depend on beating both DC and MI. They’re currently on 17 points with the lowest NRR among the top three.
- If PBKS win both games and RCB or GT drop one: PBKS could sneak into top two
- If PBKS lose 1: They’ll likely finish 3rd or 4th
Who will PBKS face in playoffs? Unless they win both remaining games convincingly, their likely fixture is:
Possible fixture:
- Eliminator: PBKS vs MI
- If they reach top two: Qualifier 1 vs GT or RCB
Who Will MI Face in Playoffs?
Have MI qualified for IPL 2025 playoffs? Yes. But MI top two hopes are slim. They must beat PBKS and hope RCB or GT lose both games.
- If MI beat PBKS and others slip: Possible 2nd spot with NRR advantage
- If not: They finish 4th and play Eliminator
Who will MI face in playoffs? Most likely PBKS in the Eliminator.
Possible fixture:
- Eliminator: MI vs PBKS
- If miracle happens: Qualifier 1 vs GT
ALSO READ:
- Will Mumbai Indians Finish in Top Two Spot Ahead of RCB in IPL 2025 Playoffs Race?
- [WATCH] Rohit Sharma Drops a Sitter To Offer Vipraj Nigam Crucial Lifeline
- IPL 2025 Playoffs Decided: Which Teams Have Qualified?
Predicted IPL 2025 Playoffs Fixtures (as it stands)
If the current form holds and top two remain GT and RCB, here’s how the IPL 2025 playoffs fixtures may look:
- Qualifier 1: GT vs RCB (May 29)
- Eliminator: PBKS vs MI (May 30)
- Qualifier 2: Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator (June 1)
- Final: Winner of Q1 vs Winner of Q2 (June 3)
The IPL top two teams will get a valuable extra life, making these final league games critical. So whether you’re wondering who will GT face in playoffs, or who will RCB face in playoffs, it all comes down to the last few matches — and every over will count.
For more updates, follow CricXtasy on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Telegram, and YouTube.
