By SRTeam We’re getting closer to the conclusion of this year’s Indian Premier League (IPL), and there are already obvious teams that might end up playing in the final. That includes the top 2 contenders at the moment, which are the Gujarat Titans and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
There are still a few more matches remaining, but surely, these two teams are still going to do their best to win those. Securing a top-two finish in the standings gives teams a second chance in the playoffs, thanks to the Qualifier 1 and Eliminator format.
Finishing first or second means playing in the Qualifier instead of the sudden-death Eliminator, which takes off some of the pressure and gives teams more control over their path to the final.
Road to the Playoffs
The IPL 2025 playoffs were originally scheduled to start on May 9, 2025, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium (Hyderabad) and Eden Gardens (Kolkata). However, they had to move this because of security concerns and weather-related issus.
The security concerns came from the heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. The BCCI responded by suspending the matches and rescheduling them after consulting with the Indian government.
Also, the onset of the southwest monsoon raised concerns about potential weather issues, especially in Kolkata. These are crucial matches for the tournament, and to avoid the risks, the BCCI decided to move the final to Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium on June 3, 2025.
Latest Standings of IPL 2025
As of May 20, 2025, here are the latest Indian Premier League 2025 standings, with Gujarat Titans sitting in the top spot.
| Team | No. of Matches | Wins | Losses | NRR | Points |
| Gujarat Titans | 12 | 9 | 3 | +0.795 | 18 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 12 | 8 | 3 | +0.482 | 17 |
| Punjab Kings | 12 | 8 | 3 | +0.389 | 17 |
| Mumbai Indians | 12 | 7 | 5 | +1.156 | 14 |
| Delhi Capitals | 12 | 6 | 5 | +0.260 | 13 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 13 | 5 | 6 | +0.193 | 12 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 12 | 5 | 7 | -0.506 | 10 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 12 | 4 | 7 | -1.005 | 9 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 13 | 3 | 10 | -0.701 | 6 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 12 | 3 | 9 | -0.992 | 6 |
Can Gujarat Titans Repeat Their 2022 Magic?
Gujarat Titans (GT) have been having a great year, and since they’re in the top spot of the ladder, they’re easily one of the favorites to win. GT Captain Shubman Gill has been instrumental in making them qualify for the playoffs.
One of their most impressive wins this season came against Delhi Capitals, where Gill and Sai Sudharsan chased down 200 without losing a single wicket (new IPL record).
After that match, Gill talked about how happy he is, but also talked about the challenges of being the captain. He said, “It feels great to get the qualification, but still two important games left. Carrying momentum is important.”
He also explained that the captaincy has been challenging this last year, but he learned how to manage it late in the season. According to him, the team’s fielding hasn’t exactly been great as they’ve dropped a lot of catches. They took the time to work on that during the break. He also said that the break helped him recover since he’s been sick.
Now, GT still has two more matches scheduled before the playoffs. Whatever the results of those, they’re still going to the playoffs. That doesn’t mean they can already relax, though, especially if they’re aiming for a top-two finish. Plenty of fans have been following GT’s odds as they head into the playoffs. Click here to see where they currently stand based on the latest betting odds.
Will Royal Challengers Finally Win Their First IPL Trophy?
Even if they’re not in the top spot, the talks on whether Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will finally win the IPL are strong. In a recent survey mentioned by Deccan Herald, 65% of IPL fans want RCB to win, and they’re doing their best to do so.
Under the leadership of new captain Rajat Patidar, the team has demonstrated resilience and strategic gameplay. Virat Kohli has been a standout performer too, scoring 505 runs with seven half-centuries. He also currently leads the league in both categories.
Another player from RCB who’s having a great year is Josh Hazlewood. He’s taken 18 wickets already, and this makes him one of the top wicket-takers this year.
RCB also has two more matches left, and they already have the spot for the playoffs. If they go against the Gujarat Titans, it’ll come down to handling pressure. That’s something RCB has struggled with in past seasons, especially in knockout games.
Summary
Exciting times are ahead for both fans of the Gujarat Titans and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. But fans of other teams in the top four spots, including Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians, can also be hopeful about seeing their favorites in the final. So, don’t miss out on the action and watch the matches live on Star Sports and JioCinema.