The last playoff spot is up for grabs between the Mumbai Indians (MI) and Delhi Capitals (DC). Both teams have had a tough season so far and need to win their next games to stay in the race. The upcoming matches will be very important in deciding who makes it to the next stage. With LSG’s exit, five teams have now been eliminated from playoff contention.
Gujarat Titans (GT), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), and Punjab Kings (PBKS) have already secured their spots in the playoffs. Now, only one spot remains open, and everyone is eagerly waiting to see who will claim it.
The last playoff spot is up for grabs between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Delhi Capitals (DC). Both teams have had a tough season so far and really need to win their next games to stay in the race. The upcoming matches will be very important in deciding who makes it to the next stage.
Playoff Qualification Scenarios for Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals
Mumbai Indians (MI)
| Current Points | Remaining Matches | Scenario | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | vs Delhi Capitals, vs Punjab Kings | Win both matches | Finish on 18 points, Qualify comfortably |
| 14 | vs Delhi Capitals, vs Punjab Kings | Win only vs Delhi Capitals | Likely to qualify |
| 14 | vs Delhi Capitals, vs Punjab Kings | Lose both matches | Finish on 14 points, eliminated |
Delhi Capitals (DC)
| Current Points | Remaining Matches | Scenario | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | vs Mumbai Indians, vs Punjab Kings | Win both matches | Finish on 17 points, Qualify |
| 13 | vs Mumbai Indians, vs Punjab Kings | Lose vs MI | Finish on max 15 points, Eliminated |
| 13 | vs Mumbai Indians, vs Punjab Kings | Win vs MI, lose vs Punjab Kings | Qualification depends on MI also losing to PBKS |
IPL 2025 Playoff Scenario 1: DC vs MI, The Big Match on May 21
The important match between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians on May 21 will decide who gets the last spot in the playoffs. If Delhi Capitals lose, they will be out of the tournament, and Mumbai Indians will move ahead to the playoffs. But if Delhi Capitals win, they will pass Mumbai Indians in points and have a better chance to qualify.
IPL 2025 Playoff Scenario 2: The Role of Punjab Kings (Only If DC Win Against MI)
If Delhi Capitals beat Mumbai Indians on May 21, the fight for the last playoff spot will depend on Punjab Kings’ remaining games. Punjab still needs to play against both Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians in their last two matches. So, how Punjab does in those games could be very important in deciding who gets that final playoff spot.
Match on May 24: PBKS vs DC
If Delhi Capitals win this game, they will secure a spot in the playoffs.
Match on May 26: PBKS vs MI
If Delhi loses to PBKS, then Mumbai Indians must win this match to make it to the playoffs. But if Mumbai loses, Delhi Capitals will take the last playoff spot.
IPL 2025 Playoff Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| May 29 | Qualifier 1 | Mullanpur |
| May 30 | Eliminator | Mullanpur |
| June 1 | Qualifier 2 | Ahmedabad |
| June 3 | Final | Ahmedabad |
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