The IPL 2026 playoff race is getting more intriguing with each passing day. After 54 of the 70 league matches were completed last week, two teams — five-time champions Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants — were eliminated on the same day, Sunday, May 10.
The new week promises even more drama as the remaining eight teams battle for the coveted four playoff spots.
The action began with Punjab Kings, losing their fourth consecutive matches, hosting Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala their bowling dips and catch drops resulted in their 3-wicket loss. Despite the recent defeats, PBKS remain fourth on the table and still have a strong chance of qualifying. DC, on the other hand, are hanging by a very thin thread and cannot afford another slip-up in their remaining two matches.
Tuesday Gujarat Titans win their biggest win of the season winning by 82 runs against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Table-toppers and defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will look to consolidate their position when they host an in-form Kolkata Knight Riders in Raipur on Wednesday. Thursday will then see PBKS continue their playoff push against already-eliminated MI in Dharamsala.
Another eliminated side, LSG, will host an in-form Chennai Super Kings in Lucknow on Friday before KKR take on GT at Eden Gardens on Saturday.
The Sunday double-header begins with a blockbuster clash between PBKS and RCB in Dharamsala, a match that could have a major impact on the top-two race. Later in the evening, struggling DC will host Rajasthan Royals, who are still looking to stay alive in the playoff race.
IPL Full Schedule this week (11-17 May): Matches, dates, timings, venues
Date
Day
Home Team
Visiting Team
Time (IST)
Venue
May 11
Monday
Punjab Kings
Delhi Capitals
7:30 PM
Dharamsala
May 12
Tuesday
Gujarat Titans
Sunrisers Hyderabad
7:30 PM
Ahmedabad
May 13
Wednesday
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Kolkata Knight Riders
7:30 PM
Raipur
May 14
Thursday
Punjab Kings
Mumbai Indians
7:30 PM
Dharamsala
May 15
Friday
Lucknow Super Giants
Chennai Super Kings
7:30 PM
Lucknow
May 16
Saturday
Kolkata Knight Riders
Gujarat Titans
7:30 PM
Kolkata
May 17
Sunday
Punjab Kings
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
3:30 PM
Dharamsala
May 17
Sunday
Delhi Capitals
Rajasthan Royals
7:30 PM
Delhi
