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NEW DELHI: The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) soared to the top of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 points table following a dominant five-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday. This win marks RCB’s fourth victory in five matches, bringing their total to 8 points and placing them ahead of the Rajasthan Royals based on net run rate in this competitive early-season race.
RCB’s Impressive Run Rate
RCB currently boasts the best net run rate in the league at +1.503, highlighting their strong performance in both batting and bowling thus far. The Rajasthan Royals closely trail with a net run rate of +0.889, keeping the competition for the top position tightly contested as the season progresses.
Lucknow Super Giants Struggle Continues
For the Lucknow Super Giants, this defeat marks their third loss in five matches, keeping them in seventh place unchanged. Their net run rate has sunk to -0.804, adding pressure to an already inconsistent season.
Punjab Kings Remain Undefeated
The Punjab Kings remain the only unbeaten team in IPL 2026, currently sitting in third place with 7 points from four matches—three wins and one rain-affected no result. Their steady performance keeps them in strong contention at the top of the table.
Middle Table Tightens
The middle of the points table is congested, with Sunrisers Hyderabad, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Titans, Lucknow Super Giants, and Chennai Super Kings all tied at 4 points each. SRH currently occupies the fourth spot due to a superior net run rate, followed closely by DC, GT, LSG, and CSK based on minimal differences in standings.
Bottom of the Table Overview
The Mumbai Indians sit in ninth place with just one win from four matches, totalling 2 points. At the bottom, the Kolkata Knight Riders find themselves as the only winless team this season, with a solitary point from a washed-out match against the Punjab Kings.
IPL 2026 Points Table After RCB vs LSG Match
| Position | Teams | M | W | L | NR | Points | NRR |
| 1 | RCB | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8 | +1.503 |
| 2 | RR | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8 | +0.889 |
| 3 | PBKS | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7 | +0.720 |
| 4 | SRH | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 4 | +0.576 |
| 5 | DC | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +0.322 |
| 6 | GT | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | -0.029 |
| 7 | LSG | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 4 | -0.804 |
| 8 | CSK | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 4 | -0.846 |
| 9 | MI | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | -0.772 |
| 10 | KKR | 5 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | -1.383 |
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