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Take a look at the playoffs scenario as the match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Titans was washed out on Thursday.
The IPL 2024 playoffs race is reaching its climax, with Sunrisers Hyderabad becoming the third team to qualify for the playoffs on Thursday. Their match against Gujarat Titans was abandoned due to rain, thus securing a qualification with 15 points to their name so far, with a game to go. With Kolkata Riders and Rajasthan Royals already securing their spots in the playoffs, the battle has intensified for the remaining position in the knockout stage.
Delhi Capitals ((-0.377) and Lucknow Super Giants (-0.787), with faint hopes of qualifying, are hindered by their poor Net Run Rates despite having 14 and 12 points, respectively; LSG also have a game in hand. The major showdown is between Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Sunrisers Hyderabad for the playoff spots. SRH, with a matche remaining, can potentially go for the second spot with a win.
With the SRH vs GT match washed out, both teams have earned one point, propelling SRH to 15 points and confirming their playoff berth. SRH climb to the third spot with the washout, as Rajasthan Royals – for now – have retained their second position in the points table.
This outcome escalates the tension in the game between RCB and CSK, with the clash turning into a virtual knockout for the final spot in the playoffs. RCB must secure a win to reach 14 points and maintain a superior Net Run Rate over CSK.
On the other hand, CSK, while aiming for victory, must also focus on minimizing the margin of defeat to safeguard their Net Run Rate advantage. Even in the scenario of a loss, CSK (+0.528) could still clinch the fourth playoff spot if their Net Run Rate remains above RCB's (+0.387).
Remaining matches in the group stage
While the blockbuster clash between RCB and CSK will have added significance due to it impacting the playoff race, Mumbai Indians, who are already eliminated from the playoffs race, will meet the Lucknow Super Giants on Friday. Sunrisers Hyderabad will have another shot at improving their standing in the points table when they meet the PBKS, while the current top two – KKR and RR – will clash in the final group game of the season.
