IPL 2026 Points Table Today: KKR vs GT Clash Shakes Standings, Orange Cap & Purple Cap Race Intensifies
Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive with a crucial victory over Gujarat Titans, while Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill climbed to the top of the IPL 2026 batting charts after another explosive batting display.
Kolkata, May 17 : Kolkata Knight Riders delivered one of their most important performances of the season as they defeated Gujarat Titans by 29 runs in a high-scoring Indian Premier League 2026 encounter on Saturday night. The result not only revived KKR’s fading playoff hopes but also denied Gujarat Titans the opportunity to become the first team to officially secure qualification for the IPL 2026 playoffs.
The much-anticipated clash turned into a dramatic contest filled with aggressive batting, momentum swings and major changes in the Orange Cap standings. While Gujarat Titans remained in second place despite the defeat, Kolkata Knight Riders climbed closer to the mid-table battle and strengthened their chances of staying alive in the playoff race.
Raghuvanshi and Green Power KKR to Big Total
Kolkata Knight Riders produced a commanding batting effort after being asked to bat first. Young batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi played a sensational unbeaten knock of 82 runs from just 44 deliveries and anchored the innings brilliantly under pressure.
He received strong support from Cameron Green, who smashed 52 runs off only 28 balls in a destructive middle-order display. The pair stitched together a rapid 108-run partnership for the third wicket in only 53 deliveries, completely shifting the momentum in KKR’s favour.
The Gujarat Titans bowling attack struggled to contain the aggressive stroke play as boundaries flowed consistently during the middle overs. Rashid Khan and Kagiso Rabada failed to make the expected impact, allowing KKR to post a highly competitive total.
Gujarat Titans Start Well But Lose Momentum
Chasing the target, Gujarat Titans began aggressively with Sai Sudharsan looking in excellent touch once again. However, the left-handed batter suffered an unfortunate injury scare and had to retire hurt early in the innings, creating a major setback for the Titans.
After the early blow, captain Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler attempted to rebuild the chase cautiously following Nishant Sindhu’s dismissal for just one run. Although the duo steadied the innings for a brief period, the required run rate continued to climb steadily.
Gill played a fighting innings of 85 runs from 49 balls and kept Gujarat Titans mathematically alive in the contest. However, the lack of support from the other end and KKR’s disciplined bowling ensured that the chase never truly gathered momentum.
Kolkata eventually secured a convincing 29-run victory to collect two crucial points.
IPL 2026 Points Table Update After KKR vs GT
The defeat proved costly for Gujarat Titans as they missed a golden chance to become the first side to confirm a playoff berth this season. Despite remaining second on the table with 16 points from 13 matches, their lead at the top narrowed considerably.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru continue to lead the standings with 16 points from 12 games and a superior net run rate. Sunrisers Hyderabad remain firmly in contention in third place, while Punjab Kings occupy the fourth playoff spot.
Kolkata Knight Riders moved to seventh position with 11 points and remain alive in the qualification race.
IPL 2026 Points Table
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Lost | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 12 | 8 | 4 | +1.053 | 16 |
| 2 | Gujarat Titans | 13 | 8 | 5 | +0.400 | 16 |
| 3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 12 | 7 | 5 | +0.331 | 14 |
| 4 | Punjab Kings | 12 | 6 | 5 | +0.355 | 13 |
| 5 | Rajasthan Royals | 11 | 6 | 5 | +0.082 | 12 |
| 6 | Chennai Super Kings | 12 | 6 | 6 | +0.027 | 12 |
| 7 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 12 | 5 | 6 | -0.038 | 11 |
| 8 | Delhi Capitals | 12 | 5 | 7 | -0.993 | 10 |
| 9 | Mumbai Indians | 12 | 4 | 8 | -0.504 | 8 |
| 10 | Lucknow Super Giants | 11 | 3 | 8 | -0.907 | 6 |
Sai Sudharsan Takes Orange Cap Lead
One of the biggest outcomes of the match came in the Orange Cap standings. Sai Sudharsan reclaimed the top position despite retiring hurt during the chase. His consistency throughout the tournament has made him one of the standout performers of IPL 2026.
Shubman Gill’s aggressive 85-run innings pushed him to second place, making Gujarat Titans the only team with two batters above the 550-run mark this season.
Heinrich Klaasen slipped to third position after previously holding the Orange Cap, while Virat Kohli and Abhishek Sharma completed the top five.
IPL 2026 Orange Cap List
| Position | Player | Runs | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sai Sudharsan (GT) | 554 | 157.83 |
| 2 | Shubman Gill (GT) | 552 | 160.46 |
| 3 | Heinrich Klaasen (SRH) | 508 | 153.93 |
| 4 | Virat Kohli (RCB) | 484 | 165.75 |
| 5 | Abhishek Sharma (SRH) | 481 | 209.13 |
Purple Cap Race Remains Tight
The Purple Cap standings witnessed only minor changes after the KKR vs GT fixture. Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar continued to lead the wicket-taking charts with 22 wickets.
Kagiso Rabada retained second place despite finishing wicketless in the match, while Chennai Super Kings pacer Anshul Kamboj remained third.
Rashid Khan slipped to fifth position because of a higher economy rate, allowing Lucknow Super Giants bowler Prince Yadav to move ahead.
IPL 2026 Purple Cap List
| Position | Player | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar (RCB) | 22 | 7.55 |
| 2 | Kagiso Rabada (GT) | 21 | 9.22 |
| 3 | Anshul Kamboj (CSK) | 19 | 10.11 |
| 4 | Prince Yadav (LSG) | 16 | 8.53 |
| 5 | Rashid Khan (GT) | 16 | 8.70 |
Playoff Race Set for Thrilling Finish
With only a few league matches remaining, the IPL 2026 playoff race has become increasingly competitive. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad remain favourites for qualification, but teams like Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings are still fighting hard for the remaining spots.
KKR’s latest victory has added fresh excitement to the tournament and ensured that the battle for the top four will likely continue until the final week of the league stage.
