Demotion In Points Table! How Can Result Of PBKS Vs DC Affect RCB In IPL 2025?

Debashis Sarangi

RCB will keep a close eye on PBKS vs DC clash [Source: AP]RCB will keep a close eye on PBKS vs DC clash [Source: AP]

Punjab Kings (PBKS) will take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 58th group-stage match of the ongoing IPL 2025 season. The much-awaited face-off will be played at the picturesque Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. 

Led by Shreyas Iyer, PBKS have been superb in the tournament, claiming the third position in the points table with seven victories in eleven matches. On the other hand, DC have secured six wins, occupying the fifth position with 13 points. 

Meanwhile, RCB will keep an eye on the PBKS vs DC clash, as its outcome could impact their position in the playoffs. 

How Can RCB Be Affected By The Result Of PBKS vs DC?

Tonight, PBKS will cross swords against DC in a high-octane game at HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala. Both teams are currently alive in the playoffs race and might challenge RCB's place in the playoffs. 

However, the Rajat Patidar-led side would happily take a DC victory rather than a Punjab Kings' win in this match. Currently, DC have 13 points, while PBKS are third in the standings with 15 points. 

So, if PBKS win tonight, it will take their tally to 17 points and help them pip RCB and move up to the top spot in the points table. In such a scenario, GT will drop down to number two and RCB will be demoted to the third place, having an inferior NRR than the Titans. 

On the other hand, if the Capitals win this evening, they will take their tally to 15 points and might even claim the third position in the points table. Currently, there is a little difference between their net run rates and if they go up, Mumbai Indians will drop one spot below to number five in the standings.