Who Will Make IPL 2025 Playoffs? AI Predicts Before SRH vs DC Clash

Probuddha Bhattacharjee

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The Indian Premier League 2025 season is fast approaching its business end. With just 16 more matches remaining in the league stages, we asked the AI to predict the play-off line-up of the tournament. Using comprehensive data analysis from, the verdict of the Artificial Intelligence is here. 

Current Points Table Scenario

After 54 matches, the points table shows a fascinating battle for playoff qualification:

Team
Played
Won
Lost
NR
Pts
RCB1183016
PBKS1173115
MI1174014
GT1073014
DC1064012
KKR1155111
LSG1156010
RR123906
SRH103706
CSK112904

The Bold Prediction: Unexpected Rise and Fall

Our AI analysis predicts a dramatic finish to the league stage with several surprises:

1. Delhi Capitals' Stunning Rise

DC will win all four of their remaining fixtures, including today's clash against SRH, to finish with an impressive 20 points and claim the second position. Their well-balanced squad and favourable remaining fixtures give them a significant advantage in the race for playoffs, allowing them to surge up the table in dramatic fashion.

2. Punjab Kings' Unexpected Slide

Despite currently sitting in second position, PBKS will suffer a dramatic collapse, losing all three of their remaining matches. Their batting, which has been their strength, will falter against DC's spinners, MI's pace attack, and RR's desperate final push. They'll finish with 15 points and miss out on playoffs on net run rate.

AI's Final Four Revealed

Position
Team
Final Points
Qualification Path
1DC20Win all 4 remaining matches
2RCB18Win 1 of 3 remaining matches
3GT18Win 2 of 4 remaining matches
4MI16Win 1 of 3 remaining matches

The Great Escape

Mumbai Indians will secure the final playoff spot despite winning just one of their remaining three matches. Their superior net run rate will be their saviour, edging out Punjab Kings who will finish on the same points. MI's formidable bowling attack and experienced batting lineup will prove crucial in maintaining their net run rate advantage, even in defeats.

Key Decisive Matches

The following matches will shape the final standings:

  • DC vs SRH (Today): The beginning of DC's remarkable run
  • MI vs GT (May 6): A crucial clash between two playoff contenders
  • PBKS vs DC (May 8): Will determine PBKS's playoff fate
  • PBKS vs MI (May 11): The match that could decide the fourth playoff spot

This IPL season is set for a spectacular finish with established powerhouses holding firm while some traditional contenders face unexpected elimination. The playoffs promise even more drama as these four teams battle for the ultimate prize in T20 cricket.