IPL qualification scenarios: After the 100-run thrashing by Mumbai Indians, can Rajasthan Royals reach the playoffs?
Rajasthan Royals
' slim
IPL 2025
playoff hopes were shot down after a devastating 100-run loss to
Mumbai Indians
at the
Sawai Mansingh Stadium
on Thursday. With their eighth defeat in 11 matches,
Rajasthan can only reach 12 points
from their remaining three games, making it mathematically impossible to qualify for the top four.
Mumbai Indians posted an imposing 217/2 in the first innings, powered by Ryan Rickelton's 61 and Rohit Sharma's 53, along with crucial contributions of 48 each from Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya.
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Mumbai's bowling attack dominated the second innings, with Trent Boult and Karn Sharma claiming three wickets each. Jasprit Bumrah picked up two wickets, while Hardik Pandya and Deepak Chahar added one wicket each to complete the comprehensive victory.
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The win propelled Mumbai Indians to the top of the table with 14 points from 11 matches, marking a remarkable turnaround after losing four of their first five games. Their impressive net run rate of +1.274 further strengthens their position.
Rajasthan's elimination was confirmed as three teams - Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Mumbai Indians - have already exceeded 12 points. Additionally, either Gujarat Titans or Delhi Capitals, both currently on 12 points, will surpass this mark when they face each other.
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Chennai Super Kings faced a similar fate on Wednesday after their loss to Punjab Kings at home, making Rajasthan the second team to exit the tournament during the group stage.
Mumbai Indians are now well-positioned to secure a playoff spot, needing just one win from their remaining three matches. Their current streak of six consecutive victories puts them in prime position to target the maximum possible 20 points and a potential top-two finish.
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