The Indian Premier League 2024 continues to witness exciting clashes and a shake-up in the points table. After Match 28 and 29, here’s a breakdown of the current standings:
KKR Maintain Momentum, Climb to Second
The Kolkata Knight Riders have emerged as a strong contender this season. Their dominant win against Lucknow Super Giants in Match 28 propelled them to the coveted second place in the points table. Currently boasting 8 points from 5 games with a win rate of 80%, KKR are displaying a consistent and powerful performance.
CSK Remain Strong, Third Place Secured
The defending champions, Chennai Super Kings, continue their formidable run in IPL 2024. Their victory against the Mumbai Indians in Match 29 solidified their hold on the third position in the points table. MS Dhoni’s trademark late flourish and Ruturaj Gaikwad’s crucial knock ensured CSK remained a force to be reckoned with.
LSG and MI Face Setbacks
While KKR and CSK are enjoying successful campaigns, other teams are facing challenges. The Lucknow Super Giants, after their loss to KKR, have slipped out of the top four. They now occupy the fifth position in the points table, highlighting the competitive nature of the league. Similarly, the Mumbai Indians, despite a valiant effort from Rohit Sharma, fell short against CSK and have dropped to the eighth spot.
IPL 2024 Points Table: Updated After MI vs CSK Match 29
| Rank | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points | NRR |
| 1 | Rajasthan Royals | 6 | 5 | 1 | 10 | +0.767 |
| 2 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 | +1.688 |
| 3 | Chennai Super Kings | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 | +0.726 |
| 4 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | +0.344 |
| 5 | Lucknow Super Giants | 6 | 3 | 3 | 6 | +0.038 |
| 6 | Gujarat Titans | 6 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -0.637 |
| 7 | Punjab Kings | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 | -0.218 |
| 8 | Mumbai Indians | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 | -0.234 |
| 9 | Delhi Capitals | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 | -0.975 |
| 10 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 6 | 1 | 5 | 2 | -1.124. |
