The IPL 2025 playoffs are taking shape, and today’s match between Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad is crucial for both teams. Currently, CSK is at the bottom of the IPL 2025 points table, while SRH is in ninth place. CSK has six matches left, and a loss to SRH could spell disaster for their playoff hopes.
CSK’s Playoff Chances
CSK has won just two of their eight matches so far. To make the playoffs, they need to win all six remaining matches, which would give them a maximum of 16 points. Typically, 16 points are enough to secure a playoff spot, but CSK’s path is complicated by their current net run rate of -1.392. They not only need to win their remaining matches but do so by a significant margin to improve their NRR.
If CSK loses to SRH, their chances of making the playoffs will be severely diminished. Even if they win their remaining five matches, they will have to rely on other teams’ results to make it to the playoffs. In this scenario, CSK’s maximum points would be 14.
SRH’s Situation
SRH is not in a much better position. A loss to CSK today would make their playoff journey extremely challenging. In simple terms, a loss for either team today would likely end their tournament run.
CSK’s remaining matches are crucial, and they need to win them convincingly to stay in the playoff race. The team’s fate is now largely in their own hands, but they need to perform well in their upcoming matches to keep their hopes alive.