The battle for the fourth playoff spot is heating up. Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians face off in the 63rd match of IPL 2025. Three teams have already secured a spot, while five have been eliminated. But with rain forecasted in Mumbai, there’s a chance this match might be called off.
Let’s take a look at the current points table. Mumbai has 14 points from 12 matches, with a net run rate of +1.156. Delhi Capitals has 13 points from 12 matches, but a lower net run rate of +0.260. They’re currently sitting in fourth and fifth place, respectively.
What if the match is canceled?
If the match is called off due to rain, both teams will receive one point each. Mumbai will move up to 15 points, while Delhi will have 14. Their fate will then depend on their next matches. Both teams will face Punjab Kings in their final league stage matches.
For Mumbai, a win against Punjab in their next match would secure them a playoff spot with 17 points. As for Delhi, they need to beat Punjab and hope Mumbai loses their final match to make it to the playoffs. The stakes are high, and every match counts from here on out.
The current standings are:
- Mumbai Indians: 14 points, +1.156 net run rate
- Delhi Capitals: 13 points, +0.260 net run rate
The road to the playoffs is uncertain, but one thing’s for sure – the next few matches will be crucial in deciding the fate of these two teams. Will Mumbai secure their spot, or will Delhi pull off a comeback? The suspense continues.