IPL 2026: How Delhi Capitals can still qualify for playoffs after RR win
Delhi Capitals have kept their playoff hopes alive with a recent win over Rajasthan Royals. However, their path to qualification is complicated and relies on the outcomes of other teams' matches. They must win their final game and hope for favorable results from Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders to have a chance at advancing.
- ▪Delhi Capitals currently have 12 points from 13 matches and a net run rate of -0.871.
- ▪To qualify, they need to win their last game and hope both Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals lose all their remaining matches.
- ▪Kolkata Knight Riders must also lose at least one of their remaining games to prevent them from reaching 15 points.
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