- By Namrata Vijay
- Sun, 24 May 2026 09:36 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
IPL 2026 Playoffs Schedule: All four teams for the IPL 2026 playoffs have now battled their way into contention. With Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Gujarat Titans, and Sunrisers Hyderabad securing spots in the knockout stages, the Rajasthan-based franchise secured fourth place by overpowering the Mumbai Indians with a 30-run victory in Mumbai on Sunday. Their triumph in the final group-stage match ousted Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders from the playoffs.
After prevailing, the Riyan Parag-led side clinched fourth position by amassing 16 points across 14 matches.
Here are the details of the IPL 2026 playoff matches:
Qualifier 1: RCB vs GT
Date: May 26 (Tuesday)
Time: 7:30 PM (IST)
Venue: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium
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The Rajat Patidar-led side topped the table after conquering their group stage. They share 18 points with the Gujarat-based franchise, who occupy second place, and Sunrisers Hyderabad also match their points, but due to a superior NRR, the Bengaluru-based franchise grabbed the top spot.
The Shubman Gill-led side outperformed the Hyderabad-based franchise in NRR, allowing them to leapfrog into a higher position in the points table.
Eliminator: SRH vs RR
Date: May 27 (Wednesday)
Time: 7:30 PM (IST)
Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh
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Qualifier 2: Loser of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Eliminator
Date: May 29 (Friday)
Time: 7:30 PM (IST)
Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh
Final: Winner of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Qualifier 2
Date: May 31 (Sunday)
Time: 7:30 PM (IST)
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
The Mumbai-based franchise and Chennai Super Kings are icons of IPL history, each having lifted five trophies amid thunderous applause. Kolkata Knight Riders, chasing glory and fueled by their three titles, continue inspiring fans with hope and passion.