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Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings Lead IPL 2025 as Mid-Season Battles Intensify

Delhi Capitals prepare for a top-of-the-table clash against Gujarat Titans, while Punjab Kings secure second place after defeating Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Sanju Samson is doubtful for the match against Lucknow Super Giants.
RCB's Josh Hazelwood celebrates the wicket of PBKS' Shreyas Iyer in Bengaluru on Friday. (PTI)
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Cricket - Indian Premier League - IPL - Royal Challengers Bengaluru v Punjab Kings - M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, India - April 18, 2025 Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Marcus Stoinis and Nehal Wadhera celebrate after the match REUTERS/Stringer

Overview

  • Delhi Capitals lead the IPL 2025 standings with 10 points after a dramatic Super Over win against Rajasthan Royals, setting up a key encounter with Gujarat Titans.
  • Punjab Kings climbed to second place with 10 points, securing a five-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a rain-curtailed match at Chinnaswamy Stadium.
  • RCB suffered their third consecutive home defeat, with Tim David's unbeaten 50 being the lone bright spot in a disappointing batting performance.
  • Rajasthan Royals remain eighth on the table with just two wins from seven matches and face uncertainty over captain Sanju Samson's availability due to a side strain.
  • The mid-season phase sees teams grappling with form swings, injury challenges, and tactical adjustments as the race for playoff spots heats up.