IPL 2025 Points Table Update: Gujarat Titans Claim Top Spot, LSG Edge Out RR in Thriller
Welcome to the latest update on the IPL 2025 Points Table, where every match reshapes the race to the playoffs. In a gripping double-header on Saturday, Gujarat Titans (GT) dethroned Delhi Capitals (DC) to claim the top spot, while Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) clinched a dramatic victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR). Let’s dive into the action and dissect how these results have shifted the standings at the halfway mark of this thrilling tournament.
Gujarat Titans Storm to the Summit
In the afternoon clash at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat Titans showcased their dominance with a commanding 7-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals. Chasing a formidable target of 204, GT’s batting firepower was on full display, led by Jos Buttler’s unbeaten 97 off just 54 balls, studded with 11 fours and 4 sixes. Buttler’s masterclass, combined with a blistering 119-run partnership with Sherfane Rutherford (43), ensured GT completed the chase in just 19.2 overs.
Earlier, DC, invited to bat on a batter-friendly pitch, posted 203/8 thanks to a gritty 39-run knock by skipper Axar Patel, supported by Tristan Stubbs (31) and Ashutosh Sharma (37). However, GT’s bowling attack, spearheaded by Prasidh Krishna’s 4/41, kept the pressure on, setting the stage for their batters to shine. This win propelled GT to the top of the standings, displacing DC and strengthening their playoff credentials.
LSG’s Nail-Biting Triumph Over RR
The evening encounter proved to be a heart-stopper as Lucknow Super Giants edged out Rajasthan Royals by a mere 2 runs in a high-octane thriller. Batting first, LSG posted a competitive 180/5, fueled by solid half-centuries from Aiden Markram and Ayush Badoni, who stitched together a crucial 76-run partnership for the fourth wicket.
In reply, RR seemed poised for victory with Yashasvi Jaiswal’s explosive 74, supported by Riyan Parag (39) and the promising teenager Vaibhav Suryavanshi (34). However, LSG’s pace spearhead Avesh Khan turned the game on its head with a match-defining spell of 3/37, dismissing Jaiswal, Parag, and Shimron Hetmyer at critical junctures. RR fell agonizingly short at 178/5, leaving LSG to celebrate a morale-boosting win that lifted them one spot higher in the points table.
Updated IPL 2025 Standings
As per the latest IPL 2025 Points Table, Gujarat Titans now lead the pack, followed by Delhi Capitals, Punjab Kings, and Lucknow Super Giants in the top four playoff spots. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Kolkata Knight Riders, Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Chennai Super Kings complete the 10-team standings. RR, with their loss, remain stranded in eighth place, having managed only 2 wins in 8 matches, severely denting their playoff hopes with the tournament crossing its midway point.
What Lies Ahead?
With the IPL 2025 season heating up, every match is a do-or-die affair for teams like RR and CSK, who are languishing near the bottom. Meanwhile, GT’s form looks ominous, and LSG’s ability to pull off tight finishes makes them a dangerous contender. As a cricket journalist, I believe the next few games will be pivotal in separating the frontrunners from the pretenders. Will GT maintain their momentum at the top? Can RR stage a miraculous comeback? Stay tuned for more updates as the race to the playoffs intensifies!
(With inputs from PTI)