IPL 2025 Playoff Scenarios: Can Delhi Capitals Still Qualify After Loss To Gujarat Titans?
Delhi Capitals' IPL 2025 playoff hopes are hanging by a thread after a heavy defeat to Gujarat Titans. To stay in contention, DC must win their remaining two matches against Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings, ideally by large margins to boost their Net Run Rate. However, qualification also depends on favorable results from other teams. With their playoff odds now below 20%, DC face a must-win clash against MI on May 21. The final game vs PBKS could decide their fate. While mathematically possible, Delhi's path to the top four is extremely narrow and reliant on both performance and luck. https://zeenews.india.com/photos/sports/ipl-2025-playoff-scenarios-can-delhi-capitals-still-qualify-after-loss-to-gujarat-titans-2902872 Updated:May 19, 2025, 07:52 AM IST 1. Delhi Capitals Must Win Both Remaining Matches
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To stay in contention, DC need to win their final two matches — against Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings — taking them to 17 points, which is likely the cut-off for IPL 2025 playoffs. 2. The MI vs DC Clash Is a Virtual Knockout
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DC's next match vs Mumbai Indians on May 21 is a must-win. If they lose, MI will move to 16 points and knock DC out of the top-four race, regardless of other results. 3. Net Run Rate Could Be a Deal Breaker
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Even if DC win both games, their qualification could depend on Net Run Rate. Currently at just +0.006, they must win big to overtake PBKS (+0.389) or MI (+1.156) on NRR. 4. DC vs PBKS on May 24 Could Decide the Final Spot
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If DC beat MI, the final league match vs Punjab Kings becomes critical. A win there — ideally with a strong margin — could secure their place in the top four, depending on other results. 5. Delhi Need Help From Other Results
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To qualify, DC also need favorable outcomes in other games — especially MI losing to PBKS, or PBKS losing both matches — to stay ahead in points or Net Run Rate. 6. Punjab Kings' Form Adds Pressure
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PBKS, already on 17 points, are in red-hot form. If they win one more match, DC's only chance of qualifying is via Net Run Rate — which heavily favors PBKS at the moment. 7. Playoff Odds Drop to Below 20%
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After the GT loss, DC's playoff qualification chances have dipped from 42.3% to under 20%, making their road to the top four extremely difficult and heavily reliant on multiple factors. 8. Dominant Wins Are the Only Way Forward
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To fix their poor NRR, DC must win their remaining matches by large margins — either by 50+ runs or chasing with several overs to spare — to stay in the race. 9. Strong Top Order Is Key for Momentum
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With players like Jake Fraser-McGurk and Rishabh Pant, Delhi need explosive starts and top-order consistency to set or chase big totals — crucial for Net Run Rate recovery. 10. It's Still Mathematically Possible — But Barely
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Despite the setbacks, DC can still qualify for IPL 2025 playoffs if they win both games and other results align. It's a narrow path, but not completely closed yet.
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