RCB’s Top-2 Finish in IPL 2025: Still Possible?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) suffered a 42-run loss against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), putting their top-2 qualification hopes in jeopardy. However, mathematically, they’re still in the race—if certain conditions are met.

🔥 Match Recap
- SRH Innings: Ishan Kishan smashed 94* off 48 balls, guiding SRH to 231/6.
- RCB Chase: A fiery start by Phil Salt (62) and Virat Kohli (43) faded after Kohli’s dismissal. RCB was all out for 189.
📈 Current Points Table Snapshot
- Gujarat Titans (GT): 18 points from 13 matches
- Punjab Kings (PBKS): 17 points from 12 matches
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): 17 points from 13 matches
🔮 How RCB Can Still Finish in the Top 2
RCB must do the following:
- Win their final match vs LSG on May 27 – they’ll move to 19 points.
- GT must lose their final match to stay at 18 points.
- PBKS must lose at least one of their two remaining matches.
📅 Remaining Fixtures
- RCB vs LSG: May 27
- GT vs CSK: TBA
- PBKS Remaining Matches: vs DC & MI
⚠️ Conclusion
RCB fans still have hope! A win in their last game and a bit of luck in other match results could land them in the top 2, giving them two shots at the final. Fingers crossed!