IPL 2026 points table after Match 22: CSK climb to 8th after win, KKR rock bottom

NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings climbed to eighth place in the IPL 2026 points table after securing a 32-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Tuesday. It was a much-needed victory for CSK, who have now played five matches, winning two and losing three. They currently have four points with a net run rate of -0.846.On the other hand, KKR’s struggles continued as they remain at the bottom of the standings. In five matches so far, they are yet to register a win, with four losses and one no result. With just one point and a net run rate of -1.383, KKR have a lot of ground to make up in the coming games. KKR's next fixture is against Gujarat Titans on April 17 in Ahmedabad. At the top of the table, Rajasthan Royals continue to lead the pack with four wins from five matches, accumulating eight points and boasting a strong net run rate of +0.889. Punjab Kings are placed second with seven points from four matches, having won three games while one ended in no result. Royal Challengers Bengaluru occupy the third spot with three wins in four matches and an impressive net run rate of +1.148.The mid-table remains tightly contested, with Sunrisers Hyderabad, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants all on four points. Their positions are separated by net run rate, ranging from SRH’s +0.576 to LSG’s -0.427.Mumbai Indians are placed ninth with just one win in four matches, earning two points and holding a net run rate of -0.772.