Rajasthan Royals have emerged as one of the top teams in this year’s Indian Premier League and remain in a strong position to secure a place in the IPL 2026 playoffs.
The inaugural champions made a flying start to the campaign, winning their first four matches on the bounce and opening up a gap on the chasing pack.
While results have tapered off since, the Royals still control their own destiny heading into the final stretch of the league phase.
Rajasthan Royals can reach a maximum of 18 points - a tally that could help them clinch a top-two finish and a direct shot at the final via Qualifier 1.
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How can Rajasthan Royals qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs?
For Rajasthan Royals to make the IPL 2026 playoffs, the equation is straightforward.
Two wins from their remaining three matches should take them to 16 points - a total that has consistently been enough to secure a top-four finish.
Three wins would all but seal qualification and keep them in contention for a top-two spot.
Historically, 16 points has been the benchmark for playoff qualification in the 10-team IPL era, achieved in the 2022, 2023 and 2025 seasons.
The exception came in 2024, when Royal Challengers Bengaluru sneaked through with 14 points courtesy of a superior Net Run Rate.
Just a single win, however, would take RR’s destiny out of their own hands. It would leave the Royals vulnerable at 14 points, requiring favourable results to go their way elsewhere and a strong Net Run Rate to stay ahead in what is expected to be a tightly packed table.
Rajasthan Royals’ remaining IPL 2026 fixtures
- May 17, Sunday: vs Delhi Capitals
- May 19, Tuesday: vs Lucknow Super Giants
- May 24, Sunday: vs Mumbai Indians
Rajasthan Royals have made it to the playoffs six times to date. They won the title in 2008 and reached the final in 2022.
