Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings Standings IPL 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive with a seven-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 45 of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Sunday, May 3, 2026.
The victory takes KKR to seven points from nine matches and keeps them in contention for a top-four finish as the league stage enters its final phase.
Kolkata now face a demanding run of five remaining matches, including away fixtures against Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, along with home games against Gujarat Titans, Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals.
To secure a playoff spot, KKR are likely to need at least 16 points, which means winning all their remaining matches to reach a maximum of 17 points. Their qualification could also depend on net run rate if multiple teams finish level on points.
Teams such as Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans remain direct competitors in the mid-table race, while Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are currently better placed near the top.
KKR will also need to improve their net run rate through convincing wins to strengthen their chances in a closely contested standings table.
The latest result has revived Kolkata’s campaign, leaving them with a clear path that requires consistent performances in the remaining fixtures.
