IPL playoff scenarios: A breakdown of 14 additional games and over 16,000 possibilities in 10 points | Cricket News

With just 14 games left to be played in the league stage of IPL 2024, the race for the playoffs is heating up with over 16,000 possible combinations of match results still in play. No team is yet certain of making the playoffs, and no team is totally ruled out either.

Currently, the Kolkata Knight Riders are leading the table with a 36% chance of finishing as sole toppers and a 62.5% chance of being at least tied for the first spot on points. However, they are still not guaranteed a spot in the playoffs, as a series of losses could see them tied fourth with other teams.

The Rajasthan Royals are in a similar position with a 36% chance of being sole toppers and a 62.5% chance of being tied for the first spot on points. Like KKR, they are not assured of a playoff spot yet.

The Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Lucknow Super Giants also have decent chances of making it to the top four, but the competition is fierce with no team having a clear advantage.

On the other hand, teams like Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans, and Mumbai Indians are facing an uphill battle to secure a playoff spot.

Overall, the race for the playoffs in IPL 2024 is wide open, with every match result having the potential to shake up the standings. Fans can expect an exciting finish to the league stage as teams battle it out for a spot in the playoffs.