IPL 2024 playoffs qualification scenarios are now coming to a conclusion with two teams vying for the fourth spot.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) defeated Mumbai Indians but are now out of contention due to a negative net run rate.
Now, Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru will fight for the remaining spot tomorrow.
Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad have qualified for the playoffs as of now.
Delhi Capitals (14 points), Lucknow Super Giants (14), Gujarat Titans (12), Punjab Kings (10), Mumbai Indians (8) are out of contention.
Chennai Super Kings (14 points)
CSK presently occupy 4th place on the points table and they now must clinch a win against RCB in their final league-stage game to qualify.
To secure a top-two finish, Gaikwad's team will need both RR and SRH to suffer defeats in their remaining league-stage matches.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (12 Points)
RCB will not only need to triumph over CSK, but they must also narrow the NRR margin by aiming to chase a 200-run target in 18.1 overs or secure an 18-run victory if they bat first and aim to defend the same score.
Remaining IPL 2024 matches schedule:
May 17: Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants
May 18: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Chennai Super Kings
May 19: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings & Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders
May 21: Qualifier 1
May 22: Eliminator
May 24: Qualifier 2
May 26: Final