PBKS, DC Qualification Scenario: How Punjab, Delhi Can Qualify For IPL Playoffs 2025 After PBKS vs DC
Published - 09 May 2025, 12:02 AM | Updated - 09 May 2025, 12:17 PM
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Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) are in a spot of bother in terms of qualification after their game got abandoned. Both the teams, who have a fair chance of qualifying, will now have to go back to the drawing board and find out the plans to go ahead.
Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) clashed with each other in the 58th game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The match between the two teams took place at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on Thursday (8th May).
Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals game called off
The match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 was called off due to cross-border tensions. The game was possible for only 10.1 overs, and it saw both teams sharing one point each.
Punjab Kings (PBKS) won the toss and opted to bat first. Openers in Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya came out all guns blazing and put pressure on the Delhi Capitals bowlers right from the start. Both continued their good form and slammed magnificent half-centuries.
While Priyansh Arya was back in the hut after scoring 70 runs off 35 balls, Prabhsimran Singh was unbeaten at 50 runs off 28 balls. They added 122 runs for the opening partnership in 10.1 overs before the game got called off due to the floodlight failure and cross-border tensions.
Here's how Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals can qualify for IPL 2025 playoffs
Punjab Kings, after the abandoned game, moved to third on the points table with 7 wins and 3 losses from their 12 games. The Shreyas Iyer-led have 16 points and to qualify for the playoffs, they just need to win one of their remaining two games in the tournament.
However, if they lose both their games, they will still have a strong chance to qualify as they have already reached the 16-point. But, considering the competition in the league, their qualification at 16 points will depend on NRR and the results of other games.
On the other hand, Delhi Capitals are in a real spot of bother. They are fifth on the points table with 6 wins, 14 points, and 4 losses from 12 games. To ensure the smooth qualification, the Axar Patel-led side needs to win both their remaining games, as it will take them to 18 points.
However, if they lose one game and win one, they will have a chance, but it will depend on the results of other matches and NRR. If they lose both their games, then it would mean curtains for them in the tournament.
Next matches of PBKS and DC in the IPL 2025
Punjab Kings will be next seen in action when they take on Mumbai Indians on 11th May. The match will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. They will play their last league game against Rajasthan Royals at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on 16th May.
On the other hand, Delhi Capitals will next play Gujarat Titans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on 11th May. And then will be locking horns with Mumbai Indians on 15th May at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
Also Read: Breaking: PBKS vs DC Called Off Due To Security Reasons After Pakistan Attacks India
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