New Delhi, May 7 -- The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 playoffs race is going at full throttle and we are getting a better picture with each passing day. This article analyses the number of wins needed by the seven contenders to reach the playoffs.

18 points is enough for a team to reach the playoffs.

One win is enough for both Gujarat Titans (GT) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). RCB and GT have taken 16 points from 11 matches. Both teams have three matches to play, and given the form they have exhibited, it will be an epic meltdown if the two teams fail to reach the playoffs.

Punjab Kings (15 points) and Mumbai Indians (14 points) need two wins to be assured of a playoff spot. PBKS have three more matches to play, whereas MI h...