The IPL 2026 continues to take shape this week, running from 6 to 12 April, with the early table beginning to separate contenders from those still finding their rhythm. After nine matches delivered plenty of thrills last week, the standings now offer a clearer picture: 11 games have been completed so far in the new season, and four franchises have already posted early wins in their quest for playoff berths.
Key takeaways
- Four teams—Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Rajasthan Royals, Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings—have started with two wins from their first two matches.
- Chennai Super Kings are yet to register a victory and sit at the bottom after losing their opening three games.
- Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujarat Titans have also remained winless, each having lost twice after nine days of play.
- Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants have each earned one win and will be pushing for top-four movement this week.
- This week’s slate includes a Monday clash at Eden Gardens where KKR host Punjab Kings, and a Friday double featuring Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Guwahati.
Early standings: who’s flying and who’s stuck
With two wins in two outings, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have made a strong early statement. Rajasthan Royals, Delhi Capitals and last season’s runners-up Punjab Kings have followed suit, establishing themselves among the leading sides for playoff qualification.
On the other end of the spectrum, three teams are still searching for their first victory after the opening stretch. Chennai Super Kings remain without a win following three consecutive defeats. Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujarat Titans have joined them in the winless group, each carrying two losses into the next round of fixtures.
There is better news for the mid-pack. Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants have all opened their accounts with a win apiece, and this week could prove pivotal as they look to pressure the teams occupying the top four positions.
IPL 2026 matches this week (6–12 April)
The coming days are packed with matchups that could swing the points race quickly, starting with a Monday encounter where Kolkata Knight Riders welcome Punjab Kings at Eden Gardens, with both sides eager to make a statement and halt recent momentum issues.
Tuesday brings a trip to Guwahati, where Rajasthan Royals will take on Mumbai Indians in a high-profile contest. On Wednesday, Gujarat Titans head to Delhi to face Delhi Capitals, with the visitors targeting their first win of the season.
Thursday sees Kolkata Knight Riders play their fourth match of the campaign at home, squaring off with Lucknow Super Giants as they aim to build momentum. Then on Friday, two in-form teams clash in Guwahati, with Rajasthan Royals meeting Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
The weekend begins with Saturday’s double-header. Punjab Kings face Sunrisers Hyderabad in New Chandigarh, while Chennai Super Kings host Delhi Capitals in Chennai. Sunday follows with more action: Lucknow Super Giants take on Gujarat Titans, and Mumbai Indians line up against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Full schedule for IPL 2026 this week (6–12 April)
- April 6 (Monday): Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings — 7:30 PM IST — Kolkata
- April 7 (Tuesday): Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians — 7:30 PM IST — Guwahati
- April 8 (Wednesday): Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans — 7:30 PM IST — Delhi
- April 9 (Thursday): Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants — 7:30 PM IST — Kolkata
- April 10 (Friday): Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru — 7:30 PM IST — Guwahati
- April 11 (Saturday): Punjab Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad — 3:30 PM IST — New Chandigarh
- April 11 (Saturday): Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals — 7:30 PM IST — Chennai
- April 12 (Sunday): Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans — 3:30 PM IST — Lucknow
- April 12 (Sunday): Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru — 7:30 PM IST — Mumbai
