The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 playoffs are set, featuring four teams: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Gujarat Titans (GT), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), and Rajasthan Royals (RR). RCB topped the league stage with 18 points, thanks to a better net run rate compared to GT and SRH. Rajasthan Royals clinched the final playoff spot after defeating Mumbai Indians by 30 runs, eliminating Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders from contention. The playoff schedule is as follows: Qualifier 1 will be held on May 26 at 7:30 PM IST in Dharamsala, where RCB will face GT. The Eliminator match is on May 27 at 7:30 PM IST in Chandigarh, featuring SRH against RR. Qualifier 2 is set for May 29 at the same venue, while the final will take place on May 31 at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, starting at 7:30 PM IST. Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings are the most successful teams in IPL history, each with five titles.