Momentum Shifted: Delhi, Gujarat, Punjab & LSG Dominate the Mid-Season Charts

As the IPL 2025 season hits the halfway mark, the table has seen major shakeups. While some franchises have exceeded expectations, others are struggling to find momentum. Here’s a detailed look at 4 teams on the rise and 4 facing setbacks with their performace.

Gujarat Titans (GT)

So far, GT has 4 wins and 1 loss, giving them a green Net Run Rate (NRR) of +1.413. Sai Sudharsan's batting performance and Mohammed Siraj's effective bowling have worked wonders for their success. 

 Delhi Capitals (DC)

Delhi Capitals remains unbeaten under Axar's captaincy, winning 4 games and having an NRR of + 1.278. Their strong start can be attributed to KL Rahul's captaincy and form. 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)

RCB has won 3 out of 5 matches. Currently, they have a positive NRR of +0.539. Battling teams aggressively has allowed them to become the fastest scoring team this season.

Punjab Kings (PBKS)

PBKS bolsters a 3 wins streak from 4 games played, edging to a Net Run Rate of +0.289. Rising star Priyansh Arya has increased the collision power of the squad.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)

LSG has 3 victories out of 5, coupled with a NRR of +0.078. Their heavy hitters Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsht, lead the run supports, making them lethal. 

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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

At the moment, KKR stands at 2 wins and 3 losses giving them a Net Run Rate of -0.056. For the defending champions, these results place them at Although they are the defending champions, they still seem to be struggling with finding their form.

Rajasthan Royals (RR)

RR is struggling to find their form this season, having won only 2 out of their 5 matches and retaining an NRR of -0.733. Although Jofra Archer's return to form is promising, the team needs more collective efforts to improve their standing in the tournament.

Mumbai Indians (MI)

MI only claiming a single win out of their 5 matches, leaving them in an unfortunate position at the bottom half of the table. This has resulted in them sitting on an NRR of -0.010. Their inconsistent performances throughout the tournament have put them in dire straits.

 Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

Injuries have also plagued the Super Kings this season, with the most notable being Ruturaj Gaikwad’s elbow fracture. This means CSK will likely be struggling throughout the season, having only 1 win out of 5, with an NRR of -0.889.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)

 Struggling to find any momentum this season, SRH has only managed to claim 1 win out of 5 matches, coming in with the lowest NRR of -1.629. They are finding it difficult to establish any rhythm moving forward this season.