Well, the IPL has reached its halfway mark in 2025 and everything is still to play for. Each of the 10 teams is looking to secure a place in the playoffs. At the moment, the Gujarat Titans and Delhi Capitals march in front with 12 points each from eight matches. Closely behind with 10 apiece are the Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Lucknow Super Giants.
Former Indian cricketer Ambati Rayudu, who has shifted gears to become a commentator these days, finally made his prediction of who he thinks will make the first four this season in a video uploaded by Star Sports on X. Rayudu has won three IPL titles with two franchises, namely the Mumbai Indians and the Chennai Super Kings, and he mentioned Gujarat Titans, Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Mumbai Indians for the playoffs. Interestingly, he didn’t include the Delhi Capitals, who are really on fire right now. Under Axar Patel’s captaincy, they have already gained six wins from eight games.
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Recently, on April 22, their last match saw Delhi Capitals score 160 runs against Lucknow Super Giants, mainly due to performances from Abishek Porel and KL Rahul, who both scored fifties. The team won the match by 8 wickets, further boosting up their confidence.
So we had other cricket greats come out in support of Rayudu’s predictions regarding the playoff race. Anil Kumble, former Indian Test captain, picked Gujarat Titans, Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians, and either Punjab Kings or Royal Challengers Bengaluru for his top four. Aaron Finch, captain of Australia’s T20 World Cup-winning team, goes with Gujarat Titans, Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians, and Lucknow Super Giants. “For me, it will be Gujarat Titans, Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Mumbai Indians in playoffs,” said Mark Boucher former keeper of South Africa. And lastly, Mohammad Kaif believes that we will see Gujarat Titans, Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Punjab Kings in the top four.
All in all, there are remarks from every corner; therefore, the competition is hotting up, and fans can expect a fascinating second half of the season ahead. Who knows, maybe there will be a few surprises along the way!
