In a thrilling run-feast at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) claimed victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 6 wickets in Match 70. Chasing a tall target of 228 runs, RCB made a different display with the bat, scoring 230/4 in 18.4 overs for a comfortable win.

Lucknow Super Giants scored an impactful 227/3 in 20 overs with their openers and batsmen well set. However, RCB took nothing away; RCB chased the target in just over 18 overs with a very entertaining innings of adventure at the bat.

With this important win, RCB has now moved into the top 2 of the points table and will be in Qualifier 1 against Punjab Kings (PBKS) on May 29 and has an opportunity to secure a direct entry into the IPL 2025 Final.

Latest IPL 2025 Points Table:

As of May 27, 2025, following the match between the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the updated IPL 2025 points table is as follows:

 Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Mumbai Indians have officially qualified for the playoffs.

Also read: WATCH: Dhruv Jurel speaks aura of Hardik Pandya in dressing room

Orange & Purple Cap in IPL 2025

Orange Cap (Most Runs):

• B Sai Sudharsan - 679 Runs
• Shubman Gill - 649 Runs
• Surya Kumar Yadav - 640 Runs

Purple Cap (Most Wickets):

• Noor Ahmad - 24 Wickets
• Prasidh Krishna - 23 Wickets
• Trent Boult - 19 wickets

The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) crushed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 68 of IPL 2025 with a crushing 110-run victory. SRH batted first and scored a monstrous 278/3 in 20 overs, which is one of the highest scores in IPL history. KKR made a mess of the chase and were bowled out for 168 runs in 18.4 overs. 

Latest IPL 2025 Points Table:

As of May 25, 2025, following the match between the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the updated IPL 2025 points table is as follows:

 Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Mumbai Indians have officially qualified for the playoffs.

Here is the updated IPL 2025 Points Table (after 13 or 14 matches played by each team):

Also read:  Top 3 reasons why Kolkata Knight Riders Lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025 Match 68

Orange & Purple Cap in IPL 2025

Orange Cap (Most Runs):

• B Sai Sudharsan - 679 Runs
• Shubman Gill - 649 Runs
• Surya Kumar Yadav - 583 Runs

Purple Cap (Most Wickets):

• Noor Ahmad - 24 Wickets
• Prasidh Krishna - 23 Wickets
• Trent Boult - 19 wickets

In Match 66 of IPL 2025, the Delhi Capitals (DC) claimed an emotion-laden win over the Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 6 wickets with 3 balls remaining. Chasing a monumental target of 207 set by the Kings, the Capitals completed an impressive chase of 208/4 after 19.3 overs.

Latest IPL 2025 Points Table:

As of May 24, 2025, following the match between the Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC), the updated IPL 2025 points table is as follows:

 Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Mumbai Indians have officially qualified for the playoffs.

Here is the updated IPL 2025 Points Table (after 13 or 14 matches played by each team):

Also read: Top 3 reasons why Punjab Kings Lost to Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025 Match 66

Orange & Purple Cap in IPL 2025

Orange Cap (Most Runs):

• B Sai Sudharsan - 638 Runs
• Shubman Gill - 636 Runs
• Surya Kumar Yadav - 583 Runs

Purple Cap (Most Wickets):

• Noor Ahmad - 21 Wickets
• Prasidh Krishna - 21 Wickets
• Trent Boult - 19 wickets

In Match 65 of IPL 2025, the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) put up an impressive display as they defeated the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by 42 runs. After winning the toss and batting first, the Sunrisers made a deafening total of 231/6 in 20 overs with the help of an explosive 94 not out off just 48 balls by Ishan Kishan. While the Royal Challengers made a solid start, finishing on 189 all out in 19.5 overs. 

Latest IPL 2025 Points Table:

As of May 23, 2025, following the match between the Royal Challengers Bangaluru (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), the updated IPL 2025 points table is as follows:

 Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Mumbai Indians have officially qualified for the playoffs.

Also read: When and Where to watch Indian Test team announcement?

Orange & Purple Cap in IPL 2025

Orange Cap (Most Runs):

• B Sai Sudharsan - 638 Runs
• Shubman Gill - 636 Runs
• Surya Kumar Yadav - 583 Runs

Purple Cap (Most Wickets):

• Noor Ahmad - 21 Wickets
• Prasidh Krishna - 21 Wickets
• Trent Boult - 19 wickets

Match 64 Summary – IPL 2025
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Date: May 22, 2025

Lucknow Super Giants delivered a commanding performance to defeat Gujarat Titans by 33 runs. Batting first, LSG posted a mammoth total of 235/2 in 20 overs, showcasing explosive batting throughout the innings. In reply, Gujarat Titans fought hard but could only manage 202/9 in 20 overs, falling short despite a spirited effort. With this win, LSG kept their slim playoff hopes alive, while GT’s momentum took a dent heading into the business end of the tournament.

Latest IPL 2025 Points Table:

As of May 22, 2025, following the match between the Gujarat Titans (GT) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), the updated IPL 2025 points table is as follows:

 Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Mumbai Indians have officially qualified for the playoffs.

Also read: IPL 2025: Probable Playing XI for RCB vs SRH

Orange & Purple Cap in IPL 2025

Orange Cap (Most Runs):

• B Sai Sudharsan - 638 Runs
• Shubman Gill - 636 Runs
• Surya Kumar Yadav - 583 Runs

Purple Cap (Most Wickets):

• Noor Ahmad - 21 Wickets
• Prasidh Krishna - 21 Wickets
• Trent Boult - 19 wickets

The IPL 2025 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), scheduled for May 17 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, was abandoned due to persistent rain, with no play possible. This no-result has significant implications for both teams: RCB moves to the top of the points table with 17 points, while KKR's playoff hopes are officially over, as they can now reach a maximum of only 14 points, insufficient for qualification.

Latest IPL 2025 Points Table:

As of May 17, 2025, following the match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the updated IPL 2025 points table is as follows:

Also read: IPL 2025 Playoff Scenario: What will happen if RCB vs KKR fame gets called off?

Orange & Purple Cap in IPL 2025

Orange Cap (Most Runs):

• SuryaKumar Yadav - 510 Runs
• B Sai Sudharsan - 509 Runs
• Shubman Gill - 508 Runs

Purple Cap (Most Wickets):

• Prasidh Krishna - 20 Wickets
• Josh Hazlewood - 18 wickets
• Trent Boult - 18 wickets

The 2025 IPL season has produced some exciting contests amongst the top teams. The competitiveness of the most popular T20 tournament has reached new heights. This edition has witnessed some of the finest individual performances. In this article, we discuss three players who are favourites to win the Orange Cap.

The players mentioned in this post have produced some of the finest T20 performances, showcasing their class with the bat with a mix of power and effortless timing. The players mentioned in the list possess different skill sets as far as their technique, temperament, and approach are concerned, as per different conditions and wickets, but they have showcased consistency at different levels. We take a look at these players in detail:

1. Suryakumar Yadav (Mumbai Indians)

"Sky", as he is fondly called, is undoubtedly amongst the finest T20 batters in world cricket. The 34-year-old has dominated the best bowlers in the 18th edition so far with his unorthodox and powerful batting style. The right-hander has stepped up during demanding situations, and his effortless strokeplay has been difficult to handle. 

He has so far scored 510 runs in 12 IPL games with an average of 63.75 and a strike rate of 170.56. His ability to hit the ball on the up is simply amazing, even on difficult batting wickets. His pick-up shot on the leg side is among his favorite shots. The Mumbai batter has scored 3 half centuries so in this season with a highest score of an unbeaten 68.

See Also: Former RCB player roped in as replacement of injured Devdutt Padikkal

2. Bhardwaj Sai Sudarshan (Gujarat Titans)

Sai Sudarshan has been among the most consistent run scorers for the Gujarat Titans. The 23-year-old Chennai-born batter has showcased a calm temperament in tough situations. The left-hander's batting is a mix of effortless strokeplay and placement. Sudarshan has showcased classic footwork while driving the ball and finding the gaps.

 His ability to attack the spinners highlights a fearless attitude to attack the bowlers at will. Sudarshan has scored 509 runs in 11 IPL games so far this season with an average of 46.27 and a strike rate of 153.31. He has scored 5 half-centuries with a highest score of 82 in the 2025 edition so far. The left-hander is surely amongst the favourites to win the Orange Cap.

3. Shubman Gill (Gujarat Titans)

The 25-year-old India opener has looked strong on all sides of the wicket, whether it is playing the square cuts, driving the ball, or pulling the ball. Gill has led the team impressively as a captain and has been the core of the Gujarat Titans' batting lineup. The Punjab-born has built his innings well, depending on the situation of every match.

Gill has worked hard on his wristwork, due to which his bottom hand grip allows him to play shots early. Gill has scored 508 runs in 11 IPL games so far with an average of 50.80 and a strike rate of 152.55. He has scored 5 half-centuries so far in the 2025 edition with a highest score of 90.

In Match 46 of the IPL 2025, Delhi Capitals (DC) faced off against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in a contest that showcased both batting prowess and tight bowling. With a prospect for playoff spots on the line, both teams delivered their best for an exciting clash for the fans. The victory went to RCB after chasing down a target of 163 with 4 wickets in 18.3 overs thanks to an unbeaten innings of 73 runs off 47 balls from Krunal Pandya.

Delhi Capitals Innings

The Delhi Capitals (DC) managed to post a respectable total of 162/8 at the conclusion of their innings. KL Rahul made a solid contribution of 41 runs off 39 balls to steady the innings. The middle order saw contributions from Tristan Stubbs, 34 runs off 18 balls, and Abishare Porel, 28 runs off 11 balls. However, the Royal Challengers Bangalore bowling attack performed well as Bhuvneshwar Kumar took 3/33 from 4 overs, and Josh Hazlewood collected 2/36, with Krunal Pandya supporting him with 1/28 on a small wicket that catered to bowlers.

Royal Challengers Bangalore Innings

In reply, Royal Challengers Bangalore chased 163 runs with four wickets remaining, ending with a score of 165/4 from 18.3 overs. Krunal Pandya was the player of the match with an unbeaten 73 runs off 47 balls, supported by a fluent 51 runs off 47 balls from Virat Kohli, before a late innings entry from Tim David, who ended with 19 runs off 20 balls. The DC bowlers will be happy that they managed to grab a few wickets, with Axar Patel taking 2/19 and Dushmantha Chameera 1/24. Vipraj Nigam ended not out on 0 runs from 12 balls, but the efforts from Pandya and Kohli got the job done.

Also Read: Top 3 reasons why Delhi Capitals Lost to Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2025 Match 46

DC vs RCB: Post Match Reactions

Krunal Pandya (POTM): Krunal was really excited about the win and said it was nice to see all of his hard work pay off. Krunal said he knew what his job was; if early wickets came, he had to build partnerships.  He said he spoke to Virat Kohli when he came out to bat during the chase and could not speak highly enough of him for helping him along. Krunal also mentioned how he improved his bowling this season, identifying how to change his pace and calculate the strengths of the batters. 

Rajat Patidar (RCB Captain): Patidar described it as a complete team performance and put a spotlight on the bowlers, which limited Capitals to 162. Patidar also said that it was a great honor to lead RCB and learn from so many experienced players.

Virat Kohli (Orange Cap Holder): Kohli praised the partnership with Krunal after they had been put under pressure when RCB lost early wickets at 25/3 and mentioned the importance of building partnerships in T20s. Kohli said you have to read situations carefully and build innings, which is key to today's game. He also thanked Tim David and Romario Shepherd for providing the explosive lower-order firepower that helped RCB and also credited the bowling unit, especially Josh Hazlewood and Krunal.

Axar Patel (DC Captain): Axar thought they were 10-15 runs short. He said that they had lost wickets early when batting was tough, and then once it got dewy, it eased conditions. He also explained that losing wickets while trying to accelerate hurt them, and the decision to send KL Rahul to bat at No. 4 was based on matchups and the shorter boundary.

Also Read:  IPL 2025, Match 45: Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants Full Match Highlights

Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore: Match Scorecard

Delhi Capitals – 162/8 (20 Overs)

Royal Challengers – 165/4 (18.3 Overs)

The thrilling IPL 2025 clash between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) ended in a dramatic tie, with Delhi eventually clinching victory in the Super Over. Batting first, Delhi Capitals posted a competitive total of 188/5 in 20 overs. Jake Fraser-McGurk led the charge with a blistering 96 off 64 balls, supported by Abishek Porel's 49 off 37. While Karun Nair was run out for a duck, KL Rahul contributed a steady 38 off 32. The late flourish came from Tristan Stubbs (34* off 18) and Axar Patel (34 off 14), pushing the total to 188.

Rajasthan Royals gave a strong reply, finishing their innings at 188/4 in 20 overs. Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed 51 off 37, while captain Sanju Samson retired hurt after a quickfire 31. Riyan Parag, Nitish Rana, and Dhruv Jurel chipped in with useful cameos, but it wasn’t enough to cross the line. Mitchell Starc and Kuldeep Yadav were the standout bowlers for Delhi. The match went down to the wire and ended in a tie, pushing it into a Super Over, where Delhi Capitals held their nerve and emerged victorious.

See Also: IPL 2025, Match 32: Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals Full Match Highlights

Latest IPL 2025 Points Table

Orange & Purple Cap in IPL 2025

Orange Cap (Most Runs):

• Nicholas Pooran  - 357 Runs
• B Sai Sudharsan -329 Runs
• Mitchell Marsh - 295 Runs

Purple Cap (Most Wickets):

• Noor Ahmad  - 12 Wickets
• Kuldeep Yadav - 11 Wickets
• Khaleel Ahmed - 11 Wickets

IPL 2024 has witnessed thrilling cricketing action, with players showcasing their skills on the grand stage. As the tournament progresses, the race for the Orange and Purple Caps intensifies, highlighting individual brilliance amidst team efforts.

Orange Cap Standings in IPL 2024

Virat Kohli’s remarkable consistency with the bat has been the highlight of IPL 2024. Leading from the front for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Kohli has silenced his critics with exceptional performances, accumulating a staggering 741 runs in 15 matches.

See Also: Pat Cummins reveals how Vettori’s decision helps in winning Qualifier 2

Despite Chennai Super Kings (CSK) exit from the playoffs, Ruturaj Gaikwad has been a revelation with the bat. Stepping into the captaincy role in place of MS Dhoni, Gaikwad has exhibited maturity beyond his years, amassing 583 runs in 14 matches.

Riyan Parag’s resurgence in IPL 2024 has been a delight for Rajasthan Royals (RR) fans. Finally living up to expectations, Parag has displayed maturity and composure under pressure, scoring 573 runs in 16 matches.

Travis Head’s aggressive style of play has made him a standout performer for his team. Head has consistently been among the most explosive batters in the league, accumulating 567 runs in 14 games.

Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson demonstrated his batting prowess this season, amassing 531 runs in 16 games. However, in Qualifier 2 against SRH, he fell short, scoring only 10 runs.

IPL 2024: Orange Cap

IPL 2024 Purple Cap Standings

Harshal Patel has been phenomenal for Punjab Kings, becoming the first bowler to reach the 20-wicket mark this season. With 24 wickets in 14 matches, Patel has been a standout performer, especially in the death overs.

Jasprit Bumrah remains one of the most feared bowlers in the IPL. With 20 wickets in 13 matches, his performance against KKR was another reminder of his class and consistency.

Varun Chakravarthy’s unique bowling style has once again proven to be effective. Despite a shaky start, he now ranks among the top wicket-takers with 20 wickets in 14 matches.

T. Natarajan has been a consistent wicket-taker for SRH, with 19 wickets in 13 games. His ability to deliver at crucial moments has made him a valuable player for the team.

Avesh Khan claimed 3 wickets in Qualifier 2 against SRH, placing him fifth on the wicket-takers list with 19 wickets in 16 matches. Despite his impressive performance, his journey in the tournament ended following a decisive defeat by SRH.

IPL 2024: Purple Cap