In the playoff race of IPL 2025, the sword hangs on these two teams, make every match or die match!

IPL 2025, which was postponed due to India-Pakistan tension, is now going to start again from 17 May. After the situation became normal, the BCCI has decided to resume it. The first match of the tournament will be played between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Kolkata Knight Riders. The final match will be held on 3 June. However, there are two teams for which every next match has become like or die.

IPL 2025: Next match for KKR is very important

Kolkata Knight Riders have played 12 matches so far, in which they have won 5 and lost 6. One match was canceled due to rain. In such a situation, KKR now has only two matches left. If the team loses a single match, then their dream of reaching the playoffs may break. The next match is to play against RCB on 17 May, which can prove to be decisive for the team.

IPL 2025: LSG will have to win all three matches

Lucknow Super Giants have played 11 matches so far, in which they have won 5 and lost 6. The team captained by Rishabh Pant will have to win the remaining three matches to stay in the playoff race. His next match will be against Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 19, which has already been out of the playoff race.

These teams have been out of the tournament in IPL 2025

So far, three teams from IPL 2025 – Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad have been out. His performance was very disappointing this season. The rest of the teams are now trying hard to strengthen their position in the playoff race.