The Economic Times

IPL playoffs: RCB, SRH and GT qualified, leaving one berth for others; check possible qualifying outcomes for PBKS, CSK others

Sunrisers Hyderabad clinched an IPL 2026 playoff berth. They defeated Chennai Super Kings by five wickets. Ishan Kishan scored 70 runs. Pat Cummins took three wickets. This victory propels SRH into the knockout stages. Other teams now face crucial matches to secure their playoff chances. The playoff race intensifies for several franchises.