Mumbai Indians' Playoff Hopes Remain Despite Poor Start

Mumbai Indians (MI) have won only 3 matches out of 10 matches played so far in IPL 2026. But even after this, the team can qualify for the playoffs. Let us explain all the equations. At present, Punjab Kings is in the first position in the points table with 13 points from 9 matches, while RCB is in the second position with 12 points and a net run rate of + 1.420. Hyderabad, Rajasthan and Gujarat Titans all have 12-12 points and are in the third, fourth and fifth positions respectively. In mid-table, Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals are in the sixth and seventh positions with 8 points each from 9 matches. KKR is in the eighth position with 7 points. At the same time, Mumbai Indians is in the ninth position with only 3 wins and 6 points from 10 matches, while Lucknow Super Giants is at the bottom with 4 points. After 10 points in IPL, 16 teams have reached the playoffs, but sometimes 14 teams have reached the playoffs.