RCB Reach Playoffs; Du Plessis Sets Captaincy Record

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have clinched their 10th IPL playoff berth, the third-highest in tournament history, and will face Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a relocated match after rain in Bengaluru. SRH, already eliminated from playoff contention, hope to end their season on a high note and build momentum for next year. In a pivotal IPL 2025 contest, Delhi Capitals are without captain Axar Patel due to illness, prompting veteran Faf du Plessis to step in and become the oldest player to captain Delhi and one of the select few to lead multiple IPL teams. The Delhi vs. Mumbai Indians match remains crucial, as both teams contend for the final playoff spot. The IPL season continues to see record-breaking performances, with Virat Kohli and Jos Buttler holding the record for most centuries in a single season at four each. These developments underscore the high stakes and exceptional talent that define the league.