Gujarat Titans (GT), despite suffering a 33-run loss to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), remain on top of the IPL 2025 points table with 18 points. However, this setback has complicated their bid for a top-two finish. GT’s final league match is against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on May 25 at home. A victory in this match would take them to 20 points — a mark that would all but secure a top-two finish. But they’ll still have to keep an eye on how other contenders fare. What Needs to Happen for GT to Seal a Top-Two Finish: Beat CSK to move to 20 points. Hope either RCB or PBKS drop points. Both currently have 17 points and need to win both remaining games to overtake GT. RCB play SRH and LSG – teams that may be out of contention but can still cause upsets. PBKS face DC and MI, with MI especially dangerous as they too are chasing playoff momentum. If both RCB and PBKS win their last two matches, GT could finish third, even with 20 points. In summary: GT still have control over their fate but will need to beat CSK and rely on slip-ups from RCB or PBKS to ensure a top-two spot and the advantage of playing in Qualifier 1.
