The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season has been a rollercoaster ride, and the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) find themselves in a precarious position. With only two points and a dismal Net Run Rate (NRR) of -1.046, they are currently at the bottom of the points table. However, all hope is not lost for Virat Kohli’s men. Let’s delve into the possible scenarios and permutations that could see RCB make a remarkable comeback and secure a playoff spot.
The Basic Qualification Scenario
RCB needs to treat every upcoming match as a knockout. Their remaining fixtures include crucial clashes against:
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
If RCB wins all six of these matches, they will accumulate 12 points, taking them to 14 overall in the standings. However, even 14 points might not prove to be enough if they are tied with one or more teams with the same amount of points, as their NRR has already taken a severe beating.
LSG vs SRH – LSG to win
SRH to lose one match
LSG vs MI – MI to win
LSG vs DC – DC to win
CSK to lose vs GT & RRRCB to win all their matches with good rate for IPL 2024 playoffs, hope for the best
RCB Qualification Scenarios 2024
If RCB Vs CSK turns out to be a knockout match: – RCB will need to win by 18 runs or chase in 18.1 overs to surpass CSK’s NRR.
- Punjab Kings (PBKS): PBKS cannot win more than four out of their remaining six league games.
- Delhi Capitals (DC) and Mumbai Indians (MI): DC and MI should win no more than three of their remaining six league games.
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Gujarat Titans (GT): CSK and GT should win no more than two of their remaining six league games.
- Lucknow Super Giants (LSG): LSG should win no more than one of their remaining six league games.
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH): Lastly, KKR and SRH should win more than one of their remaining seven league games
The NRR Challenge
Despite these permutations, RCB faces another hurdle—their second-worst NRR in the league. To sum up, RCB must hope that all the above scenarios go their way, with the six teams above them suffering heavy defeats while they themselves earn handsome wins.
In the unpredictable world of cricket, anything can happen. Let’s hope RCB turns the tide and stages a remarkable comeback to qualify for the playoffs! 🏏🤞
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