The teams finishing in the top two positions receive a significant advantage in the playoffs, as they compete in Qualifier 1, where the winner secures a direct place in the final.
The win takes RCB to top of the table tonight with 16 points from 12 games.
RCB now sit among the top contenders in the standings as have grabbed the opportunity to strengthen their grip at the top of the table with another victory.
KKR won the toss and are batting firat on the night in an encounter that has been delayed due to inclement weather tonight. However, no overs have been lost from the match.
Ajinkya Rahane-led KKR will look to extend their winning streak to five games in IPL 2026 when they take on RCB in Raipur today
The top spot on the points table will be on the line when RCB and KKR come face to face against each other in Raipur
JioHotstar in India will stream the IPL 2026 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders through its app and website
RCB and KKR will face each other for the first time at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur when they take the field for IPL 2026 Match 57 on Wednesday
RCB, with the win over MI in Raipur, have jumped to the top of the points table
Delhi Capitals, captained by Axar Patel, now occupy eighth place on the points table with four wins from 11 matches.
Delhi have struggled for momentum recently, managing just two wins in their last eight outings.
Despite their struggles, DC boast a highly talented squad capable of turning things around.
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Despite two consecutive losses, Punjab Kings continue to lead IPL 2026 points table with 13 points in nine matches
SRH couldn't take their tally to 14 as KKR continues their fight for the playoff spots with a 3rd straight win.
SRH managed to post 165 on the board courtesy of a brilliant display by KKR bowlers.
Narine is also the first overseas player to reach this milestone. Dwayne Bravo (183 wickets) is at second spot on the list
KKR are likely to receive a significant boost ahead of this fixture, with Matheesha Pathirana expected to make his debut for the franchise.
Fans can stream the IPL 2026 match live on the JioHotstar app and website.
The Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium has already staged four matches in the Indian Premier League 2026 season, with batting conditions proving highly favorable.