CSK are on the verge of IPL 2023 playoffs qualification.

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At this stage of the IPL 2023 season, the defending champions GT are sitting comfortably at the top of the points table, and are only one win away from securing a playoff spot. If they beat the Mumbai Indians in their next match on May 12th, they will guarantee themselves a top-two finish, with only CSK able to surpass their points tally of 18. GT’s remaining fixtures include games against Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Meanwhile, CSK’s 27-run win over the Delhi Capitals on May 10th has put them in a strong position to qualify for the playoffs. With a total of 16 points from 11 matches, the four-time champions only need one more win to confirm their spot in the top-four. If they win one of their two remaining games against Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals, they will reach 17 points, which should be enough to qualify. However, if they manage to win both matches, they will secure a top-two finish. In case they end up with 15 points, they would still have a chance of qualification, provided that other results go their way.

The mid-table is currently congested, with just two points separating third-placed Mumbai Indians and eighth-placed Punjab Kings. Sunrisers Hyderabad, who are ninth, have 8 points but have a game in hand. Their chances of making it to the top-four or falling away will become clearer as the season progresses.

On the other hand, the Delhi Capitals have had a disappointing season so far, with just four wins from 11 matches. Although they managed to win four of their last five games, their loss against CSK has left them in a precarious position. With just three matches remaining, they can only reach a maximum of 14 points, which would only be enough for qualification if multiple other results go their way. They will need CSK to beat Kolkata Knight Riders, and they will have to win all three of their remaining games against the Punjab Kings and the Royal Challengers Bangalore. DC’s low net run-rate (-0.645) further complicates their chances, especially as they face the Punjab Kings in two of their remaining fixtures.

One of the most interesting aspects of the IPL 2023 league stage is the intense competition in the middle of the points table. At the time of writing, the Mumbai Indians, the Royal Challengers Bangalore, and the Kolkata Knight Riders are all in contention for the remaining two playoff spots. All three teams have 12 points each, but the Mumbai Indians have a better net run-rate, which puts them in third place.

The Royal Challengers Bangalore, who started the season strongly, have struggled in recent matches, losing five of their last six games. However, they still have three matches remaining, and their fate is in their own hands. If they can win all three of their remaining matches against the Sunrisers Hyderabad, the Gujarat Titans, and the Delhi Capitals, they will secure a playoff spot.

The Kolkata Knight Riders have also had a mixed season so far, with six wins and five losses from 11 matches. They have a crucial match against CSK on May 14th, and if they can win that, they will be in a strong position to qualify. They will also need to beat the Rajasthan Royals and hope that other results go their way.

The Punjab Kings, who are currently in eighth place with 10 points, also have an outside chance of making it to the playoffs. They will need to win all three of their remaining matches against the Delhi Capitals and the Sunrisers Hyderabad, and hope that other results go their way.

Overall, the IPL 2023 league stage is shaping up to be a thrilling contest, with several teams still in contention for the playoff spots. The next few matches will be crucial, as each team will be looking to secure their place in the top four.

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