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IPL 2026: Royals Suffer Upset, Hyderabad Climbs Table
26 Apr
Summary
- Sunrisers Hyderabad moved to third place, surpassing Rajasthan Royals on net run rate.
- Punjab Kings achieved a record run chase to maintain their top position.
- Abhishek Sharma leads the Orange Cap race after Saturday's matches.
In the IPL 2026 season, Sunrisers Hyderabad ascended to third place in the points table, narrowly edging out Rajasthan Royals on net run rate. Both teams now hold 10 points after their recent encounter.
Earlier on Saturday, Punjab Kings successfully completed a remarkable run chase against Delhi Capitals, a feat that saw them maintain their dominant position at the top of the league. Delhi Capitals remained in sixth place following this narrow defeat.
Individually, the Orange Cap saw multiple changes, with Abhishek Sharma of Sunrisers Hyderabad ultimately finishing the day at the top of the run-scorers list. The Purple Cap standings witnessed Jofra Archer and Eshan Malinga making upward movements, while Anshul Kamboj continued to lead the wicket-takers.
