IPL 2025 Points Table: Mumbai Indians Jump Up After 4th Straight Win | Orange Cap & Purple Cap Standings
IPL 2025 Points Table, Orange Cap, Purple Cap: With 4th Straight Win, Mumbai Indians Jump To Top Half
The 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is heating up as Mumbai Indians (MI) registered their fourth consecutive win, shaking up the points table and surging into the top half of the standings. The five-time champions, known for their resilience, are now showing signs of returning to their dominant form after a sluggish start to the tournament.
In this article, we’ll break down:
- The latest IPL 2025 points table
- Current holders of the Orange Cap and Purple Cap
- Match highlights of MI’s recent victory
- Analysis of key performers
- What this means for the road ahead
Latest Orange Cap and Purple Cap Standings – IPL 2025
As of April 24, 2025, the IPL 2025 points table sees a reshuffle following Mumbai Indians’ solid win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Here’s how the teams stack up now:
| Rank | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rajasthan Royals | 6 | 5 | 1 | 10 | +1.342 |
| 2 | Chennai Super Kings | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 | +0.725 |
| 3 | Mumbai Indians | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 | +0.612 |
| 4 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 | +0.498 |
| 5 | Gujarat Titans | 6 | 3 | 3 | 6 | +0.134 |
| 6 | Lucknow Super Giants | 6 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -0.029 |
| 7 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 | -0.412 |
| 8 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 | -0.612 |
| 9 | Delhi Capitals | 6 | 1 | 5 | 2 | -0.932 |
| 10 | Punjab Kings | 6 | 1 | 5 | 2 | -1.021 |
📌 Source: IPL Official Website
With this win, Mumbai leapfrogged into third place, thanks to a healthy Net Run Rate (NRR). If they continue this momentum, a top-two finish—and a vital advantage in the playoffs—could be within reach.
What the Updated Points Table Means for the Playoffs
The race for the Orange Cap, awarded to the top run-scorer of the season, has intensified. Here are the current leaders:
| Rank | Player | Team | Matches | Runs | Avg | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jos Buttler | Rajasthan Royals | 6 | 346 | 57.66 | 149.56 |
| 2 | Ruturaj Gaikwad | CSK | 6 | 314 | 52.33 | 142.22 |
| 3 | Suryakumar Yadav | MI | 6 | 305 | 50.83 | 159.88 |
| 4 | Shubman Gill | GT | 6 | 293 | 48.83 | 137.43 |
| 5 | KL Rahul | LSG | 6 | 280 | 46.66 | 132.00 |
Suryakumar Yadav’s blistering form has been pivotal to Mumbai’s resurgence. His recent 78* off 45 balls against RCB not only won the match but also catapulted him to third in the Orange Cap race.
💜 Purple Cap Standings – IPL 2025
Bowling has become increasingly crucial in the second half of the IPL. Here are the top wicket-takers currently competing for the Purple Cap:
| Rank | Player | Team | Matches | Wickets | Avg | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jasprit Bumrah | MI | 6 | 15 | 13.20 | 6.55 |
| 2 | Rashid Khan | GT | 6 | 14 | 14.71 | 6.85 |
| 3 | Yuzvendra Chahal | RR | 6 | 13 | 15.23 | 7.11 |
| 4 | Deepak Chahar | CSK | 6 | 12 | 16.00 | 7.24 |
| 5 | Harshal Patel | RCB | 6 | 11 | 18.00 | 7.43 |
Jasprit Bumrah, often hailed as one of the best T20 bowlers globally, now leads the Purple Cap chart. His ability to bowl accurate yorkers in the death overs has been a game-changer for Mumbai this season.
🔥 Match Recap: MI vs RCB – A Dominant Display
Mumbai Indians defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 7 wickets in their latest outing. RCB, batting first, posted a modest 152/8 in their 20 overs. Bumrah’s 3-wicket haul, supported by Piyush Chawla’s spin magic, restricted the run flow.
In response, MI chased the target comfortably, with Yadav and Ishan Kishan putting up a quick-fire 100-run partnership. The win was sealed in just 17.3 overs.
💬 What Experts Are Saying
Cricket pundits have been impressed with Mumbai’s comeback. Former India captain Sourav Ganguly remarked on a post-match show:
“Mumbai Indians are peaking at the right time. Their core players are performing, and Bumrah is in a league of his own.”
Meanwhile, Kevin Pietersen, speaking on JioCinema, noted:
“The Orange Cap might be headed Suryakumar’s way if he continues this form.”
🗓️ What’s Next for Mumbai Indians?
Mumbai’s next fixture is against Delhi Capitals, who are currently languishing at the bottom of the table. A fifth straight win could further solidify MI’s position and demoralize weaker teams.
📊 Key Stats – IPL 2025 So Far
- Highest Team Total: Rajasthan Royals – 225/4
- Lowest Team Total: Punjab Kings – 108 all out
- Most Sixes (Team): Chennai Super Kings – 68 sixes
- Most Fours (Player): Shubman Gill – 38 fours
- Fastest 50: Jos Buttler – 19 balls
🏁 Final Thoughts
The 2025 edition of the IPL is shaping up to be one of the most thrilling in recent years. With Mumbai Indians now finding their rhythm, other teams will need to step up or risk falling behind. The Orange and Purple Cap battles are adding to the drama, making every match worth watching.
Cricket fans can follow the official IPL website for daily updates, match highlights, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content.
As Mumbai marches on, one thing is clear: the IPL 2025 trophy race is wide open—and we’re all here for it.
