Which Team Will Play IPL 2025 Qualifier 1 and Eliminator?

The 18th season of the Indian Premier League 2025 is full of fire, and the Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans match proved it again. A loud argument between DC star batter Ashutosh Sharma and GT’s Ishant Sharma in the 19th over made this tournament more intense. Fans are excited about the playoffs as we are halfway through this league. Punjab Kings, GT, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and DC are chasing hard for Qualifier 1 spots, while others are trying their best to be in that top 4.

There is a week specially for the playoffs in IPL, as the playoffs are played in a unique format, which makes this tournament more interesting and competitive.

In this article, we have covered a detailed analysis of the IPL playoffs and teams that are likely to play in the IPL 2025 Qualifiers and Eliminator.

Who Will Play IPL 2025 Qualifier 1?

We are already halfway through the IPL 2025 season, and the league is heading toward the playoffs. The teams that finish at the top of the standings will get an advantage, as they will face each other in the first playoff match, known as Qualifier 1. The team that wins this match goes straight into the finals of IPL 2025, getting a step closer to winning the trophy. The team that loses this match will get another chance in Qualifier 2 to reach the final.

DC and GT are currently at the top with 10 points in just 7 matches. Their chances of playing the qualifier 1 are pretty high as their team is in really good form and they are doing well in all three 3 departments, whether it's batting, bowling, or fielding. Qualifier 1 will be full of climax; whichever team plays, fans will get some of the best cricketing action.

The Qualifier 1 will be played on 20th May, 2025, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, 7:30 PM IST.

Who Will Play the IPL 2025 Eliminator?

The IPL 2025 Eliminator is a knockout match in which everything will be on the line. It’s played between the third and fourth teams on the points table. The winner of this match moves on to play the next match of the playoffs, that is Qualifier 2, keeping their dream of the final alive. The losing team gets out of the tournament, as it’s a must-win game for both teams.

Teams like LSG, PBKS and RCB are top contenders for these spots as they already have 10 points under their name.

Even all the other remaining teams will try their best to get their tickets to the playoffs as well.

The Eliminator will be packed with drama, as players will battle hard to stay in the race and give their fans something to cheer about.

The Eliminator will be played on 21st May, 2025, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, 7:30 PM IST.

Schedule of IPL 2025 Playoffs: