Started off with the match between Kolkata Knight Riders versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru on 22nd March, IPL 2025 has almost reached its halfway point. While you can never know which team will win the league this year, many fans still find it fascinating to predict who or whether their favourite team will win. Betting odds are one of the interesting factors to look at. They are set by bookmakers based on the past statistics and ongoing performances, as well as how many people are staking on certain outcomes.
Pre-League Analysis
According to BettingGuide’s pre-league odds analysis, the Mumbai Indians had the highest chance of winning. The estimated winning probability was 18.18%, which translates to 5.50 odds. The second favourite team was Chennai Super Kings with 14.29% probability, followed by Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad, both of which had 11.11%.
The high estimate of the Mumbai Indians was most likely based on their past performance. The team had won the tournament five times before, which makes them one of the top IPL winning teams aside from the Chennai Super Kings.
Halfway Analysis
As of 22nd April, the odds have changed since the beginning of the league and are now showing different teams in the top probability positions than before. Gujarat Titans have the lowest odds, which means betting sites think the team are most likely to win. Their probability is 21.74% followed by Royal Challengers Bangalore with 19.05%, while Mumbai Indian’s odds and probability remain.
Source: IPL 2025 Winner Betting Odds – Outright IPL Cup Rate
Team Performance From 22/04/2025
Here is an analysis of each team’s performance based on the points table for the 2025 season. In summary, GT are the standout performers, followed by strong showings from DC, RCB, PBKS, and LSG. The bottom four teams, KKR, RR, SRH, and CSK, are underperforming and need improvement to climb the table.
Gujarat Titans (GT)
Gujarat Titans have been consistent and are leading the table with 6 wins out of 8 matches and a strong Net Run Rate (NRR) of 1.104. Their form is excellent and they are clear favourites at this stage.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
With 5 wins in 7 matches, Delhi Capitals are second with an NRR of 0.589. Despite two losses, their overall form is positive with recent back-to-back wins.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
Royal Challengers Bangalore have also secured 5 wins in 8 matches, holding an NRR of 0.472. Their recent form has alternated between wins and losses, showing some inconsistency but maintaining a strong position.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Tied in wins and points with RCB, Punjab Kings have a marginal NRR (0.177). Their performance is decent, but their NRR suggests some closer games; recent form is slightly mixed.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Lucknow Super Giants is also with 5 wins out of 8. They are close behind, but their NRR is just 0.088. LSG have shown a good recent streak, with three wins in their last four matches.
Mumbai Indians (MI)
With an even record of 4 wins and 4 losses, Mumbai Indians stand sixth with an NRR of 0.483. They had a good run recently, but have just faced consecutive losses.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Having won only 3 out of 8 matches, Kolkata Knight Riders sit seventh, NRR at 0.212. Their recent form is poor, with only one win in the last five games.
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
With just 2 wins from 8 and an NRR of -0.633, Rajasthan Royals are struggling, though they won their most recent game after a string of losses.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
Sunrisers Hyderabad have 2 wins in 7 matches and a low NRR of -1.217. Their form is lacklustre with multiple losses in recent games.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
At the bottom, Chennai Super Kings have 2 wins in 8 games and the worst NRR (-1.392). They have lost their last three games, indicating a difficult season so far.
Who Are the Gujarat Titans?
Gujarat Titans are known for assembling a strong squad, featuring both international stars and promising Indian talent. For the IPL 2025 season, the team built a 25-player squad with significant acquisitions such as Jos Buttler, Mohammad Siraj, and Kagiso Rabada, and retained key players like Rashid Khan and Shubman Gill, aiming for a successful campaign in the tournament.
