How can CSK qualify for IPL 2024 playoffs after loss to GT?

Chennai Super Kings suffered a heart-breaking loss to Gujarat Titans in match 59 of the Indian Premier League 2024

The loss did not bode well as they find themselves stuck in the middle-table muddle

CSK have 6 wins (12 points) in 12 matches and have a risk of crashing out from the tournament

However, here is how CSK can qualify for IPL 2024 playoffs

CSK face Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their last two matches - on May 12 and May 18

If CSK win both of their remaining matches, they will have 16 points

SRH are already on 14 points from 12 matches and two wins will take them clear of CSK now

CSK now find themselves on the same points (12) from the same number of matches (12) as what DC and LSG have

CSK face a challenge from SRH, DC and LSG now but still have their fate in their own hands

Even if SRH win both of their games, DC and LSG will cut each other's points as they have to face each other and only one of them will finish at a maximum of 16 points

CSK have a good Net run rate even after this loss. They have an NRR of +0.491. DC and LSG have NRRs of -0.316 and -0.769, respectively

DC or LSG would need huge wins if CSK win both of their games to stand a chance to pip them

CSK will almost be through if they win both their games