IPL 2026 has quickly moved into an exciting second week with several teams showing strong early form. After the first few matches, Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings remain unbeaten, while Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have also started the tournament well.
Some teams such as Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders are still trying to find their best combination as the competition continues.
The week from April 6 to April 12 produced several thrilling moments. Fans witnessed close matches, strong individual performances and even a few interrupted games. A match between KKR and PBKS was affected, while Gujarat Titans and Delhi Capitals played a tight contest.
There were standout performances from several players, including Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s impressive display against RCB and a strong week from Rajat Patidar. Royal Challengers Bengaluru ended the week with a dominant victory over Mumbai Indians.
IPL 2026 Team of the Week (April 6–12)
| No | Player | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shubman Gill (C) | Gujarat Titans |
| 2 | Vaibhav Suryavanshi | Rajasthan Royals |
| 3 | Sanju Samson (WK) | Chennai Super Kings |
| 4 | Jos Buttler | Gujarat Titans |
| 5 | Rajat Patidar | Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| 6 | Mukul Choudhary | Lucknow Super Giants |
| 7 | Krunal Pandya | Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| 8 | Jamie Overton | Chennai Super Kings |
| 9 | Rashid Khan | Gujarat Titans |
| 10 | Ravi Bishnoi | Rajasthan Royals |
| 11 | Jofra Archer | Rajasthan Royals |
| 12 | Prasidh Krishna | Gujarat Titans |
Key Performers of the Week
Several players delivered match-winning performances during the second week of IPL 2026.
Shubman Gill led the Team of the Week as captain. The Gujarat Titans skipper played an important role in guiding his team with strong batting and leadership on the field.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi impressed with a powerful performance for Rajasthan Royals. His display against tough opponents earned him a place among the best players of the week.
Sanju Samson also stood out with an impactful performance and was selected as the wicketkeeper in this weekly XI.
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Strong Contributions with the Bat
Jos Buttler and Rajat Patidar were among the top batters during this period. Both players played important innings for their teams in closely fought matches.
Patidar in particular showed aggressive batting and helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru maintain their strong position in the tournament.
All-Rounders and Bowlers Make Their Impact
The Team of the Week also includes several players who contributed with both bat and ball.
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Mukul Choudhary | All-rounder |
| Krunal Pandya | All-rounder |
| Jamie Overton | Pace all-rounder |
| Rashid Khan | Leg-spinner |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Spinner |
| Jofra Archer | Fast bowler |
| Prasidh Krishna | Fast bowler |
These players played key roles in their teams’ success with important wickets, tight bowling spells and useful contributions in crucial moments.
Honorable Mentions
A few other players also impressed during the week and were close to making the final Team of the Week selection.
| Player |
|---|
| Phil Salt |
| Shreyas Iyer |
| Xavier Bartlett |
| Dhruv Jurel |
The second week of IPL 2026 has already shown how competitive the tournament is. Some teams have built strong momentum early, while others are still adjusting their strategies.
Experienced players have delivered consistent performances, while a few emerging stars have also made a strong impression.
As the tournament moves forward, teams will aim to maintain their form and climb the points table, while fans can expect more exciting performances in the coming weeks.
