🏏CricJosh
IPL 2026 • Match 26
Mumbai IndiansMumbai IndiansHome
VS
Rajasthan RoyalsRajasthan RoyalsAway
17 April 2026 07:30 pm IST Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

MI vs RR Match Preview

MI vs RR at Wankhede is always a blockbuster. Bumrah vs Buttler is one of the defining matchups in T20 cricket. Rohit Sharma at his home ground against Boult's swing will set the tone in the powerplay.

Why You Should Watch This Match

  • 1Bumrah vs Buttler — the ultimate IPL matchup
  • 2Rohit Sharma vs Trent Boult at Wankhede
  • 3Yashasvi Jaiswal at the ground where he started
  • 4Evening match at Wankhede — six-hitting carnival

MI vs RR Head to Head Record

15
MI Wins
26
Total Matches
11
RR Wins
58%
42%
View detailed head-to-head stats

Wankhede Pitch Report

Batting FriendlyAvg 1st Innings: 180-195

Wankhede's flat batting surface combined with short boundaries and evening dew makes this a paradise for batters. Expect totals in the 180-200 range.

Toss Decision

Bowl first. Dew at Wankhede makes chasing significantly easier in night matches.

Key Player Battle

Jasprit Bumrah vs Jos Buttler

Mumbai Indians

MI Key Players

  • Rohit Sharma
  • Suryakumar Yadav
  • Hardik Pandya
  • Jasprit Bumrah
  • Tim David
Rajasthan Royals

RR Key Players

  • Sanju Samson
  • Jos Buttler
  • Yashasvi Jaiswal
  • Yuzvendra Chahal
  • Trent Boult

Fantasy Cricket

MI vs RR Dream11 Prediction

Best captain picks, playing XI & expert tips

Frequently Asked Questions

When is MI vs RR IPL 2026?

Mumbai Indians vs Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 Match 26 is scheduled for 17 April 2026 at 02:00 pm IST at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.

What is the MI vs RR head to head record?

In 26 IPL encounters, Mumbai Indians leads 15-11. There have been 0 no results.

What is the pitch report for MI vs RR at Wankhede?

Wankhede's flat batting surface combined with short boundaries and evening dew makes this a paradise for batters. Expect totals in the 180-200 range.

Who will win MI vs RR IPL 2026 Match 26?

Based on current form, squad strength, and venue conditions, this promises to be a closely contested match. Check our detailed prediction and Dream11 tips for expert analysis.

What is the average score at Wankhede?

The average first innings score at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai is approximately 180-195. Expect high scores on this batting-friendly surface.

More IPL 2026 Matches

RR Matches

View full IPL 2026 schedule

Last updated: 31 March 2026. All match timings are in IST. Playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.