RCB vs MI: Mumbai Indians finally broke their losing streak with a thrilling win over LSG, with Rohit Sharma’s return providing a major boost. However, uncertainty still remains over Hardik Pandya’s availability due to back spasms.
Meanwhile, RCB head into the clash after two consecutive defeats and will be desperate to bounce back in the playoff race. Virat Kohli has carried the batting unit so far, but rain in Raipur could play a major spoilsport in the crucial IPL 2026 clash.
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RCB vs MI Live Score: Back-to-back sixes from Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma takes on Josh Hazlewood with two massive hits in the over. The first one was a short delivery which Rohit pulled flat towards the leg side, just clearing the fielder in the deep. He followed it with another six after stepping out and getting a top edge, but the ball sailed over the wicketkeeper and crossed the boundary comfortably.
MI: 22/1 in (2) overs
Rohit Sharma: 18 (8)
Naman Dhir: 0 (0)
RCB vs MI Live: Bhuvneshwar Kumar strikes early
OUT! Bhuvneshwar Kumar gives RCB the perfect start in Raipur as Ryan Rickelton departs early. Bowling a hard length on a tricky surface, Bhuvi forces Rickelton into a mistimed lofted shot straight to Rajat Patidar at mid-off.
MI: 4/1 in (1) overs
RCB vs MI Live Score: Action set to begin
Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton are out in the middle to begin the innings for Mumbai Indians. Bhuvneshwar Kumar will take the new ball for Royal Challengers Bengaluru
RCB vs MI Live: Mumbai Indians playing XI
MI are too going with the same team.
Mumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton(w), Naman Dhir, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Will Jacks, Raj Bawa, Corbin Bosch, Deepak Chahar, Jasprit Bumrah, AM Ghazanfar
Impact Subs: Trent Boult, Raghu Sharma, Mayank Rawat, Robin Minz, Shardul Thakur
RCB vs MI Live: Royal Challengers Bengaluru playing XI
RCB are going with the same team.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam Dar
Impact Subs: Devdutt Padikkal, Jordan Cox, Mangesh Yadav, Swapnil Singh, Venkatesh Iyer
RCB vs MI Live: Suryakumar Yadav to lead MI again
Mumbai Indians will once again be led by Suryakumar Yadav as Hardik Pandya continues to recover from a back spasm. Hardik has travelled with the squad to Raipur but the management has decided not to risk him.
RCB vs MI Live: TOSS UPDATE
Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Rajat Patidar has won the toss and elected to bowl at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium in Raipur. With rain around the venue before the start of play, RCB have decided to chase under potentially tricky conditions.
RCB vs MI Live: King Kohli in nets
Hold. The. Pose. Virat. ❤️🔥 Hold. The. Pose. 👑 pic.twitter.com/Ii2pQRjZDL
RCB vs MI Live: Head-to-head record
Matches Played: 35
MI won: 19
RCB won: 16
No Result: 0
RCB vs MI Live: Royal Challengers Bengaluru eye comeback
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be desperate to snap their losing streak and regain momentum in the playoff race. Virat Kohli has continued to carry the batting unit, but RCB need better support from Jacob Bethell and Jitesh Sharma. With questions around their recent batting performances, the defending champions face a massive test
RCB vs MI Live: Mumbai Indians look to continue momentum
Mumbai Indians head into the clash with renewed confidence after successfully chasing down 228 against Lucknow Super Giants in their previous game. Rohit Sharma’s explosive return from injury has strengthened the batting lineup, while the bowling attack featuring Jasprit Bumrah and Corbin Bosch will once again be crucial in Raipur.