RCB, MI, or CSK? England's cricket legends predict IPL 2026 winners
Former England stars are split on IPL 2026 predictions. Michael Vaughan backs Mumbai Indians, calling them the clear winners. Alastair Cook supports defending champions RCB, while Phil Tufnell also considers CSK a strong contender.
Led by Hardik Pandya, MI look strong, but RCB face early setbacks. Historically, only MI and CSK have successfully defended IPL titles.
NEW DELHI: With IPL 2026 just around the corner, former England cricketers have shared their predictions on who might lift the trophy, sparking debate among fans. While teams like Mumbai Indians (MI), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are all in the mix, opinions differ on who has the edge this season. Former England captain Michael Vaughan is confident about Mumbai Indians’ chances and didn’t hold back, saying, “Only 1 team wining this year and it’s @mipaltan.
” He also doubled down on the "Stick to Cricket" podcast, adding, “I’ll throw the first name out there. Mumbai Indians will win it this year. They have not won it for a few.
They’ve got an incredible team. " MI, one of the most successful teams in IPL history, will be led by Hardik Pandya this season. — MichaelVaughan (@MichaelVaughan) With experienced players like Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah in the squad, they are expected to be strong contenders despite falling short in the playoffs last year.