IPL match today, RR vs MI: Team prediction, head-to-head, pitch report, Guwahati weather update
Mumbai Indians aim to rebound against an in-form Rajasthan Royals as skipper Hardik Pandya returns from illness. Pandya's absence impacted MI's balance in their previous loss, while RR boast a strong top order and effective bowling attack. The match in Guwahati could see early swing for pacers, with dew potentially aiding the chasing side later.
Mumbai Indians will be banking on the return of skipper Hardik Pandya as they look to bounce back against an in-form Rajasthan Royals in their IPL clash on Tuesday. Pandya missed MI’s previous game due to illness, a setback that proved costly in their six-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals. His absence not only deprived the side of his all-round abilities but also forced a reshuffle in team combination.
While Suryakumar Yadav stepped in as stand-in captain, MI struggled to find balance, particularly with the ball. The bowling unit looked unsettled, with Corbin Bosch proving expensive, while Jasprit Bumrah has been economical but is yet to take a wicket this season. Mitchell Santner has been a bright spot in spin, but the attack overall will need to step up significantly.
MI face a stiff challenge against a Royals side that has hit the ground running this season. Rajasthan’s top order has been particularly impressive, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi providing explosive starts, while Dhruv Jurel has added solidity in the middle. Skipper Riyan Parag has led astutely, especially in crunch moments.
Their bowling unit has also delivered, with Ravi Bishnoi emerging as a key wicket-taker and Tushar Deshpande impressing at the death. RR vs MI Head-to-Head Total matches played: 30 Rajasthan Royals: 14 Mumbai Indians: 16 RR vs MI: Pitch Report Guwahati has shown early assistance for fast bowlers this season, particularly under overcast conditions. In the only game here so far, Chennai Super Kings were bowled out for 127, with early moisture aiding seam movement, before Rajasthan Royals chased it down comfortably.