IPL 2025 RCB vs MI: Head-to-head, pitch report, playing XI & fantasy predictions; check all

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will lock horns with the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 20th match of IPL 2025 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday, 7 April, from 7:30 pm IST.

The two sides enter the clash with different trajectories. RCB sit comfortably in fourth place with two wins and one loss. Mumbai, however, are desperate to climb up from the lower half of the table after three defeats in four games.

Pitch and Conditions: Runs Likely to Flow

The Wankhede surface has long been a paradise for batters. The pitch starts with a bit of movement for pacers but quickly eases out into a belter.

The short square boundaries add to the scoring potential. Dew often plays a part in evening games, aiding the side chasing. Since 2024, eight IPL games have been hosted here, with an even split between teams batting first and second. The average first innings score is a competitive 179.

MI's lone win this season came at this venue, chasing down a modest 117 against Kolkata Knight Riders in just 12.5 overs.

Head-to-Head: MI Edge Ahead

Across 33 IPL meetings, MI lead with 19 wins to RCB's 14. At Wankhede, MI enjoy a dominant record, with 53 victories in 86 games, while RCB have managed only 8 wins in 18 outings. However, RCB have previously notched the highest-ever IPL total here: 235 for 1 in 2015.

Team Form & Probable XI

MI's batting unit has faltered, with only Suryakumar Yadav and Ryan Rickelton producing notable scores.

Rohit Sharma's potential return could bolster the top order, while Jasprit Bumrah’s inclusion would strengthen the bowling. RCB’s attack features in-form Phil Salt and Virat Kohli, with Tim David—facing his former franchise—bringing strategic insight.

Mumbai Indians (Playing XI): Ryan Rickelton(w), Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Ashwani Kumar, Vignesh Puthur

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Playing XI): Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal

Fantasy Pick & Prediction

Back Salt for explosive starts, and count on Suryakumar for consistency. Hardik’s all-round skills add value. If RCB bat second, they’ll hold the advantage in what promises to be a high-scoring affair.