MI vs RCB | 25th Match | Indian Premier League 2024. Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, 25th Match – Live Cricket Score, Commentary.
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Series: Indian Premier League 2024
Date & Time: Apr 11, 07:30 PM LOCAL
Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
MI vs RCB Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI and Fantasy Tips. RCB vs MI Head to Head in IPL: Records, Stats, Results. IPL 2024: Match 25, MI vs RCB Match Prediction.
MI vs RCB | 25th Match | Indian Premier League 2024
Attention, Paltan! Brace yourselves for a marquee clash as our formidable warriors clash with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Match 25 of the TATA IPL 2024. Prepare for a nail-biting encounter that will keep you on the edge of your seat! This rivalry has delivered legendary battles in the past, and this match promises to be no exception.
Get ready for an epic showdown as these teams vie for glory on the cricketing battlefield! In a thrilling comeback that had fans on the edge of their seats, our team secured a sensational victory against the Delhi Capitals! Despite a shaky start to the season, our players unleashed an unstoppable assault, amassing an impressive total of 235 runs – a power-hitting display that propelled us to our first win.
The dynamic duo of Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan has been setting the field ablaze with their lightning-fast scoring, boosting our team’s run rate from the outset. Rohit’s superb 49 and Ishan’s explosive 42 laid the foundation for our onslaught.
Despite SKY not firing on this occasion, our fearless skipper Hardik Pandya and the dynamic Tim David made significant contributions. However, the real fireworks came towards the end, courtesy of Romario Shepherd’s breathtaking 10- ball 39 blitz, leaving the opposition stunned!
The bowling attack has been nothing short of menacing, with Jasprit Bumrah leading the charge with his pinpoint accuracy and economy, consistently keeping the opposition on their toes. Partnering with him is the fiery Gerald Coetzee, whose thunderous deliveries instill fear in the hearts of batters.
The skipper’s faith in emerging talents like Akash Madhwal has paid off, bolstering our formidable pace battery. And let’s not forget the invaluable contributions of our mystery spinner Piyush Chawla, whose cunning variations have troubled opposing batters.
As for our opponents, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru are still searching for their rhythm. Although both teams have two points, RCB has played and lost one match more than us. With Virat Kohli in fine form, our bowling unit will aim to dismiss him early and apply pressure from the outset.
Also, RCB’s bowling has so far been off form which gives an extra luxury for the batters to attack more aggressively. Boasting an incredible batting depth along with an unstoppable bowling force, and most importantly, with the home advantage, our boys are primed to clinch their second win of the season! Paltan, let’s rally together and roar our support for our warriors as they charge toward victory at our fortress of Wankhede!
MI vs RCB Match Preview
Mumbai Indians put themselves back on the winning track with a victory in their most recent game, and they are currently ranked eighth. However, Royal Challengers Bangalore, currently ranked ninth, have only won one of their five games played.
After a sluggish start, Mumbai Indians finally found their groove, defeating Delhi Capitals in their last encounter. Led by the explosive Hardik Pandya, the five-time champions showcased an aggressive brand of cricket, propelling them to a formidable total of 234 runs.
Rohit Sharma’s blistering 49 off 27 balls and Ishan Kishan’s 42 off 23 deliveries laid the foundation, while Tim David’s unbeaten 45 off 21 balls and Romario Shepherd’s blistering 39 off just 10 balls provided the final flourish.
On the bowling front, Jasprit Bumrah and Gerald Coetzee spearheaded the attack, claiming six wickets between them and restricting Delhi Capitals despite their valiant chase. Mumbai Indians will be buoyed by this performance and aim to carry the momentum into the RCB clash.
Despite Virat Kohli‘s scintillating form, which includes an unbeaten century against Rajasthan Royals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru find themselves languishing in the bottom half of the table. Their bowling attack has struggled to contain opposition batters, with Mohammed Siraj‘s dip in form and the lack of quality spin options compounding their woes.
The middle order has also failed to support Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis, leaving the team heavily reliant on individual brilliance. RCB will be hoping for a collective effort from their batters and bowlers to halt their three-game losing streak and reclaim their winning momentum.
MI vs RCB Head To Head Records
In the 34 head-to-head meetings between these two teams in the IPL, Mumbai Indians hold a slight edge with 20 victories, while RCB has won 14 times.
| Total Match | 34 |
| MI Won | 20 |
| RCB Won | 14 |
However, RCB has won four out of the last five encounters, including a recent triumph at the Wankhede Stadium, where they chased down a mammoth total of 200 in just 16.4 overs.
Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report
Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is one of the best T20 venues for batsmen. The boundaries are smaller here, and the pitch is flat, allowing batsmen to play their strokes easily on this surface. Fast bowlers need to be smart on this surface, while spinners get the ball to stop on the batsmen and turn sharply.
For batters, this surface has shown to be favorable. Due to early swings from the pacers and potential turns from the spinners, bowlers receive some help.
MI vs RCB Predicted XIs
Mumbai Indians Predicted Playing XI:
- Ishan Kishan (wk),
- Rohit Sharma,
- Suryakumar Yadav,
- Tilak Varma,
- Hardik Pandya (c),
- Tim David,
- Mohammad Nabi,
- Romario Shepherd,
- Gerald Coetzee,
- Piyush Chawla,
- Jasprit Bumrah
Mumbai Indians Impact Player Substitutes: Kwena Maphaka, Naman Dhir, Shams Mulani, Akash Madhwal, Nehal Wadhera
Royal Challengers Bangalore Predicted Playing XI:
- Virat Kohli,
- Faf du Plessis (c),
- Glenn Maxwell,
- Saurav Chauhan,
- Cameron Green,
- Rajat Patidar,
- Dinesh Karthik (wk),
- Reece Topley,
- Mayank Dagar,
- Mohammed Siraj,
- Yash Dayal
Royal Challengers Bangalore Impact Player Substitutes: Suyash Prabhudessai, Mahipal Lomror, Himanshu Sharma, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Swapnil Singh
MI vs RCB Dream11 Prediction
Here are two MI vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Teams you can consider for the Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore match:
MI vs RCB Dream11 Prediction H2H Team 1
| Roles | Players |
|---|---|
| Wicket-Keepers | I Kishan |
| Batters | V Kohli (C), F Du Plessis, S Yadav (VC), T Varma |
| All-Rounders | G Maxwell, H Pandya |
| Bowlers | J Bumrah, R Topley, M Siraj, G Coetzee |
| Captain | V Kohli (C) |
| Vice-Captain | S Yadav (VC) |
MI vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Grand League Team 2
| Roles | Players |
|---|---|
| Wicket-Keepers | I Kishan |
| Batters | V Kohli, R Sharma (C), T Varma, F Du Plessis |
| All-Rounders | G Maxwell (VC), H Pandya |
| Bowlers | J Bumrah, R Topley, M Siraj, G Coetzee |
| Captain | R Sharma (C) |
| Vice-Captain | G Maxwell (VC) |
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Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore – Who Will Win?
With both teams desperate for a win to revive their campaigns, this encounter promises to be a high-octane thriller, with individual brilliance and collective cohesion set to determine the outcome. Considering Mumbai Indians’ recent form and their strong batting lineup, they are the favorites to win this encounter. We are predicting Mumbai Indians to win this game!