The 20th match of IPL 2025 sees Mumbai Indians (MI) take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. This clash pits two teams with contrasting fortunes against each other: MI, desperate to turn their season around, and RCB, looking to build on their promising start. With explosive players on both sides, fans are in for a blockbuster encounter.
Match Info
- Match: MI vs RCB, 20th Match, Indian Premier League 2025
- DatSRHe:Monday, April 07, 2025
- Time:11:00 PM
- Venue:Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Current Form and Points Table
Mumbai Indians (MI)
MI has had a tough start to IPL 2025, securing just one win in four matches. Their recent performances reveal inconsistency:
- April 04, 2025: Lost to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 12 runs
- March 31, 2025: Beat Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 8 wickets (43 balls remaining)
- March 29, 2025: Lost to Gujarat Titans (GT) by 36 runs
- March 23, 2025: Lost to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 4 wickets (5 balls remaining)
Their form line reads L L L W. Sitting eighth on the points table with 2 points and a net run rate (NRR) of +0.108, MI is under pressure to find momentum.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
RCB has enjoyed a stronger beginning, winning two of their three matches:
- April 02, 2025: Lost to Gujarat Titans (GT) by 8 wickets (13 balls remaining)
- March 28, 2025: Beat Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 50 runs
- March 22, 2025: Beat Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 7 wickets (22 balls remaining)
Their form stands at W L W W. RCB occupies second place with 4 points and an impressive NRR of +1.149, showcasing their ability to secure convincing victories.
Takeaway: RCB enters the match with superior form and a higher win percentage (66.7% vs. MI’s 25%), but MI’s lone win was dominant, hinting at potential when they click.
Head-to-Head Record
In their last five encounters:
- MI won by 7 wickets (27 balls remaining)
- MI won by 6 wickets (21 balls remaining)
- RCB won by 8 wickets (22 balls remaining)
- RCB won by 7 wickets (9 balls remaining)
- RCB won by 54 runs
Historically, MI leads the overall tally with 19 wins to RCB’s 14 in 33 meetings. The recent trend shows MI winning the last two clashes, though RCB had a run of three consecutive victories prior. While past records favor MI slightly, squad changes and current form mean this history is only a partial guide.
Mumbai Indians Squad Playing:
Suryakumar Yadav, Rohit Sharma, Tilak Varma, Bevon Jacobs, Ryan Rickelton, Robin Minz, Krishnan Shrijith, Hardik Pandya, Naman Dhir, Raj Bawa, Vignesh Puthur, Will Jacks, Mitchell Santner, Jasprit Bumrah, Arjun Tendulkar, Ashwani Kumar, Reece Topley, Karn Sharma, Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, Satyanarayana Raju, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Corbin Bosch
Key Players to Watch:
- Suryakumar Yadav: A dynamic batsman whose 360-degree game can dismantle any attack. His form will be pivotal.
- Rohit Sharma: The ex-captain’s experience at Wankhede and ability to set the tone are crucial.
- Hardik Pandya (c): An all-rounder leading the side, his dual contribution could swing the game.
- Jasprit Bumrah: One of the world’s best bowlers, his death-over mastery and past success against RCB (e.g., a 5-wicket haul in 2024) make him a game-changer.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Squad Playing:
Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar (c), Swastik Chikara, Devdutt Padikkal, Jitesh Sharma, Philip Salt, Manoj Bhandage, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Liam Livingstone, Romario Shepherd, Jacob Bethell, Swapnil Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Nuwan Thushara, Lungi Ngidi, Yash Dayal, Rasikh Dar Salam, Suyash Sharma, Mohit Rathee, Abhinandan Singh
Key Players to Watch:
- Virat Kohli: A big-match player with a knack for anchoring or accelerating innings. His battle with Bumrah will be a highlight.
- Rajat Patidar (c): In-form and leading with confidence, his batting has been a cornerstone of RCB’s success.
- Tim David: A middle-order finisher whose power-hitting can turn games late.
- Josh Hazlewood: A disciplined pacer who can exploit any early movement and contain MI’s batsmen.
Prediction
This match shapes up as a classic IPL showdown. RCB holds the edge with better recent form, a higher points-table position, and a knack for posting or chasing big totals. Their victories have been emphatic, reflecting a balanced unit under Rajat Patidar’s leadership.
However, Mumbai Indians have the tools to turn it around. Playing at Wankhede, where they’ve previously dominated RCB (e.g., a 7-wicket win in 2024), gives them a psychological and tactical boost. Their batting firepower—Suryakumar, Rohit, and Hardik—can match RCB’s, while Jasprit Bumrah’s ability to disrupt any lineup tilts the scales. MI’s desperation for a win, coupled with home support, adds extra motivation.
Verdict: Despite RCB’s form, Mumbai Indians are predicted to win a tight contest. Expect a high-scoring game, with MI’s key players stepping up to secure a much-needed victory, possibly by chasing a total in the final overs.
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