MI vs RCB 2024: Match Timing, Stats, Head to Head, & Dream XI Prediction

The highly awaited clash between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in TATA IPL 2024 is set to amaze cricket fans. According to the official website of IPL, the match is scheduled for Thursday, 11th April 2024 at 7:30 PM IST. This encounter promises to neck fight and intense competition at the historic Wankhede Stadium, Maharashtra.

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MI vs RCB 2024

Mumbai Indians is one of the strongest teams in IPL history. They are the 5 times champion (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020) with Rohit Sharma as their captain. But, this year, everything has changed with the return of captain Hardik Pandya.

Talking about Royal Challengers Bengaluru, led by their captain Faf du Plessis, is hungry to win their first IPL title. The star-studded franchise, including (Faf himself, Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, Dinesh Karthik, Mohammed Siraj, and the Australian all-rounder Cameron Green) is all set to play their best and win the tournament.

Head to Head Record

The Mumbai Indian and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have faced off in 32 times in IPL history. Mumbai has won 18 times, while RCB has triumphed 14 times. Their next match promises an intense showdown between two strong teams.

Who Won the Last Match Between Them?

In their last encounter at the same venue (Wankhede), MI defeated RCB by 6-wicket. Suryakumar Yadav played a fantastic innings of 83 runs from 35 balls. He guided Mumbai Indians to a huge victory over RCB at Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday. MI chased down a target of 200 runs in just 16.3 overs. Nehal Wadhera also contributed with a crucial 52* (34). Ishan Kishan’s quick 42 off 21 balls gave MI a strong start.

Earlier, RCB scored 199 for 6 in 20 overs, with Glenn Maxwell making 68 runs off 33 balls and Faf du Plessis scoring 65 off 41 balls. Jason Behrendorff was MI’s top bowler with 3 wickets for 36 runs. MI’s captain Rohit Sharma won the toss and chose to bowl first.

MI vs RCB 2024 Venue

The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Maharashtra is famous for its exciting atmosphere and pitches made of red solid. It’s known to be a good pitch for batsmen. Here’s what to expect at this iconic venue for the MI vs RCB 2024 match:

Batting-Friendly: The pitch offers a nice bounce and speed. It makes it favorable for batsmen.

High-Scores: Teams often score around 170 runs in the first innings at Wankhede Stadium.

Dew Factor: During evening matches, dew can make it challenging for bowlers in the second innings. It can give a huge advantage to the chasing side.

MI vs RCB 2024 IPL Predicted XIs

The expected playing XI for the MI vs RCB 2024 IPL is as follows:

Tata IPL MI vs RCB 2024: Players to Watch Out For

Mumbai Indians

Suryakumar Yadav:

Suryakumar Yadav will be the first player to watch out for in Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru match. The reason is that he plays well and scores important runs. He is known for his 360-degree masterclass. Surya can play his shots all around the ground. His mix of aggressive and smart batting makes Mumbai Indians’s batting strong.

Tim David:

Tim David, the Australian all-rounder, is another, who will be in the spotlight against the RCB match. Mumbai Indians are relying on him to deliver in the middle order. Having Hardik Pandya at the other end will boost David’s confidence. And, this is something he lacked in the previous season of IPL 2024. When he last played against RCB, he didn’t even open his account. So, this year, Tim David will be looking to go after the RCB’s bowler.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Virat Kohli:

Virat Kohli is a player who doesn’t need any introduction. His batting skills make him a crucial player for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He can stabilize the innings or speed up when needed, which is important for RCB’s batting strength. Kohli’s experience in handling pressure and creating partnerships will be vital for RCB’s success against MI.

Glenn Maxwell:

Glenn Maxwell is a key player for RCB because he can bat aggressively and also bowl off-spin well. His quick runs and wickets can help RCB win matches. Maxwell’s attacking play can make it tough for MI’s bowlers, and everyone will be watching how he performs in this important match.

IPL MI vs RCB Dream 11 Prediction

The MI vs RCB match is highly anticipated as both teams are strong contenders. Both Mumbai and Bengaluru have big-name players, and they can show their game in crunch situations. Here’s a Dream 11 lineup you might want to consider:

Batsman:

• Tim David
• Suryakumar Yadav
• Virat Kohli
• Faf du Plessis

Wicketkeeper

• Dinesh Karthik

All-Rounders

• Cameron Green
• Hardik Pandya

Bowlers

• Jasprit Bumrah
• Mohammed Siraj
• Aakash Madhwal
• Reece Topley

MI vs RCB Tickets 2024

If you’re one of the excited fans, who’s looking forward to the MI vs RCB 2024 match, you can buy your tickets from the official IPL website. So, keep an eye out for ticket availability and match specifics. The schedule might change because of the election in India this year.

You just need to stay tuned for more updates and thrilling moments from the Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru in TATA IPL 2024.

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