MI vs KKR Highlights, IPL 2026: MI end first-match jinx, chase 221 to beat KKR by six wickets

Mumbai Indians ended a long wait for a winning start to an IPL season, beating Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by six wickets in a chase of 221 runs at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.

Mumbai had not won their opening match of an IPL season since 2012, but they broke that run with a successful chase at home.

Openers Rohit Sharma (78 off 38) and Ryan Rickelton (81 off 43) set up the chase with half-centuries, giving the team a strong start. The batters who followed kept the scoring going as Mumbai completed the chase.

MI vs KKR Live Score: Jinx broken

MI end first-match jinx, chase 221 to beat KKR in IPL opener by six wickets

MI vs KKR Live Score: MI on top

With Hardik Pandya and Tilak Varma at the crease, it should be easy for MI. The five-time champions need 9 runs in 12 balls

MI 212/3 in eighteen overs.

MI vs KKR Live Score: Rickelton is run-out

Muzarabani takes pace off again, and Rickelton is run out in an unusual manner! He drives it towards long-off and looks for a second, but Tilak sends him back. As Rickelton turns to make it back to the non-striker’s end, he is obstructed by Muzarabani, who is moving to back up the throw from the deep. The throw hits the stumps, catching Rickelton short of his ground.

MI 184/3 in 15.2 overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: MI chase jinx-break

The last time Mumbai Indians won their first match of the season was in 2012 against the Chennai Super Kings. But they are well-placed to break that jinx tonight at their home ground Wankhede Stadium. With eight wickets in hand, and 42 runs needed in 34 balls, MI would believe they can cross the line this time.

MI 179/2 in 14.2 overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: WICKET! Rohit Sharma departs

Rohit Sharma departs after a brilliant and perhaps match-winning knock of 78 off 38 balls. He has put MI firmly on the riding seat in the chase.

MI 148/1 in eleven overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: No-ball

It's all happening at the Wankhede. Kartik Tyagi bowls a waist-height no-ball, and two balls later Vaibhav Arora drops Ryan Rickelton at deep square leg.

Nothing seems to be working for KKR at the moment.

MI 122/0 in 10 overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: Hundred comes up for MI

Ryan Rickelton takes on Sunil Narine and takes him on beautifully. He hits the mystery spinner for two sixes and brings up his fifty off just 24 balls.

MI 110/0 in nine overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: Rohit takes on KKR

Rohit Sharma looks man on a mission. The right-handed batter scores 15 runs in Varun Chakravarthy's over, then hits Kartik Tyagi for a huge six over extra covers on the first ball of the sixth over. He follows it up with another maximum on the fourth ball and brings up his fifty off just 23 balls.

MI 80/0 in six overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: Rahane goes out of the field

KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane walks out of the field and Rinku Singh will take up the captaincy the moment

MI vs KKR Live Score: Rohit, Rickelton fire

34 runs come off the last two overs, and Mumbai Indians are off to a flyer.

Blessing Muzarabani gets hit for two sixes in his second over.

MI 49/0 in four overs.

MI vs KKR Live Score: SIX! Rohit Sharma special

Vaibhav Arora pitches it just short of good length and Rohit smokes it over mid-wicket for a huge six. Everybody in the ground stands and applauds.

Rickelton too joins the party, hitting Arora for two consecutive sixes. 19 runs come off the over.

MI 34/0 in three overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton begin chase for MI

Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton begin the 221-run chase for MI.

Vaibhav Arora with the new ball for KKR.

MI 6/0 in one over

MI vs KKR Live Score: KKR finish at 220

Captain Ajinkya Rahane hit a fine half-century, but it was debutant Angkrish Raghuvanshi who lit up the stadium with a 29-ball 51 to help Kolkata Knight Riders post 220 for four.

Opener Rahane made 67 off 40 balls with the help of three fours and five sixes, while Raghuvanshi decorated his knock with six boundaries and two hits over the fence.

Towards the end, Rinku Singh made an unbeaten 21-ball 33.

Opting to bowl, Shardul Thakur (3/39) turned out to be the top wicket-taker for MI.

MI vs KKR Live Score: WICKET! Hardik removes Raghuvanshi

Hardik Pandya to Angkrish Raghuvanshi, out Caught by Tilak Varma! That brings an end to an important innings from Angkrish Raghuvanshi. He becomes the second Mumbai batter to score a fifty for KKR tonight after Rahane. Pandya delivers a slightly slower, fuller ball, and Raghuvanshi’s stay comes to an end.

KKR 209-4 in nineteen overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: Rinku Singh, Angkrish Raghuvanshi crucial as KKR target big finish

KKR have wickets in hand, and in Rinku and Raghuvanshi, they have two set batters in with the last 12 balls remaining. Can they score another 25 in last two overs?

KKR 199/3 in eighteen overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: Raghuvanshi breaks shackles

Angkrish Raghuvanshi hits a four and then a six off the next ball in Ghazanfar's over and sees his strike rate go past 160.

KKR 167-3 in fifteen overs.

MI vs KKR Live Score: WICKET! Shardul Thakur strikes again

Shardul Thakur strikes again and he has Ajinkya Rahane caught at covers. Rahane falls for 67 off 40.

KKR 145-3 in 13.3 overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: KKR slow down

Two quick wickets by Shardul Thakur have put the brakes on the scoring rate of the Kolkata Knight Riders.

In the last 5 overs, the Knights have scored just 48 at 8.4 runs per over.

KKR 136/2 in twelve overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: Fifty for Rahane

What a knock it has been for the KKR skipper, and he has completed his fifty in just 27 balls.

He has been joined by Angkrish Raghuvanshi at the other end.

KKR 120/2 in ten overs.

MI vs KKR Live Score: WICKET! Cameron Green departs

Shardul Thakur bowls short and wide, and Green tries to hit it over the deep cover but finds the fielder. Shardul has his second.

KKR 109-2 in 8.5 overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: Rahane, Green continue KKR onslaught

There's no stopping KKR batting today. Cameron Green joins Rahane at the crease after Allen falls, and the Australian all-rounder continues the momentum.

Meanwhile, 100 comes up for KKR in just the eighth over.

KKR 101/1 in eight overs.

MI vs KKR Live Score: WICKET! Finn Allen is out

Golden arm Shardul Thakur provides MI the much-needed breakthrough. Finn Allen departs for 37.

Shardul Thakur to Finn Allen, out Caught by Tilak Varma!! A timely breakthrough for MI. It’s a slower delivery, floated outside off, and Allen goes through with the shovel shot. With little pace on the ball, he fails to time it well, getting a leading edge off the inner half. The ball goes towards long-on where Tilak Varma settles under it and takes a simple catch.

KKR 69/1 in 5.2 overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: Here comes Jasprit Bumrah

Can he stop the runs? Well, eleven comes of Bumrah's first over with two fours.

KKR 68-0 in five overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: SIX! Two in an over

Ajinkya Rahane times them beautifully, hitting Hardik Pandya for two sixes, one over long leg and another over square leg.

Allen follows it up with three consecutive fours. Massive massive over for KKR.

KKR 57/0 in four overs

MI vs KKR Live Score: Finn Allen takes on debutant Ghazanfar

Mystery spinner Allah Ghazanfar comes into the attack in third over, and Finn Allen takes him on. Allen hits a four and then two sixes off his over.

17 runs come off the over.

KKR 31-0 in three overs

KKR vs MI Live Score: Hardik Pandya shares new ball with Boult

Not Jasprit Bumrah, but Hardik Pandya comes into the attack for the second over. He bowls five dots and concedes just four runs.

KKR 14/0 in two overs

KKR vs MI Live Score: Here we go

Ajinkya Rahane and Finn Allen to open the batting for KKR.

Trent Boult will handle the new ball for the Mumbai Indians. Rohit Sharma is standing at first slip.

Not the typical Boult first over, he bowls two wides. 10 runs come off the over.

KKR 10/0 in one over

KKR vs MI Live Score: Record for Sunil Narine

Most matches by an overseas player in the IPL
190 - Sunil Narine*
189 - Kieron Pollard
184 - AB de Villiers
184 - David Warner
161 - DJ Bravo

MI vs KKR Live Score: Impact subs

Kolkata Knight Riders Impact subs: Manish Pandey, Rovman Powell, Kartik Tyagi, Saurabh Dubey, Tejasvi Dahiya

Mumbai Indians Impact subs: Suryakumar Yadav, Corbin Bosch, Robin Minz, Raj Bawa, Ashwani Kumar

KKR vs MI Live Score: KKR playing XI

Kolkata Knight Riders (Playing XI): Finn Allen, Ajinkya Rahane(c), Cameron Green, Angkrish Raghuvanshi(w), Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakaravarthy, Vaibhav Arora, Blessing Muzarabani

MI vs KKR Live Score: Mumbai Indians playing XI

Mumbai Indians (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton(w), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(c), Sherfane Rutherford, Naman Dhir, Shardul Thakur, Mayank Markande, AM Ghazanfar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah

IPL Live Score: Toss update

MI captain Hardik Pandya wins the toss, opts to field first against KKR at Wankhede stadium.

IPL Live Score: MI hold edge in head-to-head record

MI vs KKR: Head-to-head

Total matches played: 35
Mumbai Indians won: 24
Kolkata Knight Riders won: 11

Wankhede pitch report

The Wankhede Stadium pitch is known for being batting-friendly, offering good bounce and pace. Batters enjoy playing their shots freely, and high-scoring matches are common here. Fast bowlers may get some swing early on, while spinners could come into play later. Dew in night matches often makes chasing easier.

Wankhede Stadium T20 stats

Total matches: 21
Matches won batting first: 11
Matches won bowling first: 10
Average 1st innings score: 180
Average 2nd innings score: 158
Highest total: 254/6
Lowest total: 80/10
Highest successful chase: 230/8
Lowest defended total: 143/6

KKR vs MI Live Score: Mumbai Indians set to become first IPL team to play 300 matches

When Mumbai Indians take the field against Kolkata Knight Riders in their IPL 2026 opener on Sunday, they won’t just be chasing a win — they will be scripting history. The five-time champions are set to become the first franchise team to play 300 T20 matches, a landmark that underlines their longevity and dominance in the format.

At the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai will join an elite list featuring only two other teams — Pakistan national cricket team and English county side Somerset County Cricket Club — to have reached the 300-match mark in T20 cricket. However, MI will stand apart as the first franchise outfit to achieve the feat.

A milestone amid title ambitions

The landmark comes as MI begin their quest to end a five-year title drought. Having last lifted the trophy in 2020, the franchise will be eager to reclaim their place at the top and potentially secure a record-extending sixth title.

Led by Hardik Pandya, the squad boasts a formidable core that includes Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah and Tilak Varma — all key members of India’s recent T20 success. A resurgent Rohit Sharma will also be central to their campaign as he looks to return to form.

MI’s depth remains one of their biggest strengths, with overseas options like Trent Boult and Ryan Rickelton adding balance, while experienced domestic names such as Deepak Chahar and Shardul Thakur provide reliability.

Top 5 teams with most T20 matches

Pakistan national cricket team – 303
Somerset County Cricket Club – 303
Mumbai Indians - 299
Hampshire County Cricket Club – 296
Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 287

Selection challenges and KKR concerns

However, MI will have to start without Mitchell Santner and Will Jacks, who are yet to join the squad. Head coach Mahela Jayawardene confirmed the duo have been granted extended time off but are expected soon.

For KKR, led by Ajinkya Rahane, the challenge is more immediate. Injuries and squad reshuffles have disrupted their bowling plans, placing added responsibility on players like Varun Chakravarthy.

As Mumbai step onto the field for their 300th T20 match, the occasion offers both a moment of reflection and a fresh beginning.

MI vs KKR Live Score: Rohit Sharma will smash KKR bowling like 'halwa'

Kris Srikkanth has backed Rohit Sharma to deliver against Kolkata Knight Riders in Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2026 opener, pointing to the batter’s record against the side.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, the former India cricketer said Rohit has often been comfortable against KKR and expects that trend to continue at the Wankhede Stadium.

“KKR used to be like halwa for Rohit Sharma a few years back. He is going to smash their bowling like eating halwa tomorrow. KKR is his badam halwa team. Once KKR comes, Rohit is in a comfort zone,” Srikkanth said while talking on his YouTube channel, as cited by India Today website.

Mumbai Indians will face KKR on Sunday, with Rohit expected to play a key role at the top. KKR, meanwhile, are likely to rely on Sunil Narine, who has had success against Rohit in the past.

Rohit’s numbers against KKR highlight his record in this match-up. He has scored 1,083 runs against them at a strike rate of 127.86, including six half-centuries and one century. His highest score is an unbeaten 109 at Eden Gardens.

At the Wankhede Stadium, Rohit has made 238 runs against KKR at a strike rate of 120.81. However, his recent returns against them have been lower, with his last half-century against KKR coming in 2020.

Despite that, Rohit’s approach in T20 cricket has changed in the past two seasons. After maintaining a strike rate of around 133 between 2016 and 2023, he increased it to 150 in 2024 and 149.28 in 2025.

Mumbai Indians will begin their campaign looking to end a five-year gap since their last title. The team last won the IPL in 2020 and has five titles between 2013 and 2020.

In the previous season, the side led by Hardik Pandya finished third after losing to Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2.

The squad includes several players from India’s T20 World Cup-winning group. Suryakumar Yadav, Pandya, Tilak Varma and Jasprit Bumrah form the core as Mumbai Indians begin their new season.

IPL Live Score: Full squads

Mumbai Indians Squad: Rohit Sharma, Quinton de Kock(w), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya(c), Sherfane Rutherford, Shardul Thakur, Corbin Bosch, Deepak Chahar, Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, Raj Bawa, Robin Minz, Naman Dhir, Ryan Rickelton, AM Ghazanfar, Mayank Markande, Danish Malewar, Ashwani Kumar, Mohammed Salahuddin Izhar, Will Jacks, Mitchell Santner, Mayank Rawat, Atharva Ankolekar, Raghu Sharma

Kolkata Knight Riders Squad: Finn Allen, Ajinkya Rahane(c), Cameron Green, Tim Seifert(w), Rovman Powell, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kartik Tyagi, Umran Malik, Rahul Tripathi, Manish Pandey, Vaibhav Arora, Rachin Ravindra, Blessing Muzarabani, Navdeep Saini, Prashant Solanki, Daksh Kamra, Sarthak Ranjan, Tejasvi Dahiya, Saurabh Dubey

IPL Live Score: Five players to watch out for

Five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) will kick off their IPL 2026 campaign against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.

With both teams eager to start strong, fans can expect an exciting contest filled with star performances.

As MI aim to end their title drought and KKR look to bounce back from a disappointing season, a few key players could make all the difference.

Rohit Sharma (MI)

Rohit Sharma remains the backbone of Mumbai Indians. Having led the franchise to five IPL titles, his experience at the top is invaluable. Even after stepping away from T20 internationals, Rohit continues to be a vital presence in the IPL.

With over 7,000 runs in the league, his ability to provide solid starts and play impactful knocks will be crucial. His role, possibly as an impact player this season, will be a major talking point.

Suryakumar Yadav (MI)

Suryakumar Yadav is one of the most dangerous T20 batters in the world. After a sensational IPL 2025 campaign where he scored 717 runs, he will once again be central to MI’s batting lineup.

Known for his 360-degree stroke play, Suryakumar has the ability to take the game away from the opposition in a matter of overs. Mumbai will rely heavily on him to anchor the middle order.

Hardik Pandya (MI)

Hardik Pandya brings balance to the Mumbai Indians squad with his all-round abilities.

Hardik’s experience and composure under pressure could be key for MI.

Sunil Narine (KKR)

A consistent match-winner for KKR over the years, Sunil Narine continues to be a vital asset. His mystery spin has troubled batters for over a decade, and his potential role as an opener adds another dimension to his game.

Narine’s all-round contribution makes him one of KKR’s most dangerous players.

Blessing Muzarabani (KKR)

Blessing Muzarabani adds pace and bounce to the KKR bowling attack. Standing tall at 6’8”, the Zimbabwean pacer can generate steep bounce, which could be effective at the Wankhede.

Having joined as a replacement, he will be eager to make an immediate impact and prove his worth.

MI vs KKR Live Score: Opening clash sets tone for season

The first match of the season is always important for both teams. For Mumbai Indians, it is about starting well and ending their run of losses in opening games.

For Kolkata Knight Riders, it is about dealing with early challenges and finding the right team combination. Both sides have players who can change the game, and the result could depend on how well they execute their plans.

The match also comes at a time when some players are still joining squads after international commitments or personal breaks. This adds uncertainty to team selections. As the season begins, both teams will look to build momentum early and gain confidence from a positive start.

MI vs KKR Live Score: Head-to-head favours Mumbai Indians

Mumbai Indians have a strong record against Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL. Out of 35 matches played between the two teams, Mumbai have won 24. This gives them a clear advantage in head-to-head results. Such records can play a role in building confidence ahead of a match.

However, each season brings new challenges, and past results do not guarantee success. Kolkata Knight Riders will look to improve their record and start the season with a win. For Mumbai Indians, this is another reason to feel confident, but they will still need to perform well on the field.

The match presents an opportunity for both teams to set the tone for their campaign.

MI vs KKR Live Score: Wankhede remains MI stronghold

The Wankhede Stadium has been a strong venue for Mumbai Indians over the years.

They have won 57 out of 92 matches at this ground, which shows their overall success here. However, their record in opening matches at this venue is not strong, with four defeats in four games.

This contrast adds another layer to the challenge they face today. While they are comfortable playing at home, the first game has often gone against them. The conditions at Wankhede usually suit their style of play, especially with their strong batting lineup and pace attack.

The team will look to use this familiarity to their advantage and try to change their record in season openers.

MI vs KKR Live Score: Can MI break opening match jinx

Mumbai Indians have a long-standing record of losing their opening match in the IPL.

They have lost their first game in 13 consecutive seasons and 14 out of 18 overall. The last time they won their opening match was in 2012 against Chennai Super Kings. This pattern has become a talking point every year.

Despite being strong over the full season, Mumbai have struggled to start well. Coach Mahela Jayawardene said the team is focused on playing with intensity and not changing preparation just for the first game.

"I mean it is very different in the room, but there is no way for us to, I don't think, prepare differently. I think we just...if you look at the season that I was involved in, we had close matches we lost. I think I have spoken to the boys about it - the intensity being there for that first game, I think that's all we can control," Mahela Jayawardene, MI's coach, said on the eve of the game.

The question remains whether Mumbai Indians can finally start with a win this time.

IPL Live Score: KKR rely on mixed squad options

Kolkata Knight Riders have a mix of Indian and overseas players in their squad. Ajinkya Rahane leads the side and brings experience, while young players like Angkrish Raghuvanshi add local presence. The team also has players like Rachin Ravindra and Matheesha Pathirana, who were previously associated with Chennai Super Kings.

Tim Seifert is expected to be the main wicketkeeper option, while all-rounders Cameron Green and Sunil Narine provide balance and firepower to the side. D

espite the talent available, the team still has questions to answer about their best playing combination. With injuries affecting their bowling, the batting and all-rounders will need to step up.

The opening match will be important for KKR to test their plans and identify the right balance.

KKR vs MI Live Score: KKR face bowling concerns ahead of clash

Kolkata Knight Riders come into the match with several issues in their bowling unit.

Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman was released following BCCI instructions, while Indian pacers Akash Deep and Harshit Rana are out of the tournament due to injuries.

This has forced the team to rethink their bowling plans. Blessing Muzarabani could play a key role early in the season, but a lot will depend on Varun Chakravarthy, who is expected to lead the spin attack.

The bowling lineup looks different from what the team had planned after the auction. These changes could affect their performance, especially against a strong Mumbai Indians batting unit. The team management will have to find the right balance quickly to stay competitive in the tournament.

MI vs KKR Live Score: Overseas options add depth to MI

Mumbai Indians have several overseas players to choose from this season. The squad includes Quinton de Kock, Ryan Rickelton, Sherfane Rutherford, Corbin Bosch, Mitchell Santner, Will Jacks, AM Ghazanfar and Trent Boult.

Boult is expected to play an important role with Jasprit Bumrah in the pace attack. However, the team will be without Will Jacks and Mitchell Santner for the opening match, as both are yet to join the squad.

Head coach Mahela Jayawardene confirmed that the two players have been given extra time for personal reasons and will join soon.

This means Mumbai Indians will have to adjust their combination for the first game. Even without them, the team still has enough options to field a balanced XI and compete strongly against Kolkata Knight Riders.

MI vs KKR Live Score: Strong core boosts Mumbai Indians hopes

Mumbai Indians go into the match with a strong, perhaps the strongest in the tournament, Indian core. Players like Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Tilak Varma and Jasprit Bumrah form the backbone of the side.

Many of them were part of India’s T20 World Cup-winning squad, which adds experience to the team. Rohit Sharma will be looking to return to form with the bat after a quiet period.

While Bumrah will again be key with the ball. The team also has depth in both batting and bowling, which gives them options in different match situations.

This balance is one of the reasons why Mumbai Indians are considered strong contenders. However, they will need to execute well on the field to turn that potential into results.

MI vs KKR IPL Live Score: Mumbai begin quest to end drought

Mumbai Indians start their IPL 2026 campaign aiming to win their record-breaking sixth title. The team has not lifted the trophy since 2020, even though they are one of the most successful sides in the league with five titles between 2013 and 2020.

Last season, they reached the playoffs and finished third after losing to Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2.

Led by Hardik Pandya, the team has a balanced squad this time as well. The aim will be to start well and build momentum early in the tournament.

Mumbai Indians have often struggled to get going in the first match, and that remains a concern. However, with a strong group of players available, they will look to change that pattern and begin with a win against Kolkata Knight Riders.

IPL Live Score: Hello & Welcome

Welcome to the live coverage of the IPL 2026 clash between Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders. The match is being played at the Wankhede Stadium, where Mumbai Indians begin their campaign. This game brings together two teams with different concerns ahead of the season.

Mumbai Indians are looking to end a five-year wait for the title, while Kolkata Knight Riders are dealing with changes in their squad due to injuries and availability issues.

The focus will also be on whether Mumbai Indians can finally win their opening match after losing their first game in each of the last 13 seasons.

Fans will be watching closely as both teams look to start the new season on a positive note.

Stay with TOI for ball-by-ball updates, key moments, and analysis from this contest.