RR vs MI highlights, IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals beat Mumbai Indians by 27 runs in rain-hit 11-over-a-side match
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RR vs MI highlights, IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals beat Mumbai Indians by 27 runs in rain-hit 11-over-a-side match

RR vs MI highlights, IPL 2026: Yashasvi Jaiswal hammered a half-century and raised 80 runs for the opening wicket with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi at breakneck pace as Rajasthan Royals thrashed Mumbai Indians by 27 runs in a rain-shortened 11-overs-a-side Match 13 in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati on Tuesday.

This is Rajasthan Royals' third successive win as they took the top table with six points.

After Yashasvi Jaiswal hammered a sensational 77 not out off 32 balls, smashing 10 boundaries and four sixes, to help Rajasthan Royals post a mammoth 150/3, the bowlers took over as they reduced Mumbai Indians for 46/5 in the fifth over, sending back Ryan Rickelton, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav and HardikPandya for single digit scores in the match, which was delayed by two-and-a-half hours because of rain. Mi failed to recover from the top-order collapse and slumped to their second successive defeat as Rajasthan bowlers did well, mixing up their deliveries.

Chasing a massive target of 151, the Mumbai Indians succumbed to scoreboard pressure as they lost Ryan Rickelton (8), who hammered a six on the previous delivery, off the last ball of the first over, the South African opener miscuing Jofra Archer a mile high and was pouched by keeper Dhruv Jurel in the short third region. Suryakumar Yadav (6) paddled Nandre Burger to six of the second ball he faced and fell a legal delivery later, hitting straight down the throat of Jofra Archer at deep backward square leg as Mumbai slumped to 20/2.

Sandeep Sharma pushed Mumbai Indians further into the abyss when he pinned Rohit Sharma on the crease for a plumb lbw decision, upheld by DRS, as the five-time champions were reduced to 22/3 in the third over. Sandeep got Rohit for the sixth time in IPL.

With the Mumbai Indians needing 126 for 46 balls, Tilak Varma struck Tushar Deshpande for a four, as did skipper Hardik Pandya, as they scored 11 runs off the fourth over. Pandya (9) struck Ravi Bishnoi for a four and then slapped the next one straight to Jaiswal at long-on, and MI were down to 41/4. Tilak Varma smashed straight into the hands of Shimron Hetmyer at deep mid-wicket, getting out for 14 off 10 balls -- MI down to 46/5.

Naman Dhir whacked Sandeep Sharma over cow corner for a six and an edged four, scoring 14 runs off the sixth over, leaving the Mumbai Indians needing 91 from 30 balls. Sherfane Rutherford hit Bishnoi for boundaries off successive balls and a couple of huge sixes off Deshpande before slicing hard to short-third, where Sandeep Sharma picks a sensational catch, inches above the ground, diving forward. That ended Mumbai's fight, and they ended at 123/9 in 11 overs, slumping to their second successive defeat.

Asked to bat first, Rajasthan Royals were off to a blistering start as Yashasvi Jaiswal hammered four boundaries and a six to score 22 runs off the first over bowled by Deepak Chahar, who bowled a couple of loose deliveries, attempting to get the ball to swing.

The much-anticipated face-off between the 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Jasprit Bumrah went in favour of the teenager as he whipped the seasoned pacer for two sixes -- one over mid-on and the other over deep square leg as Rajasthan Royals blasted 14 runs from the second over.

Jaiswal welcomed Trent Boult with sixes off his first two balls, as the bowler strayed onto the pads on the first delivery and went down outside off on the next. A single later, Sooryavanshi hammered a big one, picking a shortish delivery off his pads to plant it into the stands over deep backward square leg as RR blazed to fifty in just 16 balls.

Hardik Pandya, who returned to playing XI after missing the last match, bowled a fine over and conceded only four runs in the fourth over, but the caning of the bowlers continued as Shardul Thakur's first ball was thrashed out of the ground by Sooryavanshi. He followed the six with a four off the second and another six off the fifth ball. However, Thakur had the last laugh as he had Sooryavanshi caught by Tilak Varma, a few feet before the boundary rope, timing his jump to perfection. Sooryavanshi smashed 39 off 14 balls, hitting one four and five sixes.

Dhruv Jurel (2) survived only three balls, trapped lbw by Ghazanfar with one that skidded and rapped the batter on the back pad as RR dropped to 84/2. Jaiswal continued batting in fourth gear, putting on display brilliant power-hitting as he blazed to his half-century off 23 balls with a four off a short and wide one by Pandya. He celebrated the milestone with a six off the first ball of the ninth over, bowled by Ghazanfar.

Skipper Riyan Parag struck a six each off Pandya and Ghazanfar before holing out to Tilak Varma near the long-on fence, returning to the dugout after a 10-ball 20, studded with one four and two sixes. Jaiswal struck Bumrah for a six in the 10th over as the left-handed opener remained unbeaten with 77. Ghazanfar was the best MI bowler with 2-21 in two overs.
22:15 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Low full toss!
A low full toss from Deep Chahar and he is punished. You just can't bowl this to Yashasvi. He is too good at this. He smashes. One bounce. Two bounce and it's a boundary.
22:12 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: SIX! for YJ
SIX! Yashasvi Jaiswal on fire. He whacks Deepak Chahar over deep mid wicket region. Superb hit from the left hander. Brilliant start from the left hander.
22:11 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: FOUR! What a start!
FOUR! Yashasvi Jaiswal hits the first ball for a boundary, Poor delivery from Deepak Chahar. The ball races towards deep mid wicjet fence.
22:10 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: It's time for action!
Rajasthan Royals opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal are in the middle.

Deepak Chahar will open the attack for Mumbai Indians

Here we go ... !!!
22:09 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: TOSS REPORT
RR vs MI Live Score: TOSS REPORT

Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bowl against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match, which has been reduced to 11-overs-a-side on Tuesday.

The match was delayed by over two-and-a-half hours due to persistent rain.

Skipper Pandya has recovered from his illness and returns to lead MI while pacer Trent Boult and spinner Allah Ghazanfar also make a comeback to the playing XI after missing the previous match.

Hosts Rajasthan are fielding an unchanged side.

The Teams:

Mumbai Indians: Hardik Pandya (capt), Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Naman Dhir, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, AM Ghazanfar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah.

Rajasthan Royals: Riyan Parag(c), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel(w), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Tushar Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma.

Here are the Impact substitutes for both the teams:

Rajasthan Royals Impact subs - Ravi Bishnoi, Ravi Singh, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Brijesh Sharma, Shubham Dubey

Mumbai Indians Impact subs - Sherfane Rutherford, Corbin Bosch, Robin Minz, Raj Bawa, Ashwani Kumar

22:04 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Impact substitutes
Here are the Impact substitutes for both the teams:

Rajasthan Royals Impact subs - Ravi Bishnoi, Ravi Singh, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Brijesh Sharma, Shubham Dubey

Mumbai Indians Impact subs - Sherfane Rutherford, Corbin Bosch, Robin Minz, Raj Bawa, Ashwani Kumar
22:03 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Playing XIs
Mumbai Indians (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton(w), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya(c), Naman Dhir, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, AM Ghazanfar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah

Rajasthan Royals (Playing XI): Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Riyan Parag (capt), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Tushar Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma
21:59 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Riyan Parag, Rajasthan Royals captain


We would have done the same thing actually.

It was supposed to be dry but then it rained a lot. It is what it is. We have had two different types of games, but really happy with how the boys handled the pressure.

Same team.

Riyan Parag
21:58 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Hardik Pandya, Mumbai Indians captain
We are going to bowl first.

It has been under covers, in rain effected games you should bat second. That has always been back of the mind. It is just start of the season and we are bound to make mistakes, you don't win IPL in the first couple of weeks. I come back, Boulty is back.

Hardik Pandya, MI captain
21:56 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: TOSS!
Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya wins toss, opts to field vs Rajasthan Royals
21:54 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Revised playing conditions

  • 11 overs per-side
  • Powerplay: 3.2 overs
  • 1 bowler can bowl a maximum of 3 overs
  • 4 bowlers can bowl a maximum of 2 overs each
  • 10 minutes mid-innings break

21:44 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE
The wait is over. An exciting 11-over clash between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians is coming up.

Good news, folks - the toss will take place at 9:55 PM IST, with the match set to begin at 10:10 PM.

It will be an 11-over-a-side contest, with the Powerplay reduced to 3.2 overs.
21:40 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE
Good news, folks

Toss will take place at 9:55 PM IST.

Match to start at 10:10 PM

It will be a 11-over-a-side match

Powerplay: 3.2 overs
21:38 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE
Both the captains - Suryakumar Yadav and Riyan Parag - are in the middle and having a chat. Theu both are standing close to the main pitch.
21:38 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE
Several members of the Rajasthan Royals’ coaching and support staff are already out in the middle. The Super Soppers are now being run over the remaining covers to clear the water.

Meanwhile, the umpires and match officials are engaged in a discussion.
21:26 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE!
Good news, folks!

The drizzle has stopped.

Young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has come out of the dressing room.

A loud cheer from the crowd for the 15-year-old batting sensation.
21:04 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE
It’s starting to feel like a repeat of yesterday’s KKR vs Punjab Kings washout, with rain refusing to relent.

The covers remain firmly in place, and overs have already begun to be reduced, putting the match in serious danger of a shortened game - or even a washout.
20:53 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Cut-off time
What is the cut-off time?

10:56 PM IST is the cut-pff time for a 5-over match.
20:38 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE!
Rain continues in Guwahati, but the Super Soppers are working to clear water from the main playing area.

Overs will start being reduced if play doesn’t begin by 20:40.
20:24 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE!
There is still a light drizzle in Guwahati.

The groundstaff and match officials are out in the middle with umbrellas, while some are wearing raincoats.

For now, conditions don’t look very promising.
20:15 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Mumbai face Rajasthan
Rajasthan Royals will be aiming to register a third consecutive win when they take on five-time champions Mumbai Indians on Tuesday.

Mumbai Indians, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back after their loss to Delhi Capitals.
20:15 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: 'Akele batting kar lunga'
'See the ball and tonk the ball' - that’s the approach young batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi follows against any opponent and any bowler in the world. As Rajasthan Royals gear up to face Mumbai Indians in a mouth-watering clash in Guwahati, the spotlight has once again shifted to the 15-year-old sensation, with much of the discussion centred around how he will tackle world-class pacer Jasprit Bumrah.

Ahead of the clash, the Rajasthan Royals team management chalked out a plan on a board, leading to a light-hearted moment.

Sooryavanshi, who was looking at the board with Vikram Rathour, Rajasthan Royals’ batting coach, by his side, started with: “Koi to akele batting karega hi na, toh mai kar leta hun akele batting.”

After Rathour nodded, Sooryavanshi added: “Aree 5 minute kam kar lunga sir,”.

He then began teasing Siddhartha Lahiri, Rajasthan Royals’ performance coach, who was writing the batting plan on the board.

“Your game plan is correct,” Sooryavanshi said.

Lahiri jokingly replied: “Isko nikalo pehle mere paas se”.
19:58 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE!
Oh no!

The rain is back

More covers are on now.

Players who were in the middle and now back in the dressing room.
19:56 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Tilak Varma, Mumbai Indians batter
(Coming into this season's IPL after a successful T20 World Cup) Yeah, I was pretty excited to play this season for the MI. To be frank, for India, I have won Asia Cup, World Cup and everything, but it's time now to win a sixth title for MI. So yes, I'm really excited for it.

(On batting at various position and his preference) To be honest, I'll just see what team needs at that moment, at that particular time, what the team needs. So according to that, I'll just see, I'll just plan accordingly my innings like who can I choose to hit at that particular time and who is bowling well, and I just calculate and I just go with the flow at that moment.

(On this season so far) Yeah, last game was not that great for us. We haven't batted well, but we are in a good shape as a team. Everyone are in good frame of mind and good shape. So hopefully this season we'll be doing great things.

Tilak Varma

19:33 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE!
There is no rain at the moment, and some of the covers have been removed, though the main cover remains in place.

The groundstaff still have plenty of work to do and are currently busy drying the surface, with the Super Soppers also in action.


19:31 (IST) Apr 07
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19:21 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Toss delayed
RR vs MI Live Score: Toss delayed

The toss of the IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indian was delayed due to persistent rain on Tuesday.

The toss was scheduled to be held at 7pm local time.

"Next update to follow once the rain stops," the IPL's official X handle wrote.

Hosts Rajasthan are unbeaten this season, winning both their games, while Mumbai Indians enter the contest on the back of a win against Kolkata Knight Riders and a loss to Delhi Capitals in their previous match.

19:18 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE!
Good news, folks!

Rain has stopped.

Covers are coming off.

Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag and his couple of teammates are making their way to the middle.
19:15 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Nandre Burger, Rajasthan Royals pacer
(How's the ball coming out?) I'd like to say it's feeling great, but I do think it's felt better. I'm kind of coming back from injury and not bowling too much, not too much training. So kind of trying to search for rhythm, fighting the action a little bit. But yeah, happy with the results thus far and how it's going.

(How to search for the rhythm?) You just have to fight through every day. I think the harder you search, the harder it is to find it. You just kind of hope that it clicks for an over and then you have it. So you just kind of keep trying to compete, keep trying to bowl, like the balls you're trying to bowl and then hopefully it clicks.

(Expectations today) Just keep things as simple as possible. Just do what you plan to do and hopefully the result goes our way. (Bowling with Jofra Archer) He's a pretty simple guy. It's just basically we try to sum up conditions as quick as we can and then just say, best ball we feel to bowl is this certain ball and then just try to execute that ball as often as you can.

Nandre Burger, RR pacer
19:09 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Rain! Rain!
19:00 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE!

Rain has returned.

Covers are back on.

The persistent showers have forced officials to delay the toss once again, with groundstaff rushing to bring the covers back on amid uncertain weather conditions in Guwahati.
18:52 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE- Toss delayed
It's official!

Toss has been delayed in Guwahati


18:48 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE

No rain but the covers are on at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati

18:40 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE
Good news, folks!

There is no sign of rain since 30 mins

Groundmen are at work at the moment.

Will the toss take place on time?
18:37 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Guwahati Weather Update
Mostly cloudy conditions are expected, with light morning showers followed by thunderstorms in parts during the afternoon. The temperature is likely to peak around 29°C. By evening, skies should turn partly cloudy, although there remains a chance of a late-night thunderstorm, with temperatures dipping to around 19°C.

During match hours, conditions look relatively stable, with partly cloudy skies and only around a 10% chance of rain.
18:37 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Pitch report
Guwahati has shown early assistance for fast bowlers this season, particularly under overcast conditions. In the only game here so far, Chennai Super Kings were bowled out for 127, with early moisture aiding seam movement, before Rajasthan Royals chased it down comfortably.

With rain forecast in the afternoon and clearer skies later, similar conditions are expected. The new ball could offer swing and seam in the Powerplay, making the initial overs crucial. As the pitch dries, batting should become easier, with dew likely to aid chasing teams under lights.
18:37 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Head-to-Head
Total matches played: 30
Rajasthan Royals: 14
Mumbai Indians: 16
18:22 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE
The rain has completely stopped, but there is still a lot of water on the outfield.

A group of groundstaff have gathered in a huddle and are engaged in a lengthy discussion.

The toss is certain to be delayed.
18:17 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE
It has been raining throughout the day in Guwahati.

However, there has been no rain for the last 20 minutes.

The covers remain in place.
18:12 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: UPDATE
It has been raining throughout the day in Guwahati.

However, there has been no rain for the last 20 minutes.

The covers remain in place.
18:10 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: 'DJ, get in, man'
Mumbai Indians are set to take on a confident Rajasthan Royals in what promises to be an exciting IPL 2026 clash in Guwahati on Tuesday. Mumbai Indians are currently sixth on the points table, while Rajasthan Royals sit second.

Rajasthan Royals have begun their campaign on a strong note, winning both their opening matches. They started with a commanding victory over Chennai Super Kings and followed it up with a narrow six-run win against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad.

Mumbai Indians, meanwhile, head into the contest on the back of a loss to Delhi Capitals.

The five-time champions have had a mixed start to the season, registering a win over Kolkata Knight Riders but struggling to find consistency.

Placed sixth in the standings, MI will be keen to bounce back, with skipper Hardik Pandya likely to return to the playing XI.

Just ahead of the clash, MI star batter Rohit Sharma was seen shouting at someone before boarding the team bus.

"DJ, get in, man", Rohit was heard shouting.

It remains unclear whether Rohit was addressing someone for being late or for any other reason.

Mumbai Indians are five-time IPL champions, having lifted the title in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020 — all under Rohit’s captaincy.
17:41 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: All eyes on Pandya
Mumbai Indians will be banking on the return of skipper Hardik Pandya as they look to bounce back against an in-form Rajasthan Royals in their IPL clash on Tuesday.

Pandya missed MI’s previous game due to illness, a setback that proved costly in their six-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals. His absence not only deprived the side of his all-round abilities but also forced a reshuffle in team combination. While Suryakumar Yadav stepped in as stand-in captain, MI struggled to find balance, particularly with the ball.

The bowling unit looked unsettled, with Corbin Bosch proving expensive, while Jasprit Bumrah has been economical but is yet to take a wicket this season. Mitchell Santner has been a bright spot in spin, but the attack overall will need to step up significantly.

MI face a stiff challenge against a Royals side that has hit the ground running this season. Rajasthan’s top order has been particularly impressive, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi providing explosive starts, while Dhruv Jurel has added solidity in the middle. Skipper Riyan Parag has led astutely, especially in crunch moments.

Their bowling unit has also delivered, with Ravi Bishnoi emerging as a key wicket-taker and Tushar Deshpande impressing at the death.
17:37 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: When and where
When: Tuesday, April 7, 7:30 PM IST

Where: Barsapara Cricket Stadium (ACA), Guwahati

Where to watch: The RR vs MI match will be broadcast by Star Sports Network, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game.
17:25 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Squads
Rajasthan Royals: Riyan Parag (c), Dhruv Jurel, Donovan Ferreira, Lhuan-Dre Pretorius, Ravi Singh, Aman Perala, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, Dasun Shanaka, Adam Milne, Brijesh Sharma, Jofra Archer, Kuldeep Sen, Kwena Maphaka, Nandre Burger, Ravi Bishnoi, and Sandeep Sharma.

Mumbai Indians: Hardik Pandya (c), Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ryan Rickleton, Robin Minz, Mitchell Santner, Corbin Bosch, Naman Dhir, Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, Allah Ghafanzar, Ashwani Kumar, Deepak Chahar, Will Jacks, Raghu Sharma, Raj Angad Bawa, Sherfane Rutherford, Mayank Markande, Shardul Thakur, Quinton de Kock, Mohammad Izhar, Danish Malewar, Atharva Ankolekar, Mayank Rawat
17:10 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Harsha Bhogle says 'it is pouring' in Guwahati
16:59 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Sooryavanshi vs Bumrah
MI are set to play an IPL game in Guwahati for the first time, and one contest to watch will be how RR batters Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Dhruv Jurel fare against ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah. Mhambrey highlighted Bumrah’s unique qualities, especially his ability to outthink batters.

“I think the ability to disguise - purely. (Lungi) Ngidi has been mentioned - he’s very different. The batters are finding it difficult to read it. I think Bumrah has the ability to disguise it, amongst the other things that he presents. So it's not kind of - you can't go in a game and say Bumrah is going to do this.

“Classic example was the England game. The first ball he bowled - no one could have expected a slower one. So I think the ability to anticipate what the batters are thinking and to be able to present a kind of an option that, as a batter, you are not expecting. I think that's his USP - I would say that,” he said.
16:59 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Pandya will be available
Mumbai Indians bowling coach Paras Mhambrey has confirmed that skipper Hardik Pandya will be available for the team’s clash against Rajasthan Royals.

Pandya had missed the previous match against Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, which MI lost by six wickets, due to illness. He returned to the nets in Guwahati on Sunday night, where he bowled and batted fluently.

“He will be available. He had a good couple of hours of net sessions yesterday, so he is fit and fine. He wasn't injured, he was unwell, that's the reason he missed the game,” said Mhambrey in the pre-match press conference.

Pandya’s absence in the last game forced MI to reshuffle their combination, with South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch replacing Trent Boult, while Deepak Chahar also came into the side.

“Well, I think that is something that you will have to take care of. Injuries are something that you can't control. But I think we got the team, we got enough guys out there to mix and match, and looking at the surface combinations, but I think we got enough guys to kind of look around.

“I think it was just a combination change. Obviously, Hardik gives you the option of a bat and a bowler – the all-rounder. Since he wasn't available, we needed a kind of replacement who could fill in that role for us. It is purely a tactical decision that we went with,” added Mhambrey.

16:58 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Mumbai Indians eager to bounce back
Mumbai Indians, meanwhile, head into the match after a setback against Delhi Capitals.

The five-time champions have had a mixed start, securing a win over Kolkata Knight Riders but struggling with consistency overall.

Currently placed sixth in the table, MI will be eager to bounce back, with captain Hardik Pandya likely to return to the playing XI.

The addition of Mitchell Santner strengthens their spin department and provides better balance, enabling the side to field a three-pronged Indian pace attack alongside Trent Boult.

On paper, both teams appear evenly matched, setting the stage for a competitive clash in Guwahati. While Rajasthan will aim to extend their winning run and cement their status as early contenders, Mumbai will be eager to regroup and get their campaign back on track.
16:58 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: It's MI vs RR today!
Buoyed by their early success, Rajasthan Royals, winner of the inaugural edition in 2008, will face five-time champions Mumbai Indians in the 13th Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Tuesday.

RR have started their campaign strongly, securing wins in their first two matches. They opened with a commanding victory over the Chennai Super Kings and later achieved a narrow six-run victory against the Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad.

The former champions possess a powerful batting lineup, featuring an aggressive opening pair in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Additionally, skipper Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel provide support in the middle order. Their quick bowlers, led by Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger, have also performed well with the new ball.
16:57 (IST) Apr 07
RR vs MI Live Score: Hello and welcome!
Hello and welcome to the Live coverage of IPL 2026 match between Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.
RR vs MI highlights, IPL 2026: Hello and welcome to the Live coverage of IPL 2026 match between Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.