The 13th match of RR vs MI IPL prediction 2026 Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Both teams have strong squads, but MI has historically dominated this fixture. However, RR’s home advantage at Guwahati could level the playing field.
In this post, you will get:
✅ Detailed pitch report and weather update
✅ Head-to-head record (all time & last 5 matches)
✅ Predicted playing XI with Impact Player
✅ Toss prediction and its impact
✅ Match winner prediction with confidence meter
✅ Key battles & fantasy cricket tips
Our early prediction: Mumbai Indians have a 55% chance to win, but RR’s spin attack on this pitch could cause an upset.
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Match Basic Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | IPL 2026 |
| Match | Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians |
| Date | April 7, 2026 |
| Venue | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST (2:00 PM GMT) |
| Toss Time | 7:00 PM IST |
| Live Streaming | JioCinema, Star Sports Network |
Pitch Report & Weather – Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium has hosted only a handful of IPL matches, but the trend is clear:
- Average 1st innings score: 165-175 runs
- Pitch nature: Balanced – helps pacers initially, then becomes slower for batters. Spinners get significant turn in the middle overs.
- Boundary size: Moderate (65-70 meters straight, 60-65 meters square)
- Dew factor: Minimal in Guwahati compared to coastal venues. However, some dew may appear after 9 PM.
Weather forecast for April 7, 2026 (Guwahati):
- Temperature: 28°C to 34°C
- Humidity: 55-65%
- Rain chance: 5% (clear skies expected)
- Wind: Light breeze from east
Pitch verdict: A first-innings score of 170+ is competitive. Teams winning the toss are likely to bowl first because the pitch tends to get easier for batting under lights. RR vs MI IPL prediction 2026
Head-to-Head Record (RR vs MI)
| Matches Played | RR Won | MI Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 (all IPL) | 13 | 17 | 0 |
Last 5 meetings:
- MI won by 6 wickets (2025)
- RR won by 9 wickets (2024)
- MI won by 5 wickets (2024)
- RR won by 3 runs (2023)
- MI won by 8 wickets (2023)
Trend: MI leads overall, but RR has won 2 of the last 5 encounters. At neutral venues, MI has a slight edge. RR vs MI IPL prediction 2026
Predicted Playing XI (with Impact Player)
Rajasthan Royals (RR) Probable XI
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Jos Buttler (wk)
- Sanju Samson (c)
- Riyan Parag
- Dhruv Jurel
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Ravichandran Ashwin
- Trent Boult
- Yuzvendra Chahal
- Sandeep Sharma
- Avesh Khan
Impact Player: Donovan Ferreira (if batting first) / Kuldeep Sen (if bowling first) RR vs MI IPL prediction 2026
Key form notes (last 3 matches):
- Yashasvi Jaiswal: 67, 22, 89
- Sanju Samson: 45, 31, 102*
- Trent Boult: 2w, 1w, 3w
- Yuzvendra Chahal: 1w, 2w, 2w
Mumbai Indians (MI) Probable XI
- Rohit Sharma
- Ishan Kishan (wk)
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya (c)
- Tim David
- Gerald Coetzee
- Piyush Chawla
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Akash Madhwal
- Kumar Kartikeya
Impact Player: Nehal Wadhera (if batting first) / Nuwan Thushara (if bowling first)
Key form notes (last 3 matches):
- Rohit Sharma: 35, 12, 78
- Suryakumar Yadav: 4, 83*, 45
- Jasprit Bumrah: 2w, 3w, 1w
- Hardik Pandya: 15+1w, 40+0w, 22+2w
Toss Prediction & Its Impact
- Who will win the toss? 55% chance – Mumbai Indians (based on recent toss records)
- What will they choose? Bowl first – 8 out of 10 teams at Barsapara have chosen to field first in IPL.
- Impact: If MI bowls first, their win probability increases to 65%. If RR bats first, they need to score 180+ to defend.
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Key Battles – These 3 Will Decide the Match
- Yuzvendra Chahal vs Suryakumar Yadav
SKY has struggled against leg-spin in the middle overs. Chahal has dismissed him twice in IPL. - Trent Boult vs Rohit Sharma
Boult has dismissed Rohit 4 times in IPL – the most by any bowler. The powerplay battle is crucial. - Jasprit Bumrah vs Sanju Samson
Samson has a strike rate of just 115 against Bumrah in IPL with 2 dismissals. Bumrah will likely bowl one over in the powerplay and two at death.
Match Winner Prediction – Who Will Win?
My Prediction: Mumbai Indians (MI) will win this match.
Three reasons:
- MI’s batting depth (No. 7 Tim David, No. 8 Coetzee) is stronger than RR’s lower order.
- Bumrah’s death-over skills (economy 6.8 in last 2 IPL seasons) vs RR’s middle order.
- MI has won 4 of their last 5 matches against RR.
Confidence Meter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (75%)
⚠️ Disclaimer: This prediction is for entertainment purposes only. Do not use for betting.
Conclusion
The RR vs MI clash at Guwahati promises to be a tight contest. While RR has home advantage and a quality spin attack, MI’s powerful batting lineup and Bumrah’s death bowling give them a slight edge.
RR vs MI IPL prediction 2026
Our final call: Mumbai Indians will win – but only if they handle Chahal’s middle-overs spell. If RR posts 180+, the game flips.
What’s your prediction? Comment below!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Who will win today’s RR vs MI match?
A: Based on analysis, Mumbai Indians have a 55-60% chance to win.
Q2: What is the average score at Barsapara Stadium?
A: 165-175 runs in the first innings.
Q3: When is the toss?
A: April 7, 7:00 PM IST.
Q4: Is there any rain expected?
A: No, clear skies predicted.
Q5: Who has a better head-to-head record?
A: Mumbai Indians (17 wins vs RR’s 13).
