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Sarfaraz vs Suryakumar: A battle within a battle as Chennai Super Kings visits Mumbai Indians

Mumbai Indians, too, has fitness concerns. Rohit Sharma has missed the last two games with a hamstring issue sustained on April 12, and his availability will hinge on a late assessment. There is, however, a boost in the form of Will Jacks, who is set to be available for selection for the first time this season.

MI will also look towards Suryakumar Yadav to rediscover his touch, much like Tilak Varma did in Ahmedabad on Monday, and provide impetus to a batting unit that has blown hot and cold.

Conditions could tilt the balance. Having chased down a 220-plus target against Kolkata Knight Riders on this very surface in its tournament-opener, Mumbai Indians will expect another high-scoring contest. Fresh off a win over Gujarat Titans on a black-soil pitch in Ahmedabad, it will look to translate that confidence into a sustained run — even as a familiar rivalry seeks new relevance this season.

Published on Apr 22, 2026

#Mumbai #Indians #Chennai #Super #Kings #familiar #rivalry #seeks #relevance"> Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings: a familiar rivalry seeks new relevance It is billed as the biggest rivalry of the Indian Premier League — not merely for the weight of silverware carried by the men in blue and gold and those in yellow, but also for the vast, global fanbases the two franchises have cultivated over the years.And yet, in IPL 2026, both Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings have spent much of the first half languishing near the bottom of the table. The paradox, however, does little to dilute the occasion. Legacy ensures that interest remains undiminished, with loyalties split across households when the two sides meet at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday night.Both teams are searching for rhythm, but it is CSK that arrives with more immediate concerns. A faltering chase of a 190-plus target in Hyderabad over the weekend exposed their fragility, and the absence of Ayush Mhatre — its leading run-scorer this season — due to a hamstring injury only compounds the challenge.The void at the top will necessitate a reshuffle. Whether the management gives rookie Kartik Sharma another go remains to be seen. There is also lingering uncertainty around the availability of MS Dhoni, adding another layer of intrigue to CSK’s composition.Also read | Sarfaraz vs Suryakumar: A battle within a battle as Chennai Super Kings visits Mumbai IndiansMumbai Indians, too, has fitness concerns. Rohit Sharma has missed the last two games with a hamstring issue sustained on April 12, and his availability will hinge on a late assessment. There is, however, a boost in the form of Will Jacks, who is set to be available for selection for the first time this season.MI will also look towards Suryakumar Yadav to rediscover his touch, much like Tilak Varma did in Ahmedabad on Monday, and provide impetus to a batting unit that has blown hot and cold.Conditions could tilt the balance. Having chased down a 220-plus target against Kolkata Knight Riders on this very surface in its tournament-opener, Mumbai Indians will expect another high-scoring contest. Fresh off a win over Gujarat Titans on a black-soil pitch in Ahmedabad, it will look to translate that confidence into a sustained run — even as a familiar rivalry seeks new relevance this season.Published on Apr 22, 2026 #Mumbai #Indians #Chennai #Super #Kings #familiar #rivalry #seeks #relevance
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Sarfaraz vs Suryakumar: A battle within a battle as Chennai Super Kings visits Mumbai Indians

Mumbai Indians, too, has fitness concerns. Rohit Sharma has missed the last two games with a hamstring issue sustained on April 12, and his availability will hinge on a late assessment. There is, however, a boost in the form of Will Jacks, who is set to be available for selection for the first time this season.

MI will also look towards Suryakumar Yadav to rediscover his touch, much like Tilak Varma did in Ahmedabad on Monday, and provide impetus to a batting unit that has blown hot and cold.

Conditions could tilt the balance. Having chased down a 220-plus target against Kolkata Knight Riders on this very surface in its tournament-opener, Mumbai Indians will expect another high-scoring contest. Fresh off a win over Gujarat Titans on a black-soil pitch in Ahmedabad, it will look to translate that confidence into a sustained run — even as a familiar rivalry seeks new relevance this season.

Published on Apr 22, 2026

#Mumbai #Indians #Chennai #Super #Kings #familiar #rivalry #seeks #relevance">Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings: a familiar rivalry seeks new relevance

It is billed as the biggest rivalry of the Indian Premier League — not merely for the weight of silverware carried by the men in blue and gold and those in yellow, but also for the vast, global fanbases the two franchises have cultivated over the years.

And yet, in IPL 2026, both Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings have spent much of the first half languishing near the bottom of the table. The paradox, however, does little to dilute the occasion. Legacy ensures that interest remains undiminished, with loyalties split across households when the two sides meet at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday night.

Both teams are searching for rhythm, but it is CSK that arrives with more immediate concerns. A faltering chase of a 190-plus target in Hyderabad over the weekend exposed their fragility, and the absence of Ayush Mhatre — its leading run-scorer this season — due to a hamstring injury only compounds the challenge.

The void at the top will necessitate a reshuffle. Whether the management gives rookie Kartik Sharma another go remains to be seen. There is also lingering uncertainty around the availability of MS Dhoni, adding another layer of intrigue to CSK’s composition.

Also read | Sarfaraz vs Suryakumar: A battle within a battle as Chennai Super Kings visits Mumbai Indians

Mumbai Indians, too, has fitness concerns. Rohit Sharma has missed the last two games with a hamstring issue sustained on April 12, and his availability will hinge on a late assessment. There is, however, a boost in the form of Will Jacks, who is set to be available for selection for the first time this season.

MI will also look towards Suryakumar Yadav to rediscover his touch, much like Tilak Varma did in Ahmedabad on Monday, and provide impetus to a batting unit that has blown hot and cold.

Conditions could tilt the balance. Having chased down a 220-plus target against Kolkata Knight Riders on this very surface in its tournament-opener, Mumbai Indians will expect another high-scoring contest. Fresh off a win over Gujarat Titans on a black-soil pitch in Ahmedabad, it will look to translate that confidence into a sustained run — even as a familiar rivalry seeks new relevance this season.

Published on Apr 22, 2026

#Mumbai #Indians #Chennai #Super #Kings #familiar #rivalry #seeks #relevance

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Rinku, Anukul take Knight Riders to first win after spinners shine

While Quinton de Kock stepped in for Rohit and scored a ton, Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma have been inconsistent so far. In a must-win situation, the team management, as suggested by captain Hardik Pandya, may need tough calls. Mhambrey, however, did not elaborate on the possible changes.

Bowling remains a concern, with none of the star recruits making a telling impact so far in the competition. Mitchell Santner is fit and expected to return against the Titans. “Santner is fit. Unlucky we missed him last game. He picked up a bug,” Mhambrey said.

With five wins from eight games, Titans hold the edge. Shubman Gill has led from the front with consistent runs, while Jos Buttler has chipped in with key fifties. Rashid Khan and Prasidh Krishna have impressed in the middle overs and will look to exploit MI’s struggles.

Published on Apr 19, 2026

#IPL #hope #stars #turn #Mumbai #Indians #visits #inform #Gujarat #Titans"> GT vs MI, IPL 2026: In hope of stars to turn up, Mumbai Indians visits in-form Gujarat Titans In a major relief to Mumbai Indians, Rohit Sharma had a long batting session in the nets at the Narendra Modi Stadium, with bowling coach Paras Mhambrey admitting that he is ‘fit’. However, a call on his availability for the must-win IPL 2026 fixture against Gujarat Titans will be taken at the toss on Monday.It has been a forgettable start for the five-time champion so far, with just a solitary win in five games, and as the team gears up against a high-flying Titans outfit on a black soil surface, the focus will firmly be on getting its campaign back on track.“It’s important to acknowledge the fact that we are in this situation. And we need to work as a unit to come out of this,” Mhambrey said. “I can assure you that we are working on it. There is no panic in the team. It’s a tough format. If you don’t turn up and play your best cricket, you are not going to win.”Also read | Rinku, Anukul take Knight Riders to first win after spinners shineWhile Quinton de Kock stepped in for Rohit and scored a ton, Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma have been inconsistent so far. In a must-win situation, the team management, as suggested by captain Hardik Pandya, may need tough calls. Mhambrey, however, did not elaborate on the possible changes.Bowling remains a concern, with none of the star recruits making a telling impact so far in the competition. Mitchell Santner is fit and expected to return against the Titans. “Santner is fit. Unlucky we missed him last game. He picked up a bug,” Mhambrey said.With five wins from eight games, Titans hold the edge. Shubman Gill has led from the front with consistent runs, while Jos Buttler has chipped in with key fifties. Rashid Khan and Prasidh Krishna have impressed in the middle overs and will look to exploit MI’s struggles.Published on Apr 19, 2026 #IPL #hope #stars #turn #Mumbai #Indians #visits #inform #Gujarat #Titans
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Rinku, Anukul take Knight Riders to first win after spinners shine

While Quinton de Kock stepped in for Rohit and scored a ton, Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma have been inconsistent so far. In a must-win situation, the team management, as suggested by captain Hardik Pandya, may need tough calls. Mhambrey, however, did not elaborate on the possible changes.

Bowling remains a concern, with none of the star recruits making a telling impact so far in the competition. Mitchell Santner is fit and expected to return against the Titans. “Santner is fit. Unlucky we missed him last game. He picked up a bug,” Mhambrey said.

With five wins from eight games, Titans hold the edge. Shubman Gill has led from the front with consistent runs, while Jos Buttler has chipped in with key fifties. Rashid Khan and Prasidh Krishna have impressed in the middle overs and will look to exploit MI’s struggles.

Published on Apr 19, 2026

#IPL #hope #stars #turn #Mumbai #Indians #visits #inform #Gujarat #Titans">GT vs MI, IPL 2026: In hope of stars to turn up, Mumbai Indians visits in-form Gujarat Titans

In a major relief to Mumbai Indians, Rohit Sharma had a long batting session in the nets at the Narendra Modi Stadium, with bowling coach Paras Mhambrey admitting that he is ‘fit’. However, a call on his availability for the must-win IPL 2026 fixture against Gujarat Titans will be taken at the toss on Monday.

It has been a forgettable start for the five-time champion so far, with just a solitary win in five games, and as the team gears up against a high-flying Titans outfit on a black soil surface, the focus will firmly be on getting its campaign back on track.

“It’s important to acknowledge the fact that we are in this situation. And we need to work as a unit to come out of this,” Mhambrey said. “I can assure you that we are working on it. There is no panic in the team. It’s a tough format. If you don’t turn up and play your best cricket, you are not going to win.”

Also read | Rinku, Anukul take Knight Riders to first win after spinners shine

While Quinton de Kock stepped in for Rohit and scored a ton, Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma have been inconsistent so far. In a must-win situation, the team management, as suggested by captain Hardik Pandya, may need tough calls. Mhambrey, however, did not elaborate on the possible changes.

Bowling remains a concern, with none of the star recruits making a telling impact so far in the competition. Mitchell Santner is fit and expected to return against the Titans. “Santner is fit. Unlucky we missed him last game. He picked up a bug,” Mhambrey said.

With five wins from eight games, Titans hold the edge. Shubman Gill has led from the front with consistent runs, while Jos Buttler has chipped in with key fifties. Rashid Khan and Prasidh Krishna have impressed in the middle overs and will look to exploit MI’s struggles.

Published on Apr 19, 2026

#IPL #hope #stars #turn #Mumbai #Indians #visits #inform #Gujarat #Titans

In a major relief to Mumbai Indians, Rohit Sharma had a long batting session in…

he wrote on X. For a man long dubbed the gold standard, the shift is personal. “For a long time, I felt like the ‘father of fielding’… but watching these modern athletes… makes me feel like the ‘grandfather of fielding’.”

Rhodes’ own career was defined by inner-circle brilliance, but he admits the boundary was once an afterthought. “There was no focus on the modern day ‘hotspots’ on the boundaries,” he said, before tracing the change to his coaching days with Mumbai Indians. Encounters with players like Kieron Pollard and Glenn Maxwell reshaped the approach, introducing the now-familiar art of airborne saves and relay catches.

In an era of relentless hitting and Impact Players, Rhodes sees fielding as cricket’s last line of resistance. Iyer’s effort, he believes, was not just spectacular but necessary. And perhaps, fittingly, it came under the watch of Ricky Ponting, “one of the greatest fielders in the game.”

Published on Apr 18, 2026

#Shreyas #Iyers #relay #catch #leaves #Jonty #Rhodes #awe #fieldings #evolution"> Shreyas Iyer’s relay catch leaves Jonty Rhodes in awe of fielding’s evolution South Africa great Jonty Rhodes has seen fielding evolve from instinct to innovation, from sharp reflexes in the ring to choreographed brilliance at the boundary. And yet, even he found himself in awe.During Punjab Kings’ IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians, PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer produced a moment that felt both modern and inevitable. In the 18th over, with MI captain Hardik Pandya looking to launch Marco Jansen into the stands, the ball soared towards long-on. Iyer sprinted across, judged the trajectory, and completed a juggling act at the rope, catching the ball, tossing it back mid-air as he lost balance, and relaying it to Xavier Bartlett to complete a “team catch”.Watching it unfold, Rhodes could not help but reflect. “Watching Shreyas Iyer perform that acrobatic fielding to assist in taking the ‘team catch’ made me appreciate how fielding has evolved since my retirement,” he wrote on X. For a man long dubbed the gold standard, the shift is personal. “For a long time, I felt like the ‘father of fielding’… but watching these modern athletes… makes me feel like the ‘grandfather of fielding’.”Rhodes’ own career was defined by inner-circle brilliance, but he admits the boundary was once an afterthought. “There was no focus on the modern day ‘hotspots’ on the boundaries,” he said, before tracing the change to his coaching days with Mumbai Indians. Encounters with players like Kieron Pollard and Glenn Maxwell reshaped the approach, introducing the now-familiar art of airborne saves and relay catches.In an era of relentless hitting and Impact Players, Rhodes sees fielding as cricket’s last line of resistance. Iyer’s effort, he believes, was not just spectacular but necessary. And perhaps, fittingly, it came under the watch of Ricky Ponting, “one of the greatest fielders in the game.”Published on Apr 18, 2026 #Shreyas #Iyers #relay #catch #leaves #Jonty #Rhodes #awe #fieldings #evolution
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he wrote on X. For a man long dubbed the gold standard, the shift is personal. “For a long time, I felt like the ‘father of fielding’… but watching these modern athletes… makes me feel like the ‘grandfather of fielding’.”

Rhodes’ own career was defined by inner-circle brilliance, but he admits the boundary was once an afterthought. “There was no focus on the modern day ‘hotspots’ on the boundaries,” he said, before tracing the change to his coaching days with Mumbai Indians. Encounters with players like Kieron Pollard and Glenn Maxwell reshaped the approach, introducing the now-familiar art of airborne saves and relay catches.

In an era of relentless hitting and Impact Players, Rhodes sees fielding as cricket’s last line of resistance. Iyer’s effort, he believes, was not just spectacular but necessary. And perhaps, fittingly, it came under the watch of Ricky Ponting, “one of the greatest fielders in the game.”

Published on Apr 18, 2026

#Shreyas #Iyers #relay #catch #leaves #Jonty #Rhodes #awe #fieldings #evolution">Shreyas Iyer’s relay catch leaves Jonty Rhodes in awe of fielding’s evolution

South Africa great Jonty Rhodes has seen fielding evolve from instinct to innovation, from sharp reflexes in the ring to choreographed brilliance at the boundary. And yet, even he found himself in awe.

During Punjab Kings’ IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians, PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer produced a moment that felt both modern and inevitable. In the 18th over, with MI captain Hardik Pandya looking to launch Marco Jansen into the stands, the ball soared towards long-on. Iyer sprinted across, judged the trajectory, and completed a juggling act at the rope, catching the ball, tossing it back mid-air as he lost balance, and relaying it to Xavier Bartlett to complete a “team catch”.

Watching it unfold, Rhodes could not help but reflect. “Watching Shreyas Iyer perform that acrobatic fielding to assist in taking the ‘team catch’ made me appreciate how fielding has evolved since my retirement,” he wrote on X. For a man long dubbed the gold standard, the shift is personal. “For a long time, I felt like the ‘father of fielding’… but watching these modern athletes… makes me feel like the ‘grandfather of fielding’.”

Rhodes’ own career was defined by inner-circle brilliance, but he admits the boundary was once an afterthought. “There was no focus on the modern day ‘hotspots’ on the boundaries,” he said, before tracing the change to his coaching days with Mumbai Indians. Encounters with players like Kieron Pollard and Glenn Maxwell reshaped the approach, introducing the now-familiar art of airborne saves and relay catches.

In an era of relentless hitting and Impact Players, Rhodes sees fielding as cricket’s last line of resistance. Iyer’s effort, he believes, was not just spectacular but necessary. And perhaps, fittingly, it came under the watch of Ricky Ponting, “one of the greatest fielders in the game.”

Published on Apr 18, 2026

#Shreyas #Iyers #relay #catch #leaves #Jonty #Rhodes #awe #fieldings #evolution

South Africa great Jonty Rhodes has seen fielding evolve from instinct to innovation, from sharp…

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Prolonged interruptions, slow over-rate in MI vs RCB pose threats to the very purpose of T20s

“Hardik Pandya, Captain, MI, has been fined for maintaining a slow over-rate. As this was his team’s first offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct, he has been fined Rs 12 lakhs,” the IPL said.

In fact, the contest had players from both teams taking several pauses amid hot and humid conditions. While the first innings ended in two hours and one minute, the second innings finished in two hours and four minutes.

David is said to have not handed over the ball to the umpires twice during RCB’s innings in which the burly Australian scored a quick 16-ball 34 not out with three sixes and two fours.

“The first incident occurred when the umpires changed the ball during the 18th over (17.2) of RCB’s batting innings. He wanted to have a look at the ball and did not hand it over despite being repeatedly asked to do so,” the IPL said.

“The second incident occurred during the 20th over (19.2), when he again did not hand over the ball to the umpires, amounting to repeated failure to comply with the instructions or directives of the umpires,” the IPL said, adding that David has admitted to the offence and accepted the sanction.

Published on Apr 13, 2026

#IPL #Tim #David #fined #breaching #code #conduct #Hardik #Pandya #penalised #slow #overrate"> IPL 2026: Tim David fined for breaching code of conduct; Hardik Pandya penalised for slow over-rate Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Tim David was on Monday fined 25 per cent of his match fee and docked one demerit point for “disobeying an umpire’s instruction” during the IPL game against Mumbai Indians.David was guilty of breaching Level 1 of IPL’s code of conduct for players and team officials, while Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya was also fined for maintaining slow over-rate.The IPL said in a statement that David was found to have breached the Article 2.4 of the IPL’s code of conduct.Pandya was fined after RCB’s innings took a little over two hours to finish.Also read | Prolonged interruptions, slow over-rate in MI vs RCB pose threats to the very purpose of T20s“Hardik Pandya, Captain, MI, has been fined for maintaining a slow over-rate. As this was his team’s first offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct, he has been fined Rs 12 lakhs,” the IPL said.In fact, the contest had players from both teams taking several pauses amid hot and humid conditions. While the first innings ended in two hours and one minute, the second innings finished in two hours and four minutes.David is said to have not handed over the ball to the umpires twice during RCB’s innings in which the burly Australian scored a quick 16-ball 34 not out with three sixes and two fours.“The first incident occurred when the umpires changed the ball during the 18th over (17.2) of RCB’s batting innings. He wanted to have a look at the ball and did not hand it over despite being repeatedly asked to do so,” the IPL said.“The second incident occurred during the 20th over (19.2), when he again did not hand over the ball to the umpires, amounting to repeated failure to comply with the instructions or directives of the umpires,” the IPL said, adding that David has admitted to the offence and accepted the sanction.Published on Apr 13, 2026 #IPL #Tim #David #fined #breaching #code #conduct #Hardik #Pandya #penalised #slow #overrate
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Prolonged interruptions, slow over-rate in MI vs RCB pose threats to the very purpose of T20s

“Hardik Pandya, Captain, MI, has been fined for maintaining a slow over-rate. As this was his team’s first offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct, he has been fined Rs 12 lakhs,” the IPL said.

In fact, the contest had players from both teams taking several pauses amid hot and humid conditions. While the first innings ended in two hours and one minute, the second innings finished in two hours and four minutes.

David is said to have not handed over the ball to the umpires twice during RCB’s innings in which the burly Australian scored a quick 16-ball 34 not out with three sixes and two fours.

“The first incident occurred when the umpires changed the ball during the 18th over (17.2) of RCB’s batting innings. He wanted to have a look at the ball and did not hand it over despite being repeatedly asked to do so,” the IPL said.

“The second incident occurred during the 20th over (19.2), when he again did not hand over the ball to the umpires, amounting to repeated failure to comply with the instructions or directives of the umpires,” the IPL said, adding that David has admitted to the offence and accepted the sanction.

Published on Apr 13, 2026

#IPL #Tim #David #fined #breaching #code #conduct #Hardik #Pandya #penalised #slow #overrate">IPL 2026: Tim David fined for breaching code of conduct; Hardik Pandya penalised for slow over-rate

Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Tim David was on Monday fined 25 per cent of his match fee and docked one demerit point for “disobeying an umpire’s instruction” during the IPL game against Mumbai Indians.

David was guilty of breaching Level 1 of IPL’s code of conduct for players and team officials, while Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya was also fined for maintaining slow over-rate.

The IPL said in a statement that David was found to have breached the Article 2.4 of the IPL’s code of conduct.

Pandya was fined after RCB’s innings took a little over two hours to finish.

Also read | Prolonged interruptions, slow over-rate in MI vs RCB pose threats to the very purpose of T20s

“Hardik Pandya, Captain, MI, has been fined for maintaining a slow over-rate. As this was his team’s first offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct, he has been fined Rs 12 lakhs,” the IPL said.

In fact, the contest had players from both teams taking several pauses amid hot and humid conditions. While the first innings ended in two hours and one minute, the second innings finished in two hours and four minutes.

David is said to have not handed over the ball to the umpires twice during RCB’s innings in which the burly Australian scored a quick 16-ball 34 not out with three sixes and two fours.

“The first incident occurred when the umpires changed the ball during the 18th over (17.2) of RCB’s batting innings. He wanted to have a look at the ball and did not hand it over despite being repeatedly asked to do so,” the IPL said.

“The second incident occurred during the 20th over (19.2), when he again did not hand over the ball to the umpires, amounting to repeated failure to comply with the instructions or directives of the umpires,” the IPL said, adding that David has admitted to the offence and accepted the sanction.

Published on Apr 13, 2026

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Tim David was on Monday fined 25 per cent of his…

Bumrah’s wicket-less run an unpleasant confrontation for MI

“A lot of things need ⁠a rethink. But we have to see other options we can have, with the bat and the ball,” Pandya ​said at the ‌post-match presentation.

“We need to still bat and bowl well. If you do that, irrespective of the toss (we should be fine).”

Mumbai’s struggles have been ‌most evident in the PowerPlay.

The lack ​of early wickets and limited support for Bumrah has raised concerns about the ⁠bowling attack, with opponents able to see off the India pacer before targeting the rest.

“Last couple ‌of games, as a bowling and batting unit, we have been catching up. Really need to reflect on what best we can do… and how to get some momentum in the PowerPlay,” Pandya said.

Suryakumar, batting at number ‌three, is not firing on all cylinders while Varma’s ​failures have put more pressure on the batting unit.

Pandya could look at moving ⁠Naman Dhir up the batting order to inject intent ⁠early, while England all-rounder Will Jacks may offer better balance in place of ‌Mitchell Santner.

Mumbai next faces Punjab Kings on Thursday, while third-placed RCB meets Lucknow Super ​Giants on Wednesday. 

Published on Apr 13, 2026

#IPL #lot #rethink #Hardik #Pandya #suffers #consecutive #defeat"> IPL 2026: ‘A lot of things need a rethink,’ says Hardik Pandya after MI suffers third consecutive defeat Mumbai Indians needs a major rethink after suffering a third consecutive defeat in ​the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Sunday, said captain ‌Hardik Pandya.Mumbai lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru ​by 18 runs at the Wankhede ⁠Stadium, leaving the five-time champion eighth in the 10-team table with just two points from four matches.Despite ‌boasting several Twenty20 World Cup-winning players—including Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah ‌and Tilak Varma—Mumbai has struggled to ‌generate ⁠any momentum.ALSO READ | Bumrah’s wicket-less run an unpleasant confrontation for MI“A lot of things need ⁠a rethink. But we have to see other options we can have, with the bat and the ball,” Pandya ​said at the ‌post-match presentation.“We need to still bat and bowl well. If you do that, irrespective of the toss (we should be fine).”Mumbai’s struggles have been ‌most evident in the PowerPlay.The lack ​of early wickets and limited support for Bumrah has raised concerns about the ⁠bowling attack, with opponents able to see off the India pacer before targeting the rest.“Last couple ‌of games, as a bowling and batting unit, we have been catching up. Really need to reflect on what best we can do… and how to get some momentum in the PowerPlay,” Pandya said.Suryakumar, batting at number ‌three, is not firing on all cylinders while Varma’s ​failures have put more pressure on the batting unit.Pandya could look at moving ⁠Naman Dhir up the batting order to inject intent ⁠early, while England all-rounder Will Jacks may offer better balance in place of ‌Mitchell Santner.Mumbai next faces Punjab Kings on Thursday, while third-placed RCB meets Lucknow Super ​Giants on Wednesday. Published on Apr 13, 2026 #IPL #lot #rethink #Hardik #Pandya #suffers #consecutive #defeat
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Bumrah’s wicket-less run an unpleasant confrontation for MI

“A lot of things need ⁠a rethink. But we have to see other options we can have, with the bat and the ball,” Pandya ​said at the ‌post-match presentation.

“We need to still bat and bowl well. If you do that, irrespective of the toss (we should be fine).”

Mumbai’s struggles have been ‌most evident in the PowerPlay.

The lack ​of early wickets and limited support for Bumrah has raised concerns about the ⁠bowling attack, with opponents able to see off the India pacer before targeting the rest.

“Last couple ‌of games, as a bowling and batting unit, we have been catching up. Really need to reflect on what best we can do… and how to get some momentum in the PowerPlay,” Pandya said.

Suryakumar, batting at number ‌three, is not firing on all cylinders while Varma’s ​failures have put more pressure on the batting unit.

Pandya could look at moving ⁠Naman Dhir up the batting order to inject intent ⁠early, while England all-rounder Will Jacks may offer better balance in place of ‌Mitchell Santner.

Mumbai next faces Punjab Kings on Thursday, while third-placed RCB meets Lucknow Super ​Giants on Wednesday. 

Published on Apr 13, 2026

#IPL #lot #rethink #Hardik #Pandya #suffers #consecutive #defeat">IPL 2026: ‘A lot of things need a rethink,’ says Hardik Pandya after MI suffers third consecutive defeat

Mumbai Indians needs a major rethink after suffering a third consecutive defeat in ​the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Sunday, said captain ‌Hardik Pandya.

Mumbai lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru ​by 18 runs at the Wankhede ⁠Stadium, leaving the five-time champion eighth in the 10-team table with just two points from four matches.

Despite ‌boasting several Twenty20 World Cup-winning players—including Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah ‌and Tilak Varma—Mumbai has struggled to ‌generate ⁠any momentum.

ALSO READ | Bumrah’s wicket-less run an unpleasant confrontation for MI

“A lot of things need ⁠a rethink. But we have to see other options we can have, with the bat and the ball,” Pandya ​said at the ‌post-match presentation.

“We need to still bat and bowl well. If you do that, irrespective of the toss (we should be fine).”

Mumbai’s struggles have been ‌most evident in the PowerPlay.

The lack ​of early wickets and limited support for Bumrah has raised concerns about the ⁠bowling attack, with opponents able to see off the India pacer before targeting the rest.

“Last couple ‌of games, as a bowling and batting unit, we have been catching up. Really need to reflect on what best we can do… and how to get some momentum in the PowerPlay,” Pandya said.

Suryakumar, batting at number ‌three, is not firing on all cylinders while Varma’s ​failures have put more pressure on the batting unit.

Pandya could look at moving ⁠Naman Dhir up the batting order to inject intent ⁠early, while England all-rounder Will Jacks may offer better balance in place of ‌Mitchell Santner.

Mumbai next faces Punjab Kings on Thursday, while third-placed RCB meets Lucknow Super ​Giants on Wednesday. 

Published on Apr 13, 2026

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Rohit Sharma has been in good touch with the bat in the first two matches for Mumbai Indians.

Rohit Sharma has been in good touch with the bat in the first two matches for Mumbai Indians. | Photo Credit: Anupam Nath

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Welcome to Sportstar’s live coverage of the IPL 2026 game between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians in Guwahati on Tuesday. 

Date & Time: April 7, 2026, 7:30 PM IST

Venue: ACA Stadium, Barsapara, Guwahati

Where to watch: Click here to find out where to watch the telecast or live stream for today’s IPL 2026 contest between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians. 

The Royals enter the encounter on the back of consecutive wins to start the season. A dominant win against Chennai Super Kings was followed by a final-over thriller against Gujarat Titans where Tushar Deshpande defended ten runs of the last six balls. 

MI, on the other hand, had a middling batting performance despite its riches in the department, which allowed Delhi Capitals to chase down the below-par target without much fuss. 

  • Good evening!

    Welcome to the live coverage of the IPL 2026 match between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians at Guwahati. There seems to be a whiff of rain around in the city. Stay tuned as we bring you live updates from the game. 

Published on Apr 07, 2026

#Live #Score #IPL #Mumbai #Indians #bounce #unbeaten #Rajasthan #Royals #weather #updates"> RR vs MI Live Score, IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians looks to bounce back against unbeaten Rajasthan Royals; weather updates RR vs MI Live Score: Catch the score, updates and highlights from the IPL 2026 match between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians taking place at the ACA Stadium in Barsapara, Guwahati. Updated : Apr 07, 2026 16:38 IST Comments Follow UsSHARE Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit READ LATERRohit Sharma has been in good touch with the bat in the first two matches for Mumbai Indians. | Photo Credit: Anupam Nath Rohit Sharma has been in good touch with the bat in the first two matches for Mumbai Indians. | Photo Credit: Anupam Nath Welcome to Sportstar’s live coverage of the IPL 2026 game between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians in Guwahati on Tuesday. Date & Time: April 7, 2026, 7:30 PM ISTVenue: ACA Stadium, Barsapara, GuwahatiWhere to watch: Click here to find out where to watch the telecast or live stream for today’s IPL 2026 contest between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians. The Royals enter the encounter on the back of consecutive wins to start the season. A dominant win against Chennai Super Kings was followed by a final-over thriller against Gujarat Titans where Tushar Deshpande defended ten runs of the last six balls. MI, on the other hand, had a middling batting performance despite its riches in the department, which allowed Delhi Capitals to chase down the below-par target without much fuss.  Good evening! Welcome to the live coverage of the IPL 2026 match between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians at Guwahati. There seems to be a whiff of rain around in the city. Stay tuned as we bring you live updates from the game. Published on Apr 07, 2026 #Live #Score #IPL #Mumbai #Indians #bounce #unbeaten #Rajasthan #Royals #weather #updates
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Rohit Sharma has been in good touch with the bat in the first two matches for Mumbai Indians.

Rohit Sharma has been in good touch with the bat in the first two matches for Mumbai Indians. | Photo Credit: Anupam Nath

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Rohit Sharma has been in good touch with the bat in the first two matches for Mumbai Indians. | Photo Credit: Anupam Nath

Welcome to Sportstar’s live coverage of the IPL 2026 game between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians in Guwahati on Tuesday. 

Date & Time: April 7, 2026, 7:30 PM IST

Venue: ACA Stadium, Barsapara, Guwahati

Where to watch: Click here to find out where to watch the telecast or live stream for today’s IPL 2026 contest between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians. 

The Royals enter the encounter on the back of consecutive wins to start the season. A dominant win against Chennai Super Kings was followed by a final-over thriller against Gujarat Titans where Tushar Deshpande defended ten runs of the last six balls. 

MI, on the other hand, had a middling batting performance despite its riches in the department, which allowed Delhi Capitals to chase down the below-par target without much fuss. 

  • Good evening!

    Welcome to the live coverage of the IPL 2026 match between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians at Guwahati. There seems to be a whiff of rain around in the city. Stay tuned as we bring you live updates from the game. 

Published on Apr 07, 2026

#Live #Score #IPL #Mumbai #Indians #bounce #unbeaten #Rajasthan #Royals #weather #updates">RR vs MI Live Score, IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians looks to bounce back against unbeaten Rajasthan Royals; weather updates

RR vs MI Live Score: Catch the score, updates and highlights from the IPL 2026 match between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians taking place at the ACA Stadium in Barsapara, Guwahati.

Updated : Apr 07, 2026 16:38 IST

Rohit Sharma has been in good touch with the bat in the first two matches for Mumbai Indians.

Rohit Sharma has been in good touch with the bat in the first two matches for Mumbai Indians. | Photo Credit: Anupam Nath

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Rohit Sharma has been in good touch with the bat in the first two matches for Mumbai Indians. | Photo Credit: Anupam Nath

Welcome to Sportstar’s live coverage of the IPL 2026 game between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians in Guwahati on Tuesday. 

Date & Time: April 7, 2026, 7:30 PM IST

Venue: ACA Stadium, Barsapara, Guwahati

Where to watch: Click here to find out where to watch the telecast or live stream for today’s IPL 2026 contest between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians. 

The Royals enter the encounter on the back of consecutive wins to start the season. A dominant win against Chennai Super Kings was followed by a final-over thriller against Gujarat Titans where Tushar Deshpande defended ten runs of the last six balls. 

MI, on the other hand, had a middling batting performance despite its riches in the department, which allowed Delhi Capitals to chase down the below-par target without much fuss. 

  • Good evening!

    Welcome to the live coverage of the IPL 2026 match between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians at Guwahati. There seems to be a whiff of rain around in the city. Stay tuned as we bring you live updates from the game. 

Published on Apr 07, 2026

#Live #Score #IPL #Mumbai #Indians #bounce #unbeaten #Rajasthan #Royals #weather #updates

RR vs MI Live Score: Catch the score, updates and highlights from the IPL 2026…