MI vs RR Dream11 Prediction: Mumbai Indians are set to host the in-form Rajasthan Royals at Wankhede Stadium on Monday, April 01, 2024, with the match scheduled to kick off at 07:30 PM (IST). Mumbai lost the opening two fixtures, and captain Hardik Pandya is under immense pressure to turn the tide around for his beleaguered team. The Royals, on the other hand, are unbeaten after two rounds of fixtures and will be eyeing a third consecutive win.
Ahead of IPL 2024, Mumbai Indians reshuffled their squad. They signed Gerald Coetzee, Dilshan Madushanka, Nuwan Thushara, and Mohammad Nabi during the IPL mini-auction back in December 2023. However, the biggest addition was Hardik Pandya, who was also appointed as the captain, a decision that hasn’t been well-received by the franchise’s fan base, who viewed it as a disrespect towards Rohit Sharma. Replacing Sharma as MI captain was always going to be a difficult task, yet a positive start to the season would have given Pandya some respite. Therefore, the upcoming match holds significant importance. This is MI’s first home fixture, and a victory could help Pandya win over the fans.
Rajasthan Royals have commenced the IPL 2024 season with a formidable performance, boasting a flawless 100% win record along with Kolkata Knight Riders. They possess a formidable batting lineup featuring renowned players such as Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, and Shimron Hetmyer. Moreover, their bowling department appears solid, with Avesh Khan and Yuzvendra Chahal displaying exceptional form. The 2008 champions possess all the necessary components to emerge victorious this season.
MI vs RR Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch Report: This venue is poised to witness an exhilarating run bonanza, given its reputation as a batsman’s paradise. The average first innings score during IPL 2023 stood at an impressive 198, clearly indicating the track’s flat nature. However, despite its benign nature, the new ball does offer some assistance to the bowlers initially, although the batsmen are expected to take command as the match progresses.
Weather Report: The weather in Mumbai is expected to be dry and humid. There’s no or little chance of rain today, so we should see a complete game with no disturbance from the weather. The temperature is likely to hover between 32°C – 34°C when the match starts at Wankhede Stadium.
Head To Head Record
| Matches played | 29 |
| MI Wins | 16 |
| RR Wins | 13 |
| No Result | 00 |
Injury and availability News
Mumbai Indians
- Suryakumar Yadav is still facing some fitness issues and is likely to sit out this game as well. The 33-year-old missed MI’s first two games due to the injury.
- No other issues for the 5-time IPL champions, but the team management is likely to ring in some changes, especially in the bowling department after the horror show against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
- Dilshan Madushanka might replace Kwena Maphaka in MI Playing XI.
Rajasthan Royals
- RR have no injury concerns with every player available for selection.
- They are likely to stick with the same combination that featured in the first two matches.
TOP Picks For MI vs RR Dream 11 Match
Captain Options:
- Rohit Sharma: He is one of the best white-ball batsman ever. With the scores of 43 (29 balls) and 26 (12 balls) in the first two innings, the former Mumbai Indians captain looks in terrific form as well. There are no signs of frustration or disappointment over the way MI’s captaincy was taken from him.
Dream11 Team Stats In Last Match: 26 runs (12, 1X4, 3X6) - Yashasvi Jaiswal: India’s young sensation has had a slow start to IPL 2024 campaign. He is nowhere near the level he showed last season when he accumulated 625 runs for RR. But a player of his quality get their act together sooner than later.
- Sanju Samson: Royals captain looks focused and determinant to perform with the bat and lay his claim on India’s T20 Squad for the World Cup. He started the season with an unbeaten 82 off 52 balls against LSG.
Dream11 Team Stats In Last Match: 15 runs (14, 3X4, 0X6) - Hardik Pandya: Mi’s new captain needs to rise to the challenge. He is too good a player to nit impact the match as he can with both bat and ball.
- Jasprit Bumrah: He needs no introduction at all. Bumrah comes from a unique breed of bowlers who don’t need the assistance from pitch. However, the way SRH treated Bumrah in the last game, Bumrah might be even more ruthless in his approach here.
Vice-Captain Options:
- Yuzvendra Chahal: Picked up two crucial wickets against Delhi Capitals. He is hard to pick and knows how to fool the batsmen.
Dream11 Team Stats In Last Match: 3-0-19-2 - Jos Buttler: The Englishman might have struggled in the first two games, but he remains one of the most dangerous batters in white-ball cricket.
- Riyan Parag: Won the player of the match for his breathtaking innings of 84 runs. He was sensational and on a flat pitch at Wankhede Stadium, he could take his game to even new levels.
Dream11 Team Stats In Last Match: 84* runs (45, 7X4, 6X6) - Ishan Kishan: Blasted his way to 34 runs in just 13 balls against the Sunrisers Hyderabad. Kishan provides an X-Factor at the top, and can take the game away from the opponents if he stays on the pitch for 10 overs.
Dream11 Team Stats In Last Match: 34* runs (13, 2X4, 4X6)
MI vs RR Predicted Lineups
Mumbai Indians Expected Playing 11: I Kishan (wk), R Sharma, Naman Dhir, Tilak Varma, H Pandya (C), T David, R Shepherd, P Chawla, G Coetzee, J Bumrah, K Maphaka / D Madushanka
Rajasthan Royals Expected Playing 11: Y Jaiswal, J Buttler, S Samson (C), R Parag, D Jurel, S Hetmyer, R Ashwin, Avesh Khan, T Boult, Sandeep Sharma, Y Chahal
MI vs RR Dream 11 Prediction Team 1
- Wicketkeepers: S Samson, I Kishan
- Batsmen: R Sharma (C), Y Jaiswal (VC), T Varma
- All-rounders: H Pandya, R Ashwin, R Parag
- Bowlers: Y Chahal, J Bumrah, T Boult
MI vs RR Dream 11 Prediction Team 2
- Wicketkeepers: J Buttler (VC), I Kishan
- Batsmen: R Sharma, Y Jaiswal, T Varma
- All-rounders: H Pandya (C), R Ashwin, R Parag
- Bowlers: Y Chahal, J Bumrah, A Khan
Disclaimer: The above teams are based on the data and instincts of the writer. While picking players for your team, consider the points mentioned above, and make your own wise decision.
