Mumbai Indians are gearing up to take on Royal Challengers Bangalore today. Both teams are looking to bounce back from their previous losses. Mumbai Indians have won only one out of their four matches, while RCB has won two out of three.
Jasprit Bumrah’s return from injury could be a game-changer for Mumbai Indians. The team’s star player, Suryakumar Yadav, has been in great form, scoring 171 runs in four matches. Hardik Pandya has also been impressive with the ball, taking eight wickets in three matches.
RCB, on the other hand, has struggled with their batting. Phil Salt has been their top scorer with 102 runs in three matches. Josh Hazlewood has been their best bowler, taking six wickets in three matches.
The head-to-head record between the two teams is in favor of Mumbai Indians, who have won 19 out of 33 matches. However, RCB has been doing well in the current season and is placed higher in the points table.
If Bumrah returns to the team, it could further strengthen Mumbai Indians’ chances. The team’s captain, Hardik Pandya, has been in great form with the ball, and the return of Bumrah could make their bowling attack even more lethal.
Here are the predicted lineups for both teams:
Mumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma, Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (captain), Naman Dhir, Tilak Verma, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Ashwini Kumar.
Royal Challengers Bangalore: Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar (captain), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wicket-keeper), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Suyash Sharma.
The odds are in favor of Mumbai Indians, with a 75% chance of winning. RCB has a 25% chance of winning.
As Mumbai Indians tweeted, “Boom is back. Home game vs RCB tonight. Monday ho toh aisa!” The team is excited to have Bumrah back and is looking forward to the match.
