IPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s strongest predicted XI against Mumbai Indians

Despite their recent dip in form, RCB still remain one of the favourites to secure a top-four berth and qualify for the playoffs

By Vatsal Vora

Updated - 09 May 2026, 18:03 IST

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Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Dar

Bhuvneshwar Kumar (Photo Source: IPL)

Amongst all the batting stars in their squad, it is RCB’s bowling unit that has seen them secure the win on multiple occasions. Bhuvneshwar Kumar is still the holder of the Purple Cap with 17 wickets to his name this season at an economy rate of 7.64. Meanwhile, both Krunal Pandya and Josh Hazlewood have chipped in with 10 and nine wickets, respectively. 


RCB’s predicted playing XI vs MI in Match 54, IPL 2026:

Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (captain), Jitesh Sharma (wicketkeeper), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Dar
 
Impact Player: Jacob Bethell

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