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

Middle Order: Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Romario Shepherd

RCB’s middle order boasts power and versatility with Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Jitesh Sharma, and Romario Shepherd. David adds finishing firepower and has already registered an impactful fifty. Shepherd, another all-round option, will look to make a stronger impact with the bat. Krunal contributes with both bat and ball, offering balance, while Jitesh’s role behind the stumps remains crucial despite modest returns with the bat so far.