IPL 2025: Match 50, RR vs MI Match Prediction – Who will win today’s IPL match between RR vs MI?

Match Overview

Rajasthan Royals (RR) continue their ongoing Indian Premier League 2025 campaign by taking on Mumbai Indians (MI) in their upcoming match. Both sides will face off at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur in the 50th game of the tournament on Thursday, May 01.

The Royals will be coming into the clash after a dominating victory in their last match against the Gujarat Titans by eight wickets, courtesy of 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi's scintillating ton. The home team finally broke their five-match losing streak to keep their slim playoff hopes alive. Riyan Parag-led team are currently sitting in the eighth position with six points and a negative NRR of 0.349.

On the other hand, Mumbai has made a dramatic turnaround in its campaign, winning five games in a row to hold the second position in the tally. The Hardik Pandya-led side, which was earlier at the ninth spot, has quickly regrouped and found their rhythm. With the aspiration of finishing in the top two, Mumbai will leave no stone unturned in the coming game. 

Match Details

Pitch Report – Sawai Mansingh Stadium

The Sawai Mansingh Stadium is likely to be a high-scoring one, just like the previous match played here. The pitch will be hard with a good grass covering, allowing the ball to come on nicely to the bat, especially early on. Batters can play their shots freely, while bowlers will need to stick to good lines and lengths during the powerplay. Dew is likely to play a significant role in the second innings, making it tougher for bowlers to grip the ball. Notably, 39 out of 60 IPL games have been won while chasing. Spinners might find some help as the pitch dries up, but it is expected to be a decent batting deck with an uneven bounce. 

RR vs MI Head-to-Head Record

Probable Playing XI

Rajasthan Royals (RR):

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag(c), Dhruv Jurel(w), Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Yudhvir Singh Charak.

Impact Player: Shubham Dubey

Mumbai Indians (MI):

Ryan Rickelton(w), Rohit Sharma, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(c), Naman Dhir, Corbin Bosch, Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, Karn Sharma.

Impact Player: Jasprit Bumrah

RR vs MI Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter Prediction – Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR)

Rajasthan's dependable opener Yashasvi Jaiswal could be the best batter in the upcoming game against the Mumbai Indians. With 426 runs in 10 matches, Jaiswal currently sits in the fourth position on the highest run-getter list this season. Notably, in his last five innings, he has produced four fifty-plus scores and was dismissed on 49 against RCB. The Southpaw will be running high on confidence and look to hammer the MI bowlers all around the park. 

Probable Best Bowler Prediction – Hardik Pandya (MI)

MI's skipper Hardik Pandya could be crucial with the ball in the forthcoming match against the Royals. Pandya, who has taken 12 wickets in nine games, is currently the second-highest wicket-taker for his side. Interestingly, the all-rounder's record at this ground in IPL has been decent, taking three wickets in four games at an average of 33.00 and an economy of 9.28.

Today's Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match

Scenario 1

If Rajasthan Royals bowls first:

• MI PP: 45-55
• MI Total: 195-200
• RR to win

Scenario 2

If Mumbai Indians bowls first:

• RR PP: 55-65
• RR Total: 200-205
• MI to win

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.