Rajasthan Royals secured a clinical 27-run victory over Mumbai Indians in a rain-curtailed Match 13 of IPL 2026 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on April 7.
A sensational powerplay blitz from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set up a massive total in the 11-over shootout, before the RR bowlers dismantled the MI top order to maintain their dominant form in the tournament.
Match Summary: RR vs MI, IPL 2026 Match 13
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| RR Score | 150/3 (11 overs) |
| MI Score | 123/9 (11 overs) |
| Match Result | RR won by 27 runs |
| Best Batting (RR) | Yashasvi Jaiswal – 77* off 32 balls |
| Best Bowling (RR) | Sandeep Sharma – 2/26 in 3 overs |
| Venue | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
RR Innings: 150/3 in 11 Overs
In a match reduced to 11 overs per side, Rajasthan Royals came out with all guns blazing after being asked to bat first. Yashasvi Jaiswal played a monstrous innings, remaining unbeaten on 77 off just 32 balls, striking at a massive 240.62. He was brilliantly supported by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who smashed 39 off 14 balls to propel RR to 80 runs within the first 5 overs.
Mumbai Indians’ bowlers struggled to contain the onslaught, with both Deepak Chahar and Trent Boult conceding 22 runs in their single-over spells. Young spinner AM Ghazanfar was the only bright spot for MI, picking up 2/21, including the wickets of Dhruv Jurel and Riyan Parag, to prevent the total from reaching even more astronomical heights.
RR Innings At A Glance
| Details | RR Innings |
|---|---|
| Total | 150/3 in 11 overs |
| Run Rate | 13.63 per over |
| Top Scorer | Yashasvi Jaiswal – 77* off 32 balls |
| Best Partnership | Jaiswal & Sooryavanshi – 80 runs |
| Best Bowling (MI) | AM Ghazanfar – 2/21 (2 overs) |
MI Chase: 123/9 in 11 Overs
Chasing a daunting 151 in just 66 balls, Mumbai Indians had a disastrous start, losing their top three, Rickelton, Suryakumar Yadav, and Rohit Sharma within the first 15 balls. Sandeep Sharma and Nandre Burger struck early to leave MI reeling at 22/3.
Impact Player Sherfane Rutherford provided a late spark with a rapid 25 off 8 balls, and Naman Dhir added a brisk 25, but the asking rate proved too high. Ravi Bishnoi, introduced as the Impact Sub for RR, once again proved his worth by picking up 2/25, including the crucial wicket of captain Hardik Pandya. MI eventually finished on 123/9, falling well short of the target.
MI Chase At A Glance
| Details | MI Chase |
|---|---|
| Target | 151 runs |
| Total | 123/9 in 11 overs |
| Powerplay | 30/3 (0–3.2 overs) |
| Top Scorer | Naman Dhir & Rutherford – 25 runs each |
| Best Bowling (RR) | Sandeep Sharma – 2/26 (3 overs) |
Key Highlights: Explosive Starts And Disciplined Defending
- Jaiswal’s Masterclass: Yashasvi Jaiswal’s unbeaten 77 was a display of pure timing and power, marking one of the highest strike rates for a 50+ score this season.
- Early MI Collapse: Rajasthan’s opening bowlers exploited the pressure of the high chase, effectively ending the contest by removing MI’s big hitters in the first three overs.
- Impact Sub Success: For the second time in recent matches, Ravi Bishnoi’s entry as an Impact Player stabilized the middle overs for RR and secured vital wickets.
Player of the Match
Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR): Awarded for his incredible 77 off 32 balls*. His aggressive opening partnership and ability to bat through the innings ensured Rajasthan posted a total that remained out of reach for the Mumbai Indians.
