This is not just another IPL game. This is Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, April 12 at 7:30 PM IST. One of the most iconic rivalries in the league, often called IPL’s El Clásico.
Every time these two meet, something crazy happens. Big runs, clutch moments, last-over drama. Fans wait for this. This time, it feels even bigger.
RCB come in unbeaten with two wins and a +2.501 NRR. Virat Kohli is in strong touch with 505 runs in his last 10 IPL innings. MI have had a mixed start, but at Wankhede, they are always a threat. Suryakumar Yadav has been scoring at a rapid pace, while Jasprit Bumrah can shift the game in a few overs.
High pressure, packed stadium, and two teams with match-winners on both sides. This is the kind of game that defines an IPL weekend.
MI vs RCB Match 20: Quick Details
All the essentials before the 7:30 PM IST start at Wankhede.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | MI vs RCB, IPL 2026 Match 20 |
| Date | Sunday, April 12, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST) |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| TV Broadcast (India) | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming (India) | JioHotstar (App and Website) |
RCB vs MI Form Guide
The form gap between these two sides is sharper than the points table suggests.
| Team | P | W | L | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +2.501 |
| Mumbai Indians | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -0.715 |
RCB have not dropped a match in IPL 2026. They beat SRH by 6 wickets in the opener and followed that with a 43-run dismantling of CSK on April 5. Five consecutive wins across all recent IPL cricket. Kohli is in that zone where nothing looks difficult. Suryakumar Yadav is MI’s answer, 417 runs at 52.13 with a strike rate of 166.8. But SKY cannot win this alone.
Mumbai beat KKR in Match 2, then lost to DC and RR in their next two. One win from three, sitting 8th with an NRR of -0.715. Home ground helps. So does having Bumrah. Beyond those two factors, MI has not looked convincing this season.
Where to Watch MI vs RCB Match 20 Live
Platform-by-platform breakdown for every country.
| Country | TV Broadcast | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network | JioHotstar |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket | Sky Go / NOW TV |
| United States | N/A | Willow TV |
| Australia | Fox Cricket | Kayo Sports |
| South Africa | SuperSport | DStv App |
Star Sports covers every IPL 2026 game across English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. Accessible on Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV, and D2H. JioHotstar handles all online streaming for Indian viewers. Plans are ₹79/month (Mobile), ₹149/month (Super), and ₹299/month (Premium with 4K). Jio, Airtel, and Vi subscribers should check their current recharge before buying a separate plan.
How to Stream on JioHotstar
Be ready before the 7:00 PM IST toss.
- Download the JioHotstar app from the App Store or Google Play
- Log in or set up a new account
- Choose a plan: Mobile (₹79), Super (₹149), or Premium (₹299 with 4K)
- Search “IPL 2026” and select MI vs RCB Match 20
- Jio and Airtel users: verify your recharge pack first, as bundled access may already be live
MI vs RCB Head-to-Head Record
RCB has led this rivalry across the last 10 matches. MI have fought back in recent years but the overall edge belongs to Bengaluru.
| Date | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|
| April 2025 | RCB | 12 runs |
| April 2024 | MI | 7 wickets |
| May 2023 | MI | 6 wickets |
| April 2023 | RCB | 8 wickets |
| April 2022 | RCB | 7 wickets |
RCB leads 6-4 across the last 10 meetings. MI have won the last two at Wankhede in their head-to-head encounters, which gives them something to lean on. But RCB’s current form is the strongest argument on either side.
Wankhede Stadium: Venue Stats
Mumbai’s home ground is a batters’ paradise on paper. The pace-spin split tells a more interesting story.
| Stat | Figure |
|---|---|
| Total Matches at Venue | 127 |
| Win Batting First | 48% |
| Win Bowling First | 51% |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 171 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 159 |
| Highest Total | 235-1 (RCB vs MI) |
| Lowest Total | 67-10 (KKR vs MI) |
| Highest Successful Chase | 224-4 (MI vs KKR) |
| Pace vs Spin Wickets (last 10) | 60 vs 51 |
Weather on Sunday night: 30.4°C, sunny through the day, 52% humidity, and zero percent chance of rain. No interruptions expected.
Wankhede has hosted 127 IPL matches. Teams bowling first have won 51% of the time, making it almost a coin toss at the toss. Average first innings score is 171, second innings 159. That 12-run gap is slight but consistent. Pace and spin are almost evenly split here, 60 pace wickets to 51 spin wickets from the last 10 matches. That 54-46 split means RCB’s pace and spin options both come into play.
Key Players: MI vs RCB Match 20
The eight names who will shape Sunday night at Wankhede.
| Player | Team | Role | Key Stat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suryakumar Yadav | MI | Batter | 417 runs, 52.13 avg, 166.8 SR |
| Rohit Sharma | MI | Batter | 308 runs, 30.8 avg, 152.47 SR |
| Jasprit Bumrah | MI | Bowler | 13 wickets, 6.42 economy |
| Trent Boult | MI | Bowler | 12 wickets, 9.42 economy |
| Virat Kohli | RCB | Batter | 505 runs, 63.13 avg, 151.19 SR |
| Phil Salt | RCB | Batter | 245 runs, 35 avg, 163.33 SR |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | RCB | Bowler | 13 wickets, 10 economy |
| Krunal Pandya | RCB | Bowler | 11 wickets, 8.03 economy |
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Conclusion: IPL El Clásico MI vs RCB Live Streaming on JioHotstar and Star Sports
Fans can watch MI vs RCB live on JioHotstar and Star Sports Network. Match 20 starts at 7:30 PM IST on April 12, 2026, at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. RCB arrive unbeaten, in form, and with Kohli scoring at will.
Mumbai has home ground and Bumrah, two things that can change any game. With bowling-first sides winning 51% at Wankhede and conditions expected to be dry all night, the toss call could matter. Switch on from 7:00 PM IST for the toss.
FAQs
Star Sports Network for TV and JioHotstar for online streaming. Both platforms carry the full match from 7:30 PM IST on April 12, 2026.
Yes. RCB have won both their matches this IPL season, beating SRH and CSK, and sit third on the points table with an NRR of +2.501.
Toss at 7:00 PM IST, play begins at 7:30 PM IST on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Download the app, sign in, pick a plan from ₹79/month, and search for IPL 2026. Jio and Airtel users should check their recharge pack for bundled access before purchasing separately.
Willow TV is the platform for live IPL streaming in the United States.
