Mumbai Indians (MI) host Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 41 of IPL 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Match starts at 7:30 PM IST (toss at 7:00 PM IST).
Watch the live telecast on Star Sports Network and live stream on JioHotstar (app and website).
Form could not be more different. SRH have won 4 in a row and sit 3rd on the points table with 5 wins from 8 matches. Pat Cummins is back as captain after his injury layoff, adding world-class pace and leadership. MI are 9th with just 2 wins from 7 matches and a couple more defeats will mathematically end their season.
But here is what makes this interesting: MI have won 4 of the last 5 matches against SRH. The Wankhede has been an unhappy hunting ground for SRH in recent seasons. History says MI. Form screams SRH. Something has to give tonight.
MI vs SRH IPL 2026 Match 41: Quick Details
| Details | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | MI vs SRH, IPL 2026 Match 41 |
| Date | Wednesday, April 29, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST) |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| TV Telecast (India) | Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, Star Sports 1 Kannada (+ HD) |
| Live Streaming (India) | JioHotstar (App and Website) |
| Live Streaming (UK) | Sky Sports Cricket / Sky Go / NOW TV |
| Live Streaming (USA) | Willow TV |
| Live Streaming (Australia) | Kayo Sports / Fox Cricket |
How to Watch MI vs SRH Live in India
On TV: Star Sports Network broadcasts all IPL 2026 matches in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. Available on Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV, and D2H.
Online Streaming: JioHotstar is the exclusive platform. Plans start at ₹79/month (Mobile), ₹149/month (Super), and ₹299/month (Premium with 4K). Bundled access available through Jio, Airtel, and Vi recharge plans.
MI vs SRH Head-to-Head Record in IPL
MI have dominated SRH in recent years, despite the overall record being competitive.
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 25 |
| MI Wins | 15 |
| SRH Wins | 10 |
| At Wankhede vs SRH | MI lead |
ESPNcricinfo’s last 5 data is clear: MI have won 4 of the last 5 meetings against SRH. The wins have come by 7 wickets (2025), 4 wickets (2025), 7 wickets (2024), and 8 wickets (2023). MI have been ruthless chasers against SRH. The only SRH win in this stretch was by 31 runs in 2024.
However, that dominance came with a very different SRH team. Cummins is back now, and SRH’s 4-match winning streak suggests a team that has found its rhythm. The historical edge may not hold tonight.
MI vs SRH: Probable Playing XIs
Here are the Probable XI of both Teams:
Mumbai Indians Probable XI
Quinton de Kock (WK) / Rohit Sharma, Naman Dhir, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (C), Sherfane Rutherford, Tilak Varma, Will Jacks, Jasprit Bumrah, Allah Ghazanfar, Ashton Agar / Trent Boult.
Sunrisers Hyderabad Probable XI
Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (WK), Heinrich Klaasen, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Liam Livingstone, Pat Cummins (C), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Eshan Malinga, Praful Hinge.
Key Player Battles to Watch
Jasprit Bumrah vs Travis Head: Head thrives on pace and bounce, exactly what Wankhede offers. Bumrah’s yorkers and subtle variations are MI’s best weapon against Head’s aggressive intent. This powerplay duel is the marquee contest.
Rohit Sharma vs Pat Cummins: Rohit returns from injury against his former GT teammate. Cummins’ bounce and pace against Rohit’s pull shot. This is a battle between two experienced internationals who know each other’s game inside out.
Abhishek Sharma vs MI’s spinners: Abhishek has been destructive this season (141* against PBKS in 2025 remains fresh). If MI’s spinners cannot contain the left-hander in the middle overs, SRH’s total becomes unchaseable.
Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
The Wankhede is a batting paradise with short boundaries and a fast outfield. Teams have regularly crossed 200+ at this venue in IPL 2026. The flat surface offers bounce and carry that suits fast bowlers early, but batting gets progressively easier.
Dew is the defining factor at Wankhede. The ball skids on in the second innings, making bowling difficult. Chasing teams have a clear advantage. The toss winner will bowl first.
Weather: Typical Mumbai humidity. Around 32-34°C during the match. No rain expected.
MI vs SRH Match 41 Prediction
SRH are favourites. They are on a 4-match winning streak, have Cummins back, and their batting is the most explosive in the tournament. Head, Abhishek, Klaasen, and Livingstone at Wankhede’s short boundaries is a terrifying prospect for any bowling attack.
MI’s hope: Rohit’s return stabilises the batting, Bumrah delivers a vintage spell, and the Wankhede crowd lifts them. MI have won 4 of the last 5 vs SRH, so they know how to beat this team. But this is a different SRH, with Cummins leading and 4 straight wins fuelling confidence.
If MI lose tonight, their playoff hopes are virtually over. A couple more defeats and it becomes mathematical elimination. This is the last stand.
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Final Thoughts
MI vs SRH at Wankhede is MI’s survival test against the hottest team in the league. Tune in at 7:30 PM IST on Wednesday, April 29 on Star Sports (TV) or JioHotstar (streaming).
MI’s 4 wins from last 5 vs SRH against SRH’s 4-match winning streak. Rohit’s return vs Cummins’ comeback. Bumrah vs Head. Wankhede’s 200+ averages. And a five-time champion franchise with their season on the line. History vs form. This is what the IPL is all about.
