Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) host Mumbai Indians (MI) in Match 54 of IPL 2026 at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, Nava Raipur on Sunday, May 10, 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).
This is RCB’s first-ever home match in Raipur. The defending champions are taking their franchise to a new city for the first time, and the excitement in Chhattisgarh is electric. Tickets in the ₹2,500 and ₹3,500 categories sold out within hours. Only premium ₹8,000+ seats remain.
RCB are 2nd on the points table, chasing a top-two finish to potentially avoid the eliminator. MI are eliminated from playoff contention and are playing out the remainder of their season. This should be a straightforward assignment for the defending champions, but the IPL has a habit of producing upsets when you least expect them.
RCB vs MI IPL 2026 Match 54: Quick Details
| Match | RCB vs MI, IPL 2026 Match 54 |
| Date | Sunday, May 10, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST) |
| Venue | Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, Nava Raipur |
| TV Telecast (India) | Star Sports Network (English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, 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 RCB vs MI 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.
Note: This is the second match of a Sunday double-header (CSK vs LSG at 3:30 PM is the first). Gates open at 3:30 PM for the 7:30 PM start. Since Nava Raipur is still developing, traffic management may be limited. Arrive early.
RCB vs MI Head-to-Head Record in IPL
The IPL’s most-watched rivalry. More social media impressions, more debates, and more emotional fan reactions than any other fixture.
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 33 |
| MI Wins | 19 |
| RCB Wins | 12 |
| No Result | 2 |
| MI Lead | Historically dominant |
| First Meeting This Season | RCB won by 18 runs (240/4 at Wankhede) |
MI lead the all-time record, but RCB won the first meeting this season by 18 runs at Wankhede, posting 240/4 (Phil Salt 78 off 36, Rajat Patidar 53 off 20). That was the match that confirmed RCB’s credentials as genuine title contenders. MI’s season never recovered from that loss.
However, this match is at Raipur, a neutral venue for both teams. Neither has played here before in IPL. The historical head-to-head at Chinnaswamy or Wankhede is irrelevant. Both teams start fresh at this ground.
RCB vs MI: Probable Playing XIs
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Probable XI
Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (C), Jitesh Sharma (WK), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood.
RCB’s XI is settled even without Salt. Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar with the new ball are lethal. Kohli at a new venue will be hungry to set the tone. Tim David as the finisher rounds out a balanced lineup.
Mumbai Indians Probable XI
Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton (WK), Suryakumar Yadav (C), Tilak Varma, Naman Dhir, Will Jacks, Robin Minz, Corbin Bosch, Jasprit Bumrah, Allah Ghazanfar, Keshav Maharaj.
Rohit is back after returning from injury. SKY may captain if Pandya remains unwell. With nothing to lose, MI could go aggressive and test combinations. Bumrah vs Kohli is the duel every cricket fan wants to watch regardless of the table positions.
Key Player Battles to Watch
Virat Kohli vs Jasprit Bumrah: The greatest rivalry within a rivalry. India’s best batter vs India’s best bowler. Kohli has 9,000+ IPL runs. Bumrah in the powerplay against Kohli at a new venue with unknown bounce. This transcends table positions.
Josh Hazlewood vs Rohit Sharma: Hazlewood (4/12 vs DC) against the returning Rohit. On an unfamiliar surface, Hazlewood’s accuracy and bounce could trouble even a settled Rohit. This powerplay contest sets RCB’s bowling tone.
Tim David vs MI’s death bowling: David is RCB’s finisher (70* off 25 vs CSK). MI’s death bowling has been their weakest phase all season. If David gets 10 balls in the last 2 overs, the score could be anything.
Venue: Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, Nava Raipur
This is a brand-new IPL venue. Neither RCB nor MI have played here before. The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium in Nava Raipur (the planned city extension of Raipur) is hosting its first-ever IPL match for RCB.
There is limited historical IPL data for this surface. Based on general reports, the pitch is expected to offer good batting conditions with assistance for pace bowlers early. Dew could play a role in the second innings. Expect a competitive score around 175-190.
Weather: Around 35-38°C during the day, 30-33°C by match time. No rain expected. The Nava Raipur area is still developing, so expect limited amenities around the stadium.
RCB vs MI Match 54 Prediction
RCB are overwhelming favourites. They are 2nd on the table, playing for a top-two finish, and have the stronger squad even without Salt. MI are eliminated and have lost their way entirely this season.
MI’s only hope: Rohit and SKY play innings of personal pride, Bumrah delivers a vintage spell, and the new venue produces a surface that suits MI’s strengths. It is a long shot, but this is the IPL’s biggest brand rivalry, and MI have nothing to lose.
For neutrals, the attraction is simple: Kohli vs Bumrah at a new venue. That alone makes this appointment television.
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Final Thoughts
RCB vs MI at Raipur is a Sunday evening blockbuster. Tune in at 7:30 PM IST on Sunday, May 10 on Star Sports (TV) or JioHotstar (streaming). This is the second match of the double-header (after CSK vs LSG at 3:30 PM).
RCB’s first-ever match in Raipur. Kohli vs Bumrah for the ages. Hazlewood’s devastating form vs Rohit’s return. Defending champions chasing top two vs eliminated five-time champions. And a brand-new venue where everything is unknown. The IPL’s greatest rivalry deserves a special stage, and Raipur is ready to deliver.
