Mumbai Indians (MI) will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 41 of IPL 2026 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. MI are struggling this season, while SRH are in strong form and looking confident. This match could be very exciting with both teams having powerful players.
Match Preview
Mumbai Indians are having a difficult season so far. They have lost five matches and are placed 9th with just four points. Their last match was a heavy 103-run defeat against CSK, which has hurt their confidence badly. Injuries, including Mitchell Santner, have also affected the team balance. MI now need a strong comeback to stay in the playoff race.
Sunrisers Hyderabad are doing much better. They recently defeated Rajasthan Royals by 5 wickets and registered their fifth win. With 10 points, they are currently in 3rd place. Players like Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma are in top form. The return of Pat Cummins has also strengthened their bowling attack.
Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | MI vs SRH |
| Tournament | IPL 2026 |
| Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Live Streaming | Star Sports Network, JioHotstar |
Weather Report
| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 31–32°C |
| Rain Chances | 2% |
| Humidity | 64% |
The weather is expected to be clear, with no major chances of rain.
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Form |
|---|---|
| MI | L, W, L, L, L |
| SRH | W, W, W, W, L |
SRH clearly have better momentum compared to MI.
Head-to-Head Record
| Result | Matches |
|---|---|
| MI Wins | 7 |
| SRH Wins | 3 |
| No Result | 0 |
Mumbai Indians have a better overall record against SRH.
Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report
Wankhede Stadium is known for high-scoring matches. The pitch is batting-friendly, and big totals are common here. In recent matches, scores above 200 have been seen.
| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Avg 1st Innings Score | 172 |
| Avg 2nd Innings Score | 160 |
| Win Batting First | 48% |
| Win Bowling First | 51% |
| Best Suited For | Pacers (63%) |
Bowling first after winning the toss can be a good option.
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Probable Playing XI
Mumbai Indians (MI)
Hardik Pandya (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Rohit Sharma, Naman Dhir, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Sherfane Rutherford, Shardul Thakur, Ashwani Kumar, AM Ghazanfar, Jasprit Bumrah
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
Pat Cummins (c), Ishan Kishan (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Salil Arora, Shivang Kumar, Sakib Hussain, Eshan Malinga
Top Fantasy Picks
Mumbai Indians
| Player | Role | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardik Pandya | All-rounder | 97 | 3 |
| Quinton de Kock | Wicketkeeper | 132 | 0 |
| Tilak Varma | Batter | 181 | 0 |
| Ashwani Kumar | Bowler | 0 | 6 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad
| Player | Role | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ishan Kishan | Wicketkeeper | 312 | 0 |
| Abhishek Sharma | Batter | 380 | 0 |
| Heinrich Klaasen | Batter | 349 | 0 |
| Eshan Malinga | Bowler | 0 | 14 |
Captain and Vice-Captain Choices
| Captain | Vice-Captain |
|---|---|
| Abhishek Sharma | Heinrich Klaasen |
| Ishan Kishan | Rohit Sharma |
Dream11 Team Suggestion
You can build your team around in-form SRH players like Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Klaasen. From MI, players like Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Bumrah can be key picks.
Try to include more top-order batters and 2–3 pacers considering the pitch conditions.
Match Prediction
Sunrisers Hyderabad are in excellent form and have a strong batting lineup. Mumbai Indians have the home advantage but are struggling with consistency. Looking at current form and team balance, SRH have a better chance to win this match.
Prediction: Sunrisers Hyderabad to win
