The second match of IPL 2026 has now arrived at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium, where five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) will face off against three-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).
MI once again boasts a formidable squad, with players like Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Tilak Varma forming the backbone of the team's robust batting lineup—a lineup further bolstered by the presence of wicketkeeper-batsman Quinton de Kock. Their bowling attack appears equally potent, spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult; consequently, they emerge as an exceptionally well-balanced unit on their home turf. The contribution of Captain Hardik Pandya as a premier all-rounder will be pivotal, as MI gears up to mount a strong challenge in their quest to secure a record sixth IPL trophy.
MI vs KKR Head-to-Head Record
| Statistic | Mumbai Indians (MI) | Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 35 | 35 |
| Wins | 24 | 11 |
| Highest Score | 210 | 232 |
| Lowest Score | 108 | 67 |
| Win % | 68.6% | 31.4% |
MI vs KKR Head-to-Head in Wankhede Stadium
| Stat | Mumbai Indians | Kolkata Knight Riders |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 12 | 12 |
| Matches Won | 10 | 2 |
| Matches Lost | 2 | 10 |
| Highest Total | 186/5 (2023) | 185/6 (2023) |
| Lowest Total | 108 (2012) | 67 (2008) |
| Recent Result (2025) | Won by 8 wickets | Lost |
MI vs KKR Player Stats
Batting Stats
- Rohit Sharma (MI): Holds the record for most runs in this fixture with 967 runs at an average of 40.29.
- Suryakumar Yadav (MI): Has scored 617 runs against KKR, maintaining a high strike rate of 153.10.
- Venkatesh Iyer (KKR): KKR's most successful recent batter against MI, averaging 60.83 with a total of 365 runs, including a century.
Bowling Stats
- Sunil Narine (KKR): The leading wicket-taker in the rivalry with 26 wickets and a frugal economy rate of 6.93.
- Jasprit Bumrah (MI): Follows closely with 25 wickets; his 5/10 in 2022 remains the best individual bowling performance in this matchup.
- Ashwani Kumar (MI): A rising star who dismantled KKR in their 2025 meeting with figures of 4/24 on debut.
MI vs KKR Pitch Report
The pitch at Wankhede Stadium is considered favorable for batsmen, as it offers good bounce and pace. Batsmen enjoy playing their shots freely here, and high-scoring matches are frequently witnessed at this venue. Fast bowlers may find some swing early on, while spinners can prove effective in the later stages of the match. In night matches, chasing a target often becomes easier due to the presence of dew.
Wankhede Stadium Score Records:| Total matches: | 21 |
| Batting first won: | 11 |
| Bowling first won: | 10 |
| 1st inn avg score: | 180 |
| 2nd inn avg score: | 158 |
| Highest Total: | 254/6 |
| Lowest Total: | 80/10 |
| Highest Chased: | 230/8 |
| Lowest Defended: | 143/6 |
Also Read: 7 Young Players Who Could Become Stars in IPL 2026
CRICKET POINTS TABLE - Indian Premier League (IPL 2026)
| No | Team | M | W | L | T | NR | NRR | Pts | Recent Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +2.907 | 2 | W |
| 2 | Gujarat Titans | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | NR |
| 3 | Lucknow Super Giants | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | NR |
| 4 | Chennai Super Kings | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | NR |
| 5 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | NR |
| 6 | Mumbai Indians | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | NR |
| 7 | Delhi Capitals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | NR |
| 8 | Rajasthan Royals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | NR |
| 9 | Punjab Kings | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | NR |
| 10 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -2.907 | 0 | L |
| M: Matches, W: Won, L: Lost, T: Tie, NR: No Result, NRR: Net Run Rate, Pts: Points, Q: Qualified, E: Eliminate Recent Forms: W = Won, L = Lost, T = Tie, D = Draw, NR = No Result Last updated on 29-Mar-2026, 10:27 AM | |||||||||
