Date: 1st May 2025
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
Match Number: 50 of 74
Winning Probability: MI – 61% | RR – 39%
Match Overview
The critical stage of IPL 2025 is starting to pique the interest of the audience and in the eye-catching 50th match of the tournament, Mumbai Indians will be locking horns against the Michigan Pirates. Rajasthan Royals (RR) face the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 50th match of IPL 2025. Mumbai Indians are sitting in 2nd position and enjoying a cozy relaxation but Rajasthan Royals combat their way to 8th position in the points chart. However, having a 14-year-old prodigy like Suryavanshi means that game day has the ability to be unpredictable.
Head-to-Head: RR vs MI
| Matches Played | MI Wins | RR Wins | No result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 15 | 14 | 1 |
Despite MI holding a slight edge, history suggests that this rivalry is fiercely competitive, and both teams have delivered thrillers over the years.
IPL 2025 Current Standings
Mumbai Indians (MI)
Matches Played: 10
Wins: 6
Losses: 4
Points: 12
Net Run Rate: +0.889
Position: 2nd
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Matches Played: 10
Wins: 3
Losses: 7
Points: 6
Net Run Rate: -0.349
Position: 8th
Players to Watch
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Vaibhav Suryavanshi:
The 14-year-old sensation smashed a 35-ball hundred, becoming the second-fastest centurion in IPL history. His strike rate of 265.78 and fearless hitting have turned heads worldwide.
Yashasvi Jaiswal:
One of the most consistent batters this season with 426 runs in 10 matches, including 22 sixes, placing him 4th in the run-scorers list.
Jofra Archer:
Leading the RR bowling lineup with 10 wickets, though support from other bowlers has been inconsistent.
Mumbai Indians (MI)
Suryakumar Yadav:
Ranked 3rd in the IPL 2025 Most Runs list with 427 runs at a stellar average of 61.00. He's struck 23 sixes and is MI's middle-order engine.
Hardik Pandya:
Leading MI both as a captain and all-rounder. With 12 wickets, including a 5/36 spell, he’s been a match-winner in both departments.
Trent Boult & Jasprit Bumrah:
Boult’s swing and death bowling, along with Bumrah’s 4/22 performance, form one of the most lethal pace duos this season.
Will Jacks & Ashwani Kumar:
Jacks leads the bowling averages, while Ashwani Kumar has impressed with 6 wickets in just 3 games, averaging 17.50.
Key Stats and Records
| Category | Player | Team | Stat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most Runs | Suryakumar Yadav | MI | 427 runs (3rd) |
| Most Sixes | Suryakumar Yadav | MI | 23 (2nd) |
| Best Strike Rate (100+ runs) | Vaibhav Suryavanshi | RR | 265.78 |
| Fastest Century (2025) | Vaibhav Suryavanshi | RR | 35 balls |
| Best Bowling Figures | Hardik Pandya | MI | 5/36 |
| Best Bowling Avg | Will Jacks | MI | 15.60 |
Pitch & Weather Report – Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
Pitch Type: Balanced, with consistent bounce
Avg 1st Innings Score: 163
Target Score: 200+ for a competitive edge
Dew Factor: Likely to impact 2nd innings – favors chasing
Weather: Clear skies, dry and hot conditions
Toss Prediction: Win Toss, Bowl First
With 39 of 61 matches won by teams batting second at this venue, chasing remains the preferred strategy.
Predicted Playing XIs
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Openers: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi
Middle Order: Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Shimron Hetmyer
All-Rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga
Bowlers: Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Yudhvir Singh
Impact Player: Shubham Dubey
Mumbai Indians (MI)
Openers: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Rohit Sharma
Middle Order: Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma
Finishers: Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir
Bowlers: Corbin Bosch, Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, Karn Sharma
Impact Player: Jasprit Bumrah
Match Prediction & Betting Tips
Mumbai Indians are currently one of the most balanced and in-form sides in the tournament, riding high on five consecutive wins. Rajasthan Royals, although rejuvenated by Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s heroics, remain inconsistent overall.
Winner Prediction: Mumbai Indians to Win
Betting Tips:
Top MI Batter: Suryakumar Yadav
Top RR Batter: Vaibhav Suryavanshi
Top Bowler (Any Team): Jasprit Bumrah
Most Sixes: Jaiswal or Surya
Toss Tip: Bet on team winning toss to bowl first
Final Thoughts
This clash at Jaipur promises fireworks with Suryavanshi’s explosive youth going up against Mumbai’s clinical experience. For bettors, MI remains the safe choice, but RR's unpredictability adds the spice that IPL fans live for.
