Last Updated on 46 minutes ago by Charbel Coorey

Want a quick edge for today’s Dream11 contest? SPODA AI’s model has already highlighted the key upside picks for this match.

Get 3 FREE MATCH PASSES to see them. You can sign up below.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will lock horns against the Mumabi Indians (MI) in the 54th game of IPL 2026. This game will be played at Raipur on 10th May 2026 at 7:30 PM IST.

RCB won the first game between these two sides this season by 18 runs. This will be a crucial game for RCB to strengthen their position in the points table, while MI must win this game to keep their slightest of hopes alive for the playoffs.

RCB lost their last game against the Lucknow Super Giants by 9 runs. It was their fourth defeat of this season, and they are 4th in the table with 6 wins. Bowling has been a concern for the defending champions in the last few matches, as except for Bhuvneshwar Kumar, none of the other bowlers are looking in good rhythm, including Josh Hazlewood. 

With the bat, Jacob Bethell has failed to get going, and Jitesh Sharma has also failed throughout this season. Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Devdutt Padikkal, alongside Tim David, are the in-form batters for RCB. They’ll also require consistency from the likes of Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam Dar, and Hazlewood. Overall, RCB is one of the most balanced sides in the league, and they’ll look to avoid a hat trick of losses in this game.

ALSO READ: Will the IPL expand to 94 matches in the near future?

Meanwhile, MI finally played how they are known to play in their last match. They chased down 228 runs with 1.2 overs to go. But there are a lot of areas where MI needs to improve, and their season is nearly over. In the last game, Rohit Sharma (84 runs) and Ryan Rickelton (83 runs) were the only batters to contribute. 

Others still struggled despite getting a solid start. Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav must take responsibility now for MI. Will Jacks provides good depth to their squad. 

Jasprit Bumrah is having a hard time in IPL 2026, but the other bowlers have also failed to make an impact. Apart from Allah Ghazanfar, none of the MI bowlers inspire confidence. Mumbai will look to settle the score with RCB by winning this match.

IPL 2026 54th Match: RCB vs MI Probable Playing XIIs

RCB should be unchanged for this match but they may bring in Jordan Cox for Jacob Bethell. Devdutt Padikkal will open in that case.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 1. Jacob Bethell, 2. Virat Kohli, 3. Devdutt Padikkal, 4. Rajat Patidar, 5. Jitesh Sharma (wk), 6. Tim David, 7. Romario Shepherd, 8. Krunal Pandya, 9. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, 10. Rasikh Salam Dar, 11. Josh Hazlewood, 12. Suyash Sharma

Mumbai Indians should be unchanged as well.

Mumbai Indians: 1. Rohit Sharma, 2. Ryan Rickelton (wk), 3. Suryakumar Yadav (c), 4. Naman Dhir, 5. Tilak Varma, 6. Will Jacks, 7. Raj Angad Bawa, 8. Corbin Bosch, 9. Deepak Chahar, 10. Allah Ghazanfar, 11. Jasprit Bumrah, 12. Raghu Sharma

Want to enter paid fantasy cricket contests? We’ve partnered with MyRex11, a trusted UAE‑based platform built for fantasy players.

iPhone users, download the app here.
Android users, download the app here.

Please play responsibly and within your limits.

Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Raipur International Stadium Pitch Report and Weather

This will be the first IPL game at Raipur since 2016. The last T20I played here was earlier this year in January, where India chased down 208 runs against New Zealand.

A good batting wicket is expected, but there will be something for the bowlers too. Spinners are expected to get some turn off the wicket, especially when the ball gets a bit older. Chasing will be a sensible decision here. Expect scores in the range of 180-200.

It will be partly cloudy during the game, but there are no chances of rain. The temperature will be around 31-32 degrees Celsius, and dew shouldn’t be a factor due to the weather.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for RCB vs MI: Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top wicketkeeper picks:  

• Ryan Rickelton will be the no-brainer in your fantasy teams. In IPL 2026, he has scored 380 runs in 8 matches at an average of 54.28 and has struck at a rate of 190.95 with two fifties and a century. Rickelton has been in sublime touch and can score big once he gets going. 

Key batter picks: 

• Virat Kohli has 379 runs in 10 matches in at an average of 47.34 with 3 fifties and a strike rate of 164.06. Kohli was out for a duck in the last game, and he’ll be eager to do well in this match. Virat will be a top C/VC option – he is considered the likeliest to make a 30+ score according to SPODA AI predictive analysis (48.70% chance).
• Rajat Patidar showed why he’s rated so highly in the last game. He scored 61 runs in 31 deliveries and single-handedly kept his side in the hunt after two quick wickets. Patidar is a genuine six-hitter and will be another top C/VC option. He has 318 runs in 9 innings at a strike rate of 200 with three half-centuries in IPL 2026.
• Rohit Sharma has 221 runs in 5 matches in IPL 2026 with two fifties. He has batted very positively this season and will be a key batter for MI at the top. He is known for scoring big on his day, which makes him an excellent captain pick.

Top all-rounder picks: 

• Will Jacks will do the finishing duties for MI, and he may bowl an over or two if required. Jacks is in excellent touch with the bat, and he’s a utility player whom you can’t miss out on from your fantasy teams. 

Key bowler picks: 

• Bhuvneshwar Kumar has 17 wickets in 10 matches so far. He’s been excellent with the new ball, picking up wickets for fun, and has bowled well in the death overs too. Bhuvi is currently the best bowler for his team. 
• Allah Ghazanfar has 12 wickets in 8 matches so far. He went for runs in the last match, but it was a rare off-day for him. Ghazanfar can bowl in the powerplay and will be a key batter against Virat Kohli and the RCB top order.
• Josh Hazlewood has 9 wickets in 7 matches, but he’s been very expensive in the last couple of games. His economy this season is 9.41. Hazlewood can trouble MI’s batters with his hard lengths and hit the deck bowling. 
• Ghazanfar (41.94% probability) and Hazlewood (41.54% probability) are considered the likeliest bowlers to take 2+ wickets today according to SPODA AI predictive analysis.

Want a sharper edge on Dream11? SPODA AI gives you data‑backed player insights, captaincy recommendations, and match‑specific predictions to help you build winning teams.

Sign up and get 3 FREE match passes to test it for your next Dream11 contests.

Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Teams

• Devdutt Padikkal
• Tim David
• Jasprit Bumrah
• Krunal Pandya

Other Matchups and Facts 

• Head to Head: 19 MI and 16 RCB. 
• Suryakumar Yadav vs. Krunal Pandya (T20s): 60 runs, 2 dismissals in 48 deliveries.
• Virat Kohli vs. Jasprit Bumrah (T20s): 159 runs, 5 dismissals in 108 deliveries.
• Devdutt Padikkal vs. Jasprit Bumrah (T20s): 16 runs, 2 dismissals in 22 deliveries.
• Josh Inglis vs. Josh Hazlewood (T20s): 3 runs, 2 dismissals in 6 deliveries. 
• Tilak Varma vs. Bhuvneshwar Kumar (T20s): 19 runs, 2 dismissals in 11 deliveries.

IPL 2026 54th Match: RCB vs MI Dream11 Prediction Today

Want to enter paid fantasy cricket contests? We’ve partnered with MyRex11, a trusted UAE‑based platform built for fantasy players.

iPhone users, download the app here.
Android users, download the app here.

Please play responsibly and within your limits.

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams.

Option 1:

Option 2:

IPL 2026 54th Match: RCB vs MI Match Prediction: Who will win?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will start as the favourites, but MI is coming on the back of a confident win in the last match. While RCB’s bowling has struggled a bit, their batters are in good form. Mumbai, on the other hand, is overdependent on their opening pair to do the bulk of their scoring. And their bowlers have been far from their best.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win.

——-

Affiliate disclaimer: This article contains affiliate links, which means CricBlog will earn a commission if you make a deposit or purchase through them. These partnerships help support the work that goes into creating this content, but they never influence analysis, recommendations, or editorial independence. CricBlog only promotes brands and products that are safe to use with customer support available. Read our Editorial Policy for more information.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes for Dream11 free contests in line with the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. The stats and writer’s views are in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

All statistics and matchups in this article have been verified by ESPNcricinfo, and Cricmetric.