Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians — Full Match Report & Statistical Breakdown
IPL 2026 • Rajasthan Royals won the match by 32 run
Key Match Highlights
1. Match Overview & Context
In this 11-over encounter of IPL 2026, Rajasthan Royals took on Mumbai Indians on Apr 20, 2026, 02:27 PM. After competitive cricket across both innings, the fixture concluded with the official result: Rajasthan Royals won the match by 32 run. Across the match, spectators witnessed a combined total of 256 runs and 12 wickets fall between Rajasthan Royals (144/3 in 11.0 overs) and Mumbai Indians (112/9 in 11.0 overs).
2. Rajasthan Royals Innings Breakdown (144/3)
Batting in the first innings, Rajasthan Royals finished on 144/3 from 11.0 overs, maintaining an innings run rate of 13.09 runs per over. During the opening 6 overs, Rajasthan Royals accumulated 87 runs for the loss of 2 wickets. Emelio spearheaded the batting effort with 77 runs off 32 balls (including 10 fours and 4 sixes at a strike rate of 240.6). Valuable middle-order support came from Julian, who contributed 39 runs off 14 deliveries, while Vu added 20 (10b). With the ball in the first innings, Brad led the bowling figures with 2/20 in 2.0 overs (economy 10.00), assisted by Major (1/33 in 2.0 overs).
3. Mumbai Indians Chase & Second Innings Summary (112/9)
Pursuing a target of 145 runs for victory, Mumbai Indians recorded 112/9 in 11.0 overs at a scoring rate of 10.18 runs per over. Bufford anchored the chase for Mumbai Indians with 25 runs from 8 balls (2 fours, 2 sixes, strike rate 312.5), alongside Soos who chipped in with 25 off 13 balls. Defending the total, Larry delivered a key spell of 2/23 across 3.0 overs at an economy rate of 7.67, while Mac finished with 2/20 (2.0 overs).
4. Partnerships, Fielding & CricÓ MVP Standings
The highest batting stand of the match was forged by Emelio and Julian (Rajasthan Royals), who combined for 79 runs off 30 balls. In the field, both sides combined for 9 catches, 1 run-out, and 0 stumpings, with Ferb making a notable impact in the outfield. According to the CricÓ MVP & Player Points engine—which evaluates runs, boundaries, strike rate milestones, wickets, dot balls, bowling economy, and fielding dismissals—Emelio (Rajasthan Royals) topped the match rankings with 121.0 total points, followed closely by Julian (65.0 points). Official Player of the Match honors were awarded to Emelio.