Get ready for an electrifying showdown as Mumbai Indians (MI) lock horns with Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Match 50 of the TATA IPL 2025! MI vs RR IPL This high-octane fixture is scheduled for May 1, 2025, at 07:30 PM IST at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Whether you’re a die-hard cricket fan or a fantasy cricket enthusiast, this comprehensive preview has everything you need—pitch report, playing squads, Dream11 fantasy tips, and match insights.
MI vs RR IPL 2025 Match 50: Match Preview
With just weeks to go before the playoffs, Mumbai Indians find themselves in a strong position, currently 2nd on the IPL 2025 points table with 6 wins in 10 matches and a commanding net run rate (NRR) of +0.889. Under Hardik Pandya’s captaincy, MI recently defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 28 runs in Match 41, thanks to a sensational 4/19 spell by Jasprit Bumrah. However, MI has struggled in away games, including a close 12-run loss to KKR in Match 35.
Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals are in a must-win situation. Positioned 8th on the table with just 3 wins in 10 games and an NRR of -0.349, RR needs a turnaround to keep their playoff hopes alive. Their recent historic win against GT may have sparked new enthusiasm in the team, Vaibhav Suryavanshi a 14 year star led RR to the chase of 205 runs, scoring a maiden hundred in just 35 runs.
Earlier this season in Match 14, MI defeated RR by 6 wickets at the Wankhede Stadium, where Hardik Pandya shone with both bat (34*) and ball (2/20). In head-to-head stats, MI lead 16-14 over RR in 31 encounters.
Key Matchups:
- Jasprit Bumrah vs Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Hardik Pandya vs Riyan Parag
Sawai Mansingh Stadium Pitch Report – MI vs RR IPL 2025
The pitch at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. So far in IPL 2025, it has slightly favored bowlers with an average first-innings score between 160-170 runs.
- Pace bowlers get movement under lights
- Spinners dominate the middle overs—especially Hasaranga and Theekshana
- Chasing teams have won 37 out of 57 IPL matches at this venue due to dew
Weather Forecast (May 1, 2025)
- Temperature: 28–30°C
- Humidity: 35–40%
- Rain: No threat
- Dew: Expected in the 2nd innings
Toss Prediction: Bowl First
MI vs RR IPL 2025 Squads
Mumbai Indians (MI) Squad
| Wicket-Keepers | Batters | All-Rounders | Bowlers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Rickelton | Suryakumar Yadav | Hardik Pandya (C) | Jasprit Bumrah |
| Robin Minz | Rohit Sharma | Bevon Jacobs | Arjun Tendulkar |
| Krishnan Shrijith | Tilak Varma | Raj Bawa | Ashwani Kumar |
| Naman Dhir | Vignesh Puthur | Reece Topley | |
| Will Jacks | Lizaad Williams | ||
| Mitchell Santner | Karn Sharma | ||
| Satyanarayana Raju | Trent Boult | ||
| Deepak Chahar | |||
| Mujeeb Ur Rahman |
Key Highlights:
- Captain: Hardik Pandya
- Star Players: Suryakumar Yadav (Batter), Hardik Pandya (All-Rounder), Jasprit Bumrah (Bowler)
- Strength: Explosive batting and a lethal bowling attack
Rajasthan Royals (RR) Squad
| Wicket-Keepers | Batters | All-Rounders | Bowlers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanju Samson | Yashasvi Jaiswal | Riyan Parag (C) | Sandeep Sharma |
| Dhruv Jurel | Shimron Hetmyer | Yudhvir Singh Charak | Tushar Deshpande |
| Kunal Singh Rathore | Shubham Dubey | Wanindu Hasaranga | Akash Madhwal |
| Vaibhav Suryavanshi | Kumar Kartikeya | ||
| Nitish Rana | Kwena Maphaka | ||
| Maheesh Theekshana | |||
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | |||
| Ashok Sharma | |||
| Jofra Archer |
Key Highlights:
- Captain: Riyan Parag
- Star Players: Yashasvi Jaiswal (Batter), Wanindu Hasaranga (All-Rounder), Jofra Archer (Bowler)
- Strength: Strong spin bowling and a dynamic top order
MI vs RR Dream11 Prediction – IPL 2025 Match 50
Selecting a balanced fantasy cricket team for Dream11 is key to dominating your leagues. Here’s our expert team based on player form, pitch conditions, and historical stats.
Dream11 Team
- Wicketkeeper: Ryan Rickelton (MI)
- Batters: Vaibhav Suravanshi (MI), Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR), Suryakumar Yadav (MI)
- All-Rounders: Hardik Pandya (MI), Riyan Parag (RR), Wanindu Hasaranga (RR)
- Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah (MI), Jofra Archer (RR), Trent Boult (MI), Maheesh Theekshana (RR)
Captain: Jasprit Bumrah
- Last Match: 4/19 vs LSG
- Strength: Deadly with the new ball and in death overs
Vice-Captain: Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Strong home record at Jaipur
- Needs to anchor the RR innings
Key Players to Watch
- Jasprit Bumrah (MI): 13 wickets in IPL 2024, lethal swing bowler
- Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR): Scored 344 runs in Jaipur historically
- Hardik Pandya (MI): Match-winner with both bat and ball
- Riyan Parag (RR): All-rounder with 318 runs in IPL 2024
- Trent Boult (MI): Effective with the new ball, 7 wickets against RR historically
Updated IPL 2025 Points Table (After Match 48)
| Rank | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCB | 10 | 7 | 3 | +0.521 | 14 |
| 2 | MI | 10 | 6 | 4 | +0.889 | 12 |
| 3 | Gujarat Titans | 9 | 6 | 3 | +0.748 | 12 |
| 4 | Delhi Capitals | 10 | 6 | 4 | +0.362 | 12 |
| 5 | Punjab Kings | 9 | 5 | 3 | +0.177 | 11 |
| 6 | LSG | 10 | 5 | 5 | -0.325 | 10 |
| 7 | KKR | 10 | 4 | 5 | +0.271 | 9 |
| 8 | RR | 10 | 3 | 7 | -0.349 | 6 |
| 9 | SRH | 9 | 3 | 6 | -1.103 | 6 |
| 10 | CSK | 9 | 2 | 7 | -1.302 | 4 |
Where to Watch MI vs RR IPL 2025 Match 50
- Date & Time: May 1, 2025, 07:30 PM IST
- Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
- Live Telecast: Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar (App & Website)
- Live Score: CricBuzz
Conclusion
The MI vs RR IPL 2025 Match 50 is a must-watch clash with playoff stakes, intense rivalries, and star performers on both sides. While MI looks to cement their top-four spot, RR will be fighting for survival. With a balanced pitch, spin-friendly conditions, and dew likely to influence the chase, expect a tactical thriller.
💬 Who do you think will win—MI or RR? Drop your predictions in the comments below!
