Hosts Mumbai Indians (MI) will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 20 of the IPL 2025 (Indian Premier League). Mumbai have one win and three losses in four matches. They will be playing at home and will look to bounce back after their previous defeat against LSG.
On the other hand, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have two wins and a loss in three matches and are placed fourth in the table. They lost their previous match against Gujarat Titans by seven wickets.
Predicted Impact players for Mumbai Indians (MI)
Vignesh Puthur – A left-arm wrist-spinner who can be used as an impact substitute in the second innings. He was subbed in the game against CSK as well, and proved to be impactful, picking up three wickets;
Corbin Bosch – Performed well for MI Cape Town in SA20 and can be subbed in during the second innings if the conditions favour pacers. Bosch has picked up five wickets in his last three T20 matches;
Karn Sharma – The wily leg-spinner can be used as a substitute in the second innings if the conditions are favourable for spin bowlers. He has picked up 76 wickets in his IPL career;
Raj Bawa – A batting all-rounder who has scored 308 runs and taken 22 wickets in 20 matches, Raj Angad Bawa more than qualifies to be called up for his services as an Impact Player.
Predicted Impact players for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Swapnil Singh – He is a left-arm spinner who has done well in the last season. Can also be handy with his batting lower down the order. Swapnil picked up six wickets in seven matches last season.
Suyash Sharma – Leg-spinner and might come in if conditions are spin-friendly. Suyash has played at the Eden Gardens in the last few editions when he represented the Kolkata Knight Riders.
Mohit Rathee – Domestic all-rounder who bats in the middle order and can bowl leg-spin. Mohit has scored 54 runs and picked up 1 wicket in the previous 2 domestic T20 matches.
Swastik Chakra – Domestic batter who has been in good form and could potentially be used if RCB lose early wickets. Moreover, Swastik can sub a top-order batter.
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Expert opinion and final prediction
Home Advantage – Mumbai Indians playing at their home ground gives them a significant edge.
Recent Form – RCB have two wins in three matches, while Mumbai have just one win in four matches this season.
Balanced Squad – Royal Challengers Bengaluru appear to have a more balanced side on paper.
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MI vs RCB match prediction
Considering these factors, Royal Challengers Bengaluru are likely to win the match.
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