The IPL 2026 season was still exciting when the Rajasthan Royals played the Mumbai Indians in Match 13 on April 7 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. But because of the rain, the match didn’t start on time, which made the game late and kept fans waiting. The match was cut down to 11 overs per inning so that it could still be finished. At 9:55 PM, the toss finally happened, and the match officially began at 10:10 PM. Fans were still looking forward to an exciting and competitive match, even though the format was shorter, because both teams have strong squads and players who can win games.
According to the revised playing conditions, each team can use five bowlers, where four bowlers are allowed to bowl 2 overs each, and one bowler can bowl a maximum of 3 overs. Despite the shortened format, both teams still have strong squads and match-winners, so fans were expecting an exciting and competitive clash.
Toss Update:
MI won the toss and chose to bowl first.
Rajasthan Royals’ Strong Start in IPL 2026
Rajasthan Royals have looked confident in their opening matches this season. The team has shown a good balance between batting and bowling, which has helped them secure early victories. Young players have stepped up at important moments, and the team’s aggressive approach in the powerplay has impressed fans. The bowling unit has also performed well, especially in controlling runs during the middle overs. If Rajasthan continues playing with the same energy and teamwork, they can remain one of the strong contenders for the playoffs this season.
Mumbai Indians Looking to Bounce Back
On the other side, Mumbai Indians are known for their experience and fighting spirit. The return of captain Hardik Pandya has added strength to the team, both in leadership and performance. Senior players like Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav have the ability to change the game quickly with their batting. Mumbai’s bowling attack, led by Jasprit Bumrah, remains one of the most reliable units in the tournament. The team will be determined to improve their performance and return to winning ways in this important match.
Key Player Battles to Watch in Today’s Match
One of the key battles to watch in this match will be between Rajasthan’s attacking openers and Mumbai’s strong pace attack. If Rajasthan gets a fast start, they can build pressure on Mumbai early in the innings. However, Mumbai’s bowlers have the skill and experience to break partnerships and control the run rate. This contest between bat and ball could play a big role in deciding the final result.
Pitch Report for Barsapara Cricket Stadium
The pitch at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium usually supports batting, especially in the first innings, as the ball comes nicely onto the bat. Fast bowlers may get some movement early on, but as the match progresses, batting becomes easier. Teams often prefer chasing at this venue because dew in the second innings can make bowling difficult. With clear weather expected, fans can look forward to a full and exciting match between two strong IPL teams.
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Weather Report and Match Conditions
Weather always plays an important role in cricket, especially in outdoor venues. For today’s match, forecasts suggest a chance of rain in Guwahati, which could affect the game schedule.
Recent reports highlighted concerns about possible rain interruptions after another match in the tournament was washed out due to weather conditions.
If rain arrives, the match might be shortened, and teams will need to adjust their strategies quickly.
Rain Possibility and Dew Factor
Humidity levels are expected to be high during the evening, which means dew could form on the field. Dew makes the ball slippery and difficult to control, giving an advantage to the batting side.
RR vs MI: Playing XIs of Both Teams
Rajasthan Royals (Playing XI): Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel(w), Riyan Parag(c), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Tushar Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma
Mumbai Indians (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (capt), Suryakumar Yadav, Naman Dhir, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, AM Ghazanfar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah
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