Mumbai Indians (MI) delivered a commanding performance to defeat Rajasthan Royals (RR) by a massive 100 runs in Match 50 of IPL 2025. Batting first, MI set a daunting target of 218, and their bowlers then dismantled RR for just 117 in 16.1 overs, showcasing their all-around supremacy in this thrilling encounter.

Mumbai Indians Innings

MI delivered a batting masterclass in Match 50 of IPL 2025 against Rajasthan Royals (RR), posting a mammoth 217/12 in their 20 overs. After a quick start to the innings, opener Ryan Rickelton led MI’s attack brilliantly, scoring a classy 61 off 38 balls, before MI captain Rohit Sharma contributed 53 off 36 balls. Hardik Pandya struck out a rapid 48 off 23 balls towards the end of the innings that propelled MI's innings to their total of 217. Although RR's bowlers managed to control the run rate towards the end of MI's innings, with Riyan Parag (1/12 in 2 overs) and Maheesh Theekshana (1/47 in 4 overs) breaking an important MI partnership, Kumar Kartikeya bowled economically, finishing with 0/22 in his 2 overs.

Rajasthan Royals Innings

Chasing 218 runs, away team RR were always going to find it tough and ran into serious trouble after scoring just 117 in 16.1 overs. Jofra Archer tried to show some intent in the innings, scoring 30 off 27 balls, before the rest of RR's batting lineup completely failed. Riyan Parag managed 16 runs off 8 balls while Shubham Dubey scored 15 off 9 balls. This ultimately hurt RR's chance of completing partnerships. MI was relentless, especially led by MI's Karn Sharma, who finished with 3/23 in 4 overs. Trent Boult, with 3/28 in 2.1 overs, was just as effective, while MI's Jasprit Bumrah finished with 2/15 in 4 overs, meaning RR could not find a way back. The disciplined bowling effort handed MI a comprehensive victory, wrapping up the RR innings in just 16.1 overs.

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RR vs MI: Post Match Reactions

Ryan Rickleton (Player of the Match): For the match’s best performance with the bat, Rickelton scored 61 runs in just 38 balls. The explosive knock helped the Mumbai Indians win the match, which was special for Rickelton as he was playing in infront of his family. Rickelton talked about the encouraging building stand with Rohit Sharma, noting how they managed to adapt to the mixed bag of conditions. He mentioned how he struggled in the beginning stages of the tournament because of Indian conditions, but now he has pretty much stuck to his attacking style of batting, making a few adjustments.

Hardik Pandya (Mumbai Indians Captain): Hardik Pandya expressed joy at the team's disciplined game, which made it a flawless contest for him. He lauded the batting side for observing “proper batsmanship” while praising partnerships in particular with Suryakumar Yadav. Hardik emphasized that the focus was on simple percentage cricket, which was team-wide in unity on discipline as they move forward.

Trent Boult (Mumbai Indians): The bowler remarked on the execution of the entire team, especially the performance with the bowling, and outlined their experience with crisp strategies for winning six games on the trot. Boult also praised Bumrah's fiery spell commending him as a world-class bowler who delivers "proper nasty-fasty" on the attack. 

Riyan Parag (Rajasthan Royals Captain): Riyan Parag accepts that Mumbai was able to outsmart him with the remarkable burst of speed they exhibited at the end. He acknowledged the need for the middle order, including himself and Dhruv, to step up and reduce errors moving forward.

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Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians: Match Scorecard

Mumbai Indians—217/2 (20 Overs)

Rajasthan Royals – 117 (16.1 Overs)

In a dramatic moment during the IPL 2025 match between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Jaipur’s Sawai Mansingh Stadium on May 1, 2025, MI batter Rohit Sharma sparked controversy with a last-second Decision Review System (DRS) call. The incident happened in the second over of MI's innings, as Sharma faced a stunning delivery from the RR left-arm pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi. The ball hit Sharma's pads, and the on-field umpire immediately raised the finger, indicating an LBW dismissal. 

Sharma wasted no time when he hesitated and looked to facilitate a review when the DRS window hit zero on the stadium screen, prompting debate. Social media blew up as fans and pundits reacted to the umpire's insistence to allow the review because the 15-second DRS window appeared to elapse. Fortunately for Sharma and MI fans, the ball-tracker revealed the ball had pitched outside leg stump to overturn the decision to not out. Sharma went on to score 53, which ultimately became important as RR finally dismissed him via a catch from Yashasvi Jaiswal off the bowling of Riyan Parag.

Umpiring Mistake or Fair Play? 

This incident has called into question the application of DRS protocols in the IPL. There were several posts on social media questioning the issue, with several people claiming that the umpire's ambiguous availability of consideration to MI may not have been available to the RR batters. Critics said that the rules of DRS govern a 15-second time frame in which the player must signal for a review, and Sharma's late motion to raise his arm would have indicated he violated the rules. In fairness to the umpire, he punted, and it likely was an error or a discretionary decision that will open debates on 'fairness of the application of DRS in IPL games.'

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In terms of MI, Ryan Rickleton and Rohit Sharma banged brisk half-centuries to lead Mumbai Indians to a challenging 217 for two against Rajasthan Royals in an Indian Premier League match in Jaipur. Throughout the match they looked like they were on the front foot, and Sharma and Ryan Rickelton (61) created a destructive partnership of 58 runs in the powerplay. Captain Hardik Pandya (48 off 23 balls) and Suryakumar Yadav (48 off 23) added the finishing touches to MI's innings with their explosive innings, even as they were under disappointing spin bowling with RR making MI grind. The enigma of DRS and umpires' oversight and allowing these errors, considered 'conventional' in IPL games, is important for the integrity of the game among full-time stakeholders. The code for enforceability for DRS needs to become more stringent to preserve the integrity of the game.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is returning with exciting cricket action, which is all set to begin on April 22, 2025. This season holds the promise of exciting matches, fierce rivalries, and memorable performances by the best cricketers in the world. Fans globally are eagerly waiting to watch and support their favorite teams. From watching television to streaming online, here is a complete guide to IPL 2025 

RR vs MI Match Details

• Date: May 1st, 2025
• Time:  7:30 PM IST
• Venue: Jaipur

RR vs MI Live Streaming  TV Broadcast by Country

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Rajasthan Royals Playing XI:
Yashashvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Tushar Deshpande, Maheesh Theekshana

Impact Player: Sandeep Sharma,

 Mumbai Indians Playing XI:
Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickleton, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah

Impact Player: Ashwani Kumar in jaipur

RR vs MI Match Preview

Match 50 of the IPL 2025 pits the Rajasthan Royals (RR) against the Mumbai Indians (MI) on Thursday in Jaipur. RR's season hasn't gone as planned—they've won three of ten games and lost the other seven. However, they will bring some momentum into this match after thrashing the Gujarat Titans in their previous outing. Mumbai, on the other hand, is flying high, sitting second in the table after five consecutive victories. With RR on their home turf and fresh from a much-needed victory, they'll be confident in their ability to put up a fight against MI.

RR vs MI Match Details 

Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians –50th Match, IPL 2025

Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur

Date & Time: 01st May 2025 at 07:30 PM IST

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

RR vs MI Venue Stats

RR vs MI Pitch Report

It will be a good batting surface, allowing batsmen to hit through the lines. Bowlers will have a difficult time on this wicket and must bowl well to reap rewards. The average first-inning score is 198 runs, and teams batting first should aim for 185 or more to feel comfortable on this surface.

RR vs MI Weather Report

The weather will not be an issue on matchday. Temperatures are anticipated to be very warm, with sunny skies overhead. There is also no chance of precipitation.  

RR vs MI Last Five Matches

RR vs MI Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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Rajasthan Royals Probable Playing XIs

Mumbai Indians Probable Playing XIs

Ryan Rickelton (wk), Rohit Sharma, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Corbin Bosch, Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, Karn Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah (Impact Player)

Topmost Picks for RR vs MI Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Rajasthan Royals

• Yashasvi Jaiswal – Yashasvi Jaiswal remained unbeaten at 70 off 40, helping seal the win in style.
• Jofra Archer –  Jofra Archer has done the majority of the heavy lifting, taking 10 wickets at 9.57 economy.

Top Picks – Mumbai Indians

• Suryakumar Yadav – Suryakumar Yadav has scored 427 runs in 9 games, averaging 61 and striking at 169.44.
• Jasprit Bumrah –  Jasprit Bumrah has begun to find his groove again - he took 4 for 22 against Lucknow and looked sharp.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for RR vs MI Dream11 Team:

Ryan Rickelton, Rohit Sharma(VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal(C), Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Suryakumar Yadav, Riyan Parag, Sandeep Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Trent Boult, Jofra Archer, Jasprit Bumrah

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for RR vs MI Dream11 Team:

Ryan Rickelton, Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Nitish Rana, Suryakumar Yadav(C), Riyan Parag(VC), Wanindu Hasaranga, Hardik Pandya, Trent Boult, Jofra Archer, Jasprit Bumrah

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Yashasvi Jaiswal, Suryakumar Yadav

Vice-captain – Rohit Sharma, Riyan Parag

Wicketkeeper – Ryan Rickelton

RR vs MI Probable Winners:

The Rajasthan Royals will be buoyed by their recent victory, but they still have a few issues to address before facing a fiery Mumbai Indians side. If Suryavanshi and Jaiswal do not click soon, RR may be in trouble again. Their attacks have also been inconsistent. MI, on the other hand, are in full swing with five consecutive victories and appear difficult to beat. They have good balance and are playing confidently. Suryavanshi and Jaiswal must start against Boult and Bumrah if Rajasthan is to have a chance. If they don't, Mumbai will most likely face another one. Considering the team combination, Mumbai Indians is expected to win this match.

In the 50th match of the IPL 2025, Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians (RR vs MI) has been scheduled for Thursday evening (May 1) at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. It will be their first meeting this season, while both teams will play their 11th match of the season.

The inaugural IPL champions Rajasthan Royals are struggling in eighth place in the IPL 2025 points table with six points after ten games, with three wins and seven losses. Meanwhile, the five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians are among the top four teams at present with 12 points after ten matches, recording six victories and four defeats. 

In their last six matches, Rajasthan Royals won only once and suffered five defeats, including one Super Over loss. In the meantime, Mumbai Indians are running with a five-match winning streak. 

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IPL 2025, Match 50: RR vs MI - Playing XIs Status

Rajasthan Royals' batting has experienced the power of the young openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Suryavanshi, while the other batters also have to take responsibility for playing big knocks. They are in danger of missing out on the playoffs this season. The franchise is also searching for some more pace-bowling support from others.

Mumbai Indians are now flying, they don't need any more changes in the squad at this moment. While they had a rough start this season, they are now one of the strongest teams this season, and they are one of the big favourites to win the title. 

IPL 2025, Match 50: RR vs MI Probable Playing XI

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is returning with exciting cricket action, which is all set to begin on April 22, 2025. This season holds the promise of exciting matches, fierce rivalries, and memorable performances by the best cricketers in the world. Fans globally are eagerly waiting to watch and support their favorite teams. From watching television to streaming online, here is a complete guide to IPL 2025 

IPL 2025: Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians – Player Battles to Watch Out For

Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians
Date: May 1st, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur

Key Battles for Key Players

Yashasvi Jaiswal vs Jasprit Bumrah
Jaiswal's aggressive openers, but Bumrah's yorkers and powerplay swing can blunt him early.

Riyan Parag vs Mitchell Santner
Parag's emergence as a dependable middle-order bat will face Santner's restrictive spin during the middle overs.

Shimron Hetmyer vs Trent Boult
Hetmyer's finishing potential may be at an end facing Boult's speed and cunning variations at the death.

Suryakumar Yadav vs Wanindu Hasaranga
SKY's unorthodox strokeplay can negate spin, but Hasaranga's trickery and swift arm action will test his fluidity.

Hardik Pandya vs. Jofra Archer
A clash of two attacking players, Pandya's late batting vs. Archer's pace and bounce, can illuminate the final overs.

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Rajasthan Royals Playing XI:
Yashashvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Tushar Deshpande, Maheesh Theekshana

Impact Player: Sandeep Sharma,

 Mumbai Indians Playing XI:
Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickleton, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah

Impact Player: Ashwani Kumar in jaipur

Rajasthan Royals (RR) will square off against Mumbai Indians (MI) in match 50 of IPL 2025 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, on May 1, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST. Riyan Parag will captain RR, with Hardik Pandya leading MI. This preview will look into the head-to-head records and key player match-ups, as well as previous meetings, to provide some context for this exciting match-up.

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Most Exciting RR vs MI Matches

The RR and MI rivalry has produced countless memorable moments, highlighted by crazy individual performances and nail-biting finishes: 

IPL 2025, Match 29, April 15, 2025 - Delhi

• MI Score: 174/6 (20 overs)
• RR Score: 162/8 (20 overs)
• Result: MI won by 12 runs

Suryakumar Yadav hit 68 off 38 balls, and Hardik Pandya chipped in an unbeaten 30 off 19 balls to steer MI to 174/6. Once again RR's famous magic man for RR, Yashasvi Jaiswal, similarly counterattacked and blasted 52 off 34 balls, and with Jasprit Bumrah's 3/21, RR fell short of MI's 174 runs, making only 162/8. Bumrah was awarded Player of the Match.

IPL 2022, Match 28 (April 30, 2022) – Pune

• RR Score: 193/8 (20 overs)
  
• MI Score: 170/8 (20 overs)
  
• Result: RR won by 23 runs
  

Jos Buttler’s blistering 67 off 52 and Riyan Parag’s 56 off 34 powered RR to 193/8. MI’s chase faltered despite Tilak Varma’s 61 off 33, with Trent Boult (3/25) and Prasidh Krishna (2/32) restricting them to 170/8. Buttler was named Player of the Match.

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IPL 2014, Match 8 (April 19, 2014) – Abu Dhabi

• MI Score: 179/7 (20 overs)
  
• RR Score: 180/4 (19.1 overs)
  
• Result: RR won by 6 wickets
  

Rohit Sharma's 39 off 31 and Kieron Pollard's 43 off 30 led MI to 179/7. RR chased it down with Ajinkya Rahane's unbeaten 70 off 52 and Sanju Samson's 32 off 22, reaching 180/4. Rahane's composed chase saw him awarded Player of the Match.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) will take on Mumbai Indians (MI) in an exciting IPL 2025 Match 50 on May 1, 2025, at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. The match is set to start at 7:30 PM IST, with RR (Riyan Parag at the helm) facing MI (Hardik Pandya in charge) in a match that could have playoff implications!

Sawai Mansingh Stadium Stats and Records  

• Total Matches: 60
• Batting 1st Won: 21
• Batting 2nd Won: 39
• Highest Total: 217/6 by Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals in 2023
• Lowest Total: 59 all out by Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2023
• Highest Run-chase: 217/6 in 20 overs by Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals in 2023
• Lowest Total Defended: 144/6 by Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders in 2013
• Average 1st Innings Score: 162
• Average 2nd Innings Score: 148

Jaipur has a fast pitch at the start when batsmen tend to do well with the ball at the correct pace, and the pitch does slow down a little as the game progresses, allowing spinners to get some grip and consistency in the middle overs. Chasing has been a better option here; teams have won 37 times chasing compared to 24 wins batting first.

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Weather & Pitch Report

On May 1, 2025, the weather in Jaipur is forecasted to be warm, with temperatures in the range of 34–38°C (93–100°F) and humidity around 40–50% in the evening. Sawai Mansingh Stadium's pitch will most likely also provide a good batting surface initially but will possibly assist spinners as the game crawls past the initial powerplay. Dew may also be a factor in the 2nd innings that may help a chasing team by making the batting conditions easier. 

RR vs MI: Match Preview

Rajasthan Royals, captained by Riyan Parag, are coming off a dominant 8-wicket win against the Gujarat Titans, where Vaibhav Suryavanshi's 101* from 38 balls stole the show. RR had a mixed season with 4 wins from 10 matches; the batting lineup is dependent on Yashasvi Jaiswal , Suryavanshi , and Parag. The bowling lineup, led by Jofra Archer, with Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana providing spinning options, is more suited to Jaipur's conditions, with Sandeep Sharma adding experience if needed. The Mumbai Indians, under Hardik Pandya, are in excellent form, having won 5 matches consecutively and sitting second in the standings. MI's batting lineup of Suryakumar Yadav and Ryan Rickelton, with an explosive batting attack, also possesses Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult as the bowlers that augment their bowling strategy. The MI team is riding the momentum of their recent string of victories, but the Rajasthan faction has home advantage and may be able to make it a closer contest than expected.

In a thrilling encounter on Monday, April 22, Yashasvi Jaiswal, the talented opener for Rajasthan Royals, showcased his prowess with a match-winning century against Mumbai Indians at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Batting first, Mumbai Indians posted a competitive total of 179/9. In response, Rajasthan Royals comfortably chased the target in 18.4 overs, losing just one wicket.

Partnerships and Dominance

Jaiswal’s unbeaten century was the cornerstone of Rajasthan Royals’ emphatic victory. He and Jos Buttler provided a solid start, sharing a crucial 74-run partnership for the first wicket. While Buttler departed after scoring 35 runs, Jaiswal capitalized on his start and scored his second IPL century. His partnership with captain Sanju Samson further consolidated Rajasthan’s position, as they combined for an unbeaten 109-run stand. Jaiswal’s innings of 104 runs off 60 balls included nine boundaries and seven sixes, showcasing his exceptional strokeplay and power-hitting abilities.

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Meeting with Brian Lara

After his outstanding performance, Jaiswal had the privilege of meeting the legendary Brian Lara. A video shared by Rajasthan Royals on social media captured the heartwarming moment when Jaiswal, brimming with excitement, embraced Lara. This encounter was a testament to Jaiswal’s resurgence and earned him accolades from the cricketing fraternity. The meeting was significant for Jaiswal, who expressed his excitement with a heartfelt “Finally.”

Lara’s Praise for Jaiswal

Brian Lara, impressed by Jaiswal’s innings against Mumbai Indians, showered praise on the young batsman. Lara highlighted Jaiswal’s responsibility, maturity, and impeccable shot selection during the innings. He commended Jaiswal’s ability to maintain a high strike rate while playing authentic cricketing shots, emphasizing his versatility across formats.

“Thank you so much, I really enjoyed from the start and I made sure I was watching the ball properly and playing proper cricketing shots. I’m trying to do what I am doing well, some days it comes good and some days it doesn’t, I’m not thinking much.

“I want to thank all my seniors the way they have guided me. I want to thank the Rajasthan Royals management and especially Sanga sir and Sanju bhai for giving me opportunities. I go out and give my best in the practice sessions and I’m so happy today,” he said.

Looking Ahead

With his confidence restored and momentum on his side, Jaiswal will be eager to carry forward his form as Rajasthan Royals prepare to face Lucknow Super Giants on April 27. His resurgence is a boon for his team and a testament to his potential as a future cricketing star.

Yashasvi Jaiswal’s scintillating century propelled table-toppers Rajasthan Royals to a commanding nine-wicket victory over the Mumbai Indians in their Indian Premier League encounter on Monday.

Sandeep Sharma’s five-wicket haul restricts Mumbai Indians

Sandeep Sharma’s exceptional bowling performance saw him clinch a maiden five-wicket haul, restricting the Mumbai Indians to 179/9. Following a brief rain interruption, Rajasthan Royals efficiently chased down the target of 180 with eight balls to spare. Opening batsman Jaiswal, rediscovering his form, emerged as the top scorer for RR, notching an impressive 104 off just 60 deliveries.

In the initial overs, Trent Boult’s early breakthrough saw the dismissal of Rohit Sharma for a mere 6 runs, while Sandeep Sharma wreaked havoc by removing Ishan Kishan (0) and Suryakumar Yadav (10) in quick succession, leaving MI struggling at 20/3 after opting to bat first. However, Tilak Varma steadied the ship with a resilient 65, complemented by Nehal Wadehera’s aggressive 49 off 24 balls, as they stitched a crucial partnership of 99 runs for the fifth wicket. Sandeep Sharma’s brilliance continued as he claimed three more wickets to complete his five-wicket haul, ultimately restricting Mumbai Indians to 179.

Yashasvi Jaiswal’s spectacular century leads Rajasthan Royals to victory

The Royals’ chase began with a solid start, with Buttler and Jaiswal finding boundaries regularly, propelling RR to 44/0 after 5 overs. Their momentum continued as they reached 61/0 after 6 overs, with Buttler and Jaiswal smashing four boundaries in Tushara’s over. However, a brief drizzle interrupted the match following the strategic timeout.

Despite Buttler’s departure for a well-made 35, Jaiswal continued his onslaught, completing his half-century in just 31 balls. The Royals then unleashed a flurry of sixes, smashing three in a single over bowled by Nabi, reaching 110/1 after 11 overs.

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A crucial moment arrived when Sanju Samson was dropped on 19 by David, allowing the Royals to maintain their dominance. Jaiswal eventually reached the milestone of a century in just 59 balls, guiding Rajasthan Royals to a resounding nine-wicket victory over the Mumbai Indians.