IPL 2026: Match 41, MI vs SRH Match Prediction – Who will win today’s IPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Sunrisers Hyderabad?

Published - 28 Apr 2026, 10:48 IST | Updated - 28 Apr 2026, 11:38 IST

Mumbai Indians (MI) will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on April 29 in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at Wankhede Stadium.

MI are struggling this season under the leadership of Hardik Pandya. The five-time champions are placed ninth on the table with just two wins from seven matches. They will be eager to bounce back in front of their home crowd and secure their third win of the season.

Meanwhile, SRH sit third in the standings with five wins from eight matches. Despite a slightly inconsistent start, they have gained momentum with four consecutive victories. They will aim to maintain this form and strengthen their position in the top four.

Wankhede Stadium is widely regarded as a batting-friendly venue where batters tend to enjoy significant success. The relatively small boundaries and true pitch allow the ball to come nicely onto the bat, making stroke play easier and encouraging high scores. For bowlers, it’s a challenging ground, they have to work hard for wickets. Maintaining tight lines and consistent lengths is crucial, as any lapse in discipline is likely to be punished heavily by the batters.

Quinton de Kock (WK), Naman Dhir, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (C), Tilak Varma, Sherfane Rutherford, Will Jacks, Jasprit Bumrah, Krish Bhagat, AM Ghazanfar, Ashwani Kumar

Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen, Salil Arora (WK), Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins (C), Shivang Kumar, Sakib Hussain, Praful Hinge, Eshan Malinga

Ishan Kishan could be the key batter for Sunrisers Hyderabad in this clash. He has scored 312 runs in eight matches at an impressive strike rate of 198.73, consistently providing quick starts at the top. His aggressive approach often sets the tone for the innings, and if he gets going, he can dictate the flow of the game and take his team to victory with ease.

AM Ghazanfar could be the key bowler in this clash, having taken eight wickets in five matches. His spell in the middle overs will be crucial and has the potential to be a game-changer. With his leg-spin, he has consistently troubled batters, making it difficult for them to score freely and build momentum.