RR vs MI Betting Guide – Best Bets, Safe Picks & Session Tips for IPL 2026

Updated At: 2026-04-07

Welcome to our RR vs MI betting tips guide — your complete IPL betting guide 2026 for today's fixture. Check out our RR vs MI match prediction for a full breakdown of what to expect, and read on for the best RR vs MI best bets and RR vs MI safe bets today.

Rajasthan Royals play host to Mumbai Indians in their second home game of the season at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, with a scheduled start time of 7:30 PM IST.

The Royals have won both their matches played this season, with their last outing being a tight encounter against the Gujarat Titans which they managed to get over the line. Mumbai Indians, meanwhile, were completely taken apart by Delhi Capitals at Arun Jaitley Stadium in what was a rather one-sided contest.

Both these teams have a great history, and in recent years we have witnessed a lot of close games. The overall head-to-head record is fairly even, with Rajasthan Royals winning 15 and Mumbai Indians winning 17 matches. This is also the first time both these teams will face off at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in this RR vs MI IPL 2026 fixture, which gives the Royals a slight home advantage.

Ahead of this contest, check out our RR vs MI best bets, safe bets, powerplay tips, session markets, and key venue bets you can bank on. For more cricket markets this season, browse our full IPL 2026 betting tips.

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Match Winner

Rajasthan Royals to Win @ 2.25 (Stake)

Rajasthan Royals have won 50% of their matches at Barsapara Cricket Stadium and are 2–0 this season, while Mumbai Indians have won one and lost one. The Royals have a strong batting lineup and a capable bowling attack that can trouble Mumbai's batters. Home familiarity at this venue gives them an additional edge in today's fixture.

Total Match Sixes

Under 18.5 @ 1.85 (Parimatch)

The last three matches between Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals have been low six-hitting contests, with an average of just 12 sixes per match. In none of those three matches did the total sixes exceed 14. We predict another low six-hitting affair in today's match and back the total to come in under 18.5.

Best Opening Partnership

Rajasthan Royals to Have a Better Opening Partnership Than MI @ 1.95 (Parimatch)

Rajasthan Royals' opening pair of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi have been in excellent form this season, providing strong starts and averaging 73 runs for the first wicket across the last two matches. Mumbai Indians' opening pair of Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton added 148 runs in the first match but struggled on a slightly slower surface, adding just 18 runs in the second. With the Guwahati surface expected to play on the slower side, we back the Royals' openers to have the better opening partnership.

Why Barsapara Cricket Stadium Suits Certain Bet Types

The average total match score across the last three IPL matches played at Barsapara Cricket Stadium is on the lower side at 272 runs. The last three head-to-head matches between Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals have also produced a combined total match score of 316 runs. Expect a moderate-scoring match and we predict the total match score to come in under 366.5.

We back the Total Match Score Under 366.5 @ 1.85 (Parimatch). The venue data points firmly towards a more contained scoring affair, and with the surface expected to assist spinners in the middle overs, both batting lineups are likely to be kept in check through the key phases of the game.

RR vs MI Powerplay Betting Tips & Stats

RR vs MI powerplay betting is one of the most popular markets for this fixture. The IPL 2026 powerplay stats below highlight key trends at Barsapara Cricket Stadium.

The average powerplay score over the last two seasons at Barsapara Cricket Stadium is 69 runs. The Royals have been a dominant side in the powerplay overs at this venue, posting 54, 79, and 74 runs in their last three matches at Guwahati. The last time they played here they scored 74 runs against CSK, and they have restricted their opponents to under 50 runs on two occasions, with only one team managing to surpass 50 runs against them at this ground.

This season, the Royals are averaging 72 runs in the first six overs at 12 runs per over, having scored past 60 runs in both their matches. Mumbai Indians scored 80 runs in their first match against KKR but struggled on a slightly two-paced surface in their second game, managing just 41 runs and averaging 61 runs per match overall this season. We predict Mumbai Indians to have a more moderate powerplay in today's match, while backing the Royals to keep going hard early on and score around 60–70 runs in the first six overs.

Rajasthan Royals to Score Over 56.5 in 6 Overs @ 1.85 (1xBet)
Mumbai Indians to Score Under 58.5 in 6 Overs @ 1.80 (Stake)

Stat	RR	MI	IPL 2026 Avg
Avg PP score (batting)	72	61	65
PP score at Barsapara Cricket Stadium	69	DNP	58

RR Powerplay Form vs MI Powerplay Form

Rajasthan Royals have been outstanding in the first six overs this season, while Mumbai Indians were shaky in their last match and, crucially, this will be their first IPL fixture at Guwahati, meaning they have no read on how the surface will play. We are backing Rajasthan Royals to score more runs in the first 6 overs than Mumbai Indians and back them to outscore Mumbai Indians in the powerplay @ 2.00 (Parimatch).

10-Over Session Bets — What to Back at the Halfway Mark

IPL 2026 session bets at the 10-over mark are among the most profitable markets at Barsapara Cricket Stadium. The average score across the last six innings at this venue at the 10-over mark equates to a scoring rate of around 8–8.3 runs per over, with a typical score of 83 runs. These session bets are well supported by the venue data.

Wickets in hand will be the key variable at this venue. If a team loses fewer than one wicket in the powerplay and scores at around 9–10 runs per over, the scoring rate between overs 7–10 is generally around 8–9 runs per over. However, if they lose more than one wicket, that rate dips sharply to 6–7 runs per over in that phase. The conditions at this venue do favour the spinners in the middle overs, making it a tough challenge for batters to accelerate.

The same pattern applies between overs 11–15, where the average score across the last six innings is 118 runs and the scoring rate dips to around 7 runs per over. As the innings progresses, conditions become increasingly difficult for batting, and wickets in hand become absolutely critical. If a team has lost more than 4 wickets by the end of 15 overs, betting on the under for their team total is likely to be the most profitable outcome.

Rajasthan Royals are scoring at close to 11–12 runs per over overall this season, with their scoring rate sitting at around 9.5–10.5 runs per over between overs 7–15. Mumbai Indians' scoring rate in that same phase is around 8.5–9 runs per over.

Rajasthan Royals Score Over 91.5 in 10 Overs @ 1.85 (Parimatch)
Mumbai Indians Score Under 93.5 in 10 Overs @ 1.85 (1xBet)

Over Range	Typical Score (1st Inns)	Key Variable	Our Line
0–6 (PP)	50–55	Opener form	Over 53.5
0–10 combined	80–85	Spinners will contain runs	Under 91.5
0–15	115–120	Wickets in hand	Update on match day

Batting First vs Chasing at Barsapara Cricket Stadium — Defence & Chase Bets

Batting first vs chasing at Barsapara Cricket Stadium is one of the most important factors when placing bets on this fixture. For the latest standings, visit the IPL 2026 points table.

Across the six completed IPL matches at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, the results are split evenly — the team batting first won three matches, including two for Rajasthan Royals, while the chasing team also won three. The Royals won their last match at this venue while bowling first, on a surface that was a little sticky early on with seamers making good use of the conditions. A similar track is expected today, where batting will be tough early before easing as the game progresses.

Mumbai Indians also won their only match this season while chasing and lost when batting first. Looking at the last five head-to-head matches between these sides, the team bowling first won four of those five. Across all 32 matches played between Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals, the team bowling first has won 20 and the team batting first has won 12, giving the chasing side a win rate of 62.5% in this specific head-to-head matchup.

Metric (Last 3 matches)	Batting First	Chasing
Win %	33.3%	66.7%
Avg winning score	175–185	—
Lowest score defended	183	—
Highest score chased	—	152
Dew factor impact	—	Moderate

Toss Prediction & Impact on Your Bets

Rajasthan Royals have won both coin tosses this season and elected to field on both occasions. Mumbai Indians won one toss and lost one this season. The overall toss record between these teams favours the Royals, who have won 18 coin tosses and elected to field first on 13 occasions. Mumbai Indians have won 14 tosses, electing to bat first on 8 of those occasions.

Our RR vs MI toss prediction is Rajasthan Royals to win the coin toss @ 1.90 (1xBet). If they do win it, expect them to bowl first based on their recent pattern and the favourable conditions for the chasing team at this venue. Update your match-winner bet once the toss result is confirmed.

Our Top 3 Best Bets for RR vs MI Today

1. Team Fours: Rajasthan Royals Total Fours Over 14.5 @ 1.85 (1xBet)

Rajasthan Royals are averaging 15.33 fours per match while playing at Barsapara Cricket Stadium. This season across their last two matches the Royals have smashed 30 fours, averaging 15 per match. They are a strong boundary-hitting side and we back them to clear the 14.5 fours line comfortably in today's fixture.

2. Team Fours: Mumbai Indians Total Fours Over 15.5 @ 1.85 (Parimatch)

Mumbai Indians have hit over 15.5 fours in both matches they have played this season and are averaging 19 fours per match overall. Against Rajasthan Royals, Mumbai average 15 fours per match across the head-to-head. Given their current batting lineup and boundary-hitting capability, backing them to clear the 15.5 fours line is well supported by both their recent form and head-to-head record.

3. Team Sixes: Rajasthan Royals Total Sixes Over 9.5 (if they bat first) @ 2.10 (Stake)

Rajasthan Royals are averaging 9.5 sixes per match this season and smashed over 10 sixes against the Titans in their last match. They are the second-best six-hitting team this season, and with Mumbai Indians having conceded 9 sixes per match this season, the conditions are in place for the Royals to clear the rope regularly if they win the toss and bat first.

#	Market	Our Pick	Odds	Confidence
1	Team Fours	Rajasthan Royals Total Fours Over 14.5	1.85	High
2	Team Fours	Mumbai Indians Total Fours Over 15.5	1.85	High
3	Team Sixes	Rajasthan Royals Total Sixes Over 9.5 (if they bat first)	2.10	High

FAQ — RR vs MI Betting

What is the best bet for RR vs MI in IPL 2026?

Our top best bet for RR vs MI is Rajasthan Royals Total Fours Over 14.5. The Royals are averaging 15.33 fours per match at Barsapara Cricket Stadium and have smashed 30 fours across their two matches this season at 15 per match. As a consistent boundary-hitting side on a familiar surface, this is the most reliable play on the card for today's fixture.

Is RR or MI better at Barsapara Cricket Stadium?

Rajasthan Royals have a clear advantage at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, having played here before and winning 50% of their matches at this venue. This is the first time Mumbai Indians will play at this ground, which removes any venue familiarity they might otherwise benefit from. The Royals' experience of the conditions at Guwahati gives them a meaningful edge in today's contest.

What is the powerplay score prediction for RR vs MI?

Based on recent form and Barsapara Cricket Stadium IPL 2026 stats, we predict Rajasthan Royals to score over 56.5 runs in their powerplay, backed by their seasonal average of 72 runs in the first six overs. For Mumbai Indians, we predict them to score under 58.5 runs in their powerplay, given their struggles on slower surfaces and the fact this is their first visit to Guwahati.

Should I bet on batting first or chasing at Barsapara Cricket Stadium?

The data favours the chasing team at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, with teams bowling first winning 66.7% of the last three matches at this venue. The head-to-head record between these sides across all venues also strongly supports this, with the chasing team winning 62.5% of all RR vs MI matches. We recommend waiting for the toss result before placing your match-winner bet.

What are safe bets for RR vs MI today?

Two standout safe bets are Total Match Sixes Under 18.5, backed by the last three head-to-head meetings averaging just 12 sixes per match with none exceeding 14, and Rajasthan Royals to have the better opening partnership, given their average of 73 runs for the first wicket this season against Mumbai Indians' inconsistent starts across their two matches so far.

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