The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 continues to serve up thrilling contests as Rajasthan Royals (RR) prepare to take on the red-hot Mumbai Indians (MI) in Match 50 of the tournament. The clash is set to take place at the iconic Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Thursday, May 01, at 7:30 PM IST. While Mumbai Indians are riding a wave of strong form, Rajasthan Royals are desperate to keep their faint playoff hopes alive.
Match Details
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Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians, Match 50, IPL 2025
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Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
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Date & Time: Thursday, May 01, 2025, 7:30 PM (IST)
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Broadcast: JioStar Network Channels & JioHotstar (App & Website)
Team Overviews
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
The Royals enter this match with renewed hope after finally snapping their five-game losing streak with a dominant eight-wicket win over Gujarat Titans. The spotlight was firmly on 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who stunned everyone with a remarkable century. Under the leadership of Riyan Parag, RR now sits at eighth on the table with 6 points and a Net Run Rate of -0.349. A win here is crucial if they want to stay mathematically alive in the playoff race.
Mumbai Indians (MI)
The story of MI this season has been one of resurgence. From languishing at ninth place earlier in the tournament, they’ve stormed into second place after five consecutive wins. Led by Hardik Pandya, the five-time champions have rediscovered their rhythm with both bat and ball. With an eye on finishing in the top two and gaining a strategic advantage for the playoffs, Mumbai will be aiming for a sixth straight win.
Pitch Report – Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
The surface in Jaipur has proven to be a high-scoring one in recent matches. The pitch has a hard base with a good covering of grass, which offers consistent bounce and allows batters to play their shots freely. Dew is expected to play a part in the second innings, making it challenging for bowlers, especially spinners. Historically, chasing has been a successful strategy here — 39 out of 60 matches have been won by teams batting second.
Head-to-Head Record
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Total Matches: 29
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RR Wins: 14
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MI Wins: 15
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Tied: 0
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No Result: 0
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Last Meeting: April 22, 2024
With just one win separating them historically, this has been one of IPL’s most balanced rivalries.
Probable Playing XIs
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
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Yashasvi Jaiswal
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Vaibhav Suryavanshi
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Nitish Rana
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Riyan Parag (c)
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Dhruv Jurel (wk)
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Shimron Hetmyer
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Wanindu Hasaranga
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Jofra Archer
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Maheesh Theekshana
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Sandeep Sharma
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Yudhvir Singh Charak
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Impact Player: Shubham Dubey
Mumbai Indians (MI)
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Ryan Rickelton (wk)
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Rohit Sharma
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Will Jacks
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Suryakumar Yadav
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Tilak Varma
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Hardik Pandya (c)
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Naman Dhir
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Corbin Bosch
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Trent Boult
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Deepak Chahar
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Karn Sharma
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Impact Player: Jasprit Bumrah
Key Players to Watch
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Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR): With 426 runs in 10 games, Jaiswal is Rajasthan’s go-to batter. In red-hot form, the southpaw will look to give RR a solid start yet again.
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Hardik Pandya (MI): The MI skipper is showing his all-round prowess, especially with the ball, having picked 12 wickets so far. His leadership and economy will be vital on a batting-friendly surface.
Match Scenarios & Prediction
Scenario 1:
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RR wins toss and bowls
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MI PP score: 45–55
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MI Total: 195–200
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Prediction: Rajasthan Royals win the match
Scenario 2:
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MI wins toss and bowls
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RR PP score: 55–65
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RR Total: 200–205
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Prediction: Mumbai Indians win the match
Final Prediction
Given the nature of the pitch and the presence of dew in the second innings, the toss could play a pivotal role. The team bowling first is likely to face the advantage of a dry ball and better grip. Historically, chasing has brought better results at this venue, and both teams have explosive top orders capable of chasing or setting 200+ totals.
Today’s Match Winner Prediction: Team bowling second to have the edge – chasing side likely to win.