Overview
Mumbai Indians (MI) lost their opening clash against Delhi Capitals (DC) in the IPL 2022. They have somewhat made a template of losing opening matches and then clinching titles, as MI is the only team that has won 5 championships.
Rajasthan Royals (RR), on the other hand, are unbeaten, having won the opening match against SRH. The RR vs MI match is crucial because both teams will be wary of momentum, which is key in the IPL.
Overall, MI and RR have a gripping history with no easy battles, which makes the Saturday Clash an exciting one.
MI’s tactics
Mumbai Indians would be happy as there won’t be any dew factor as the match is scheduled for 3:30 PM. MI would be hoping that Suryakumar Yadav is back to form as he is a top-order batter whose 40-60 runs can help MI put up a commendable score of 200+ runs, as in the IPL, you need to have a big score on board.
The million-dollar baby of IPL 2022, who is none other than Ishan Kishan, will have to live up to his price as he can’t get away with scoring 30 odd runs as he is expected to lead the batting line-up with Captain Rohit Sharma.
The Skipper needs to lead the team as there is no doubt about his captaincy as winning 5 titles isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. MI would be hopeful of a better show from the batters as this time the batters must put up a formidable total in the range of 220-230 as the scoreboard pressure plays a vital role in deciding the fate of the match.
The bowlers need to be watchful when an onslaught is happening, as there are umpteen chances that the batting team might give you a chance to make a comeback.
Overall, MI has everything it needs to defeat RR, but ruling out RR is not an option because RR is a revamped and furnished unit that has covered all bases by acquiring star players.
Mumbai Indians Probable Playing XI:
Ishan Kishan (wk), Rohit Sharma (c), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, Kieron Pollard, Tim David, Daniel Sams, Murugan Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Tymal Mills, Basil Thampi
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RR’s tactics
Rajasthan Royals would be over the moon as they had started off their campaign with a win. RR knows that well begun is half done as they need to pull their socks up as MI is a threatening opponent.
MI can cut RR in half by bowling a mesmerizing spell by the quick bowlers, but not to forget that they have Murugan Ashwin, who is a foxy spinner. RR has got some serious names present in the form of Jos Buttler, Ravichandran Ashwin, Shimron Hetmyer, and a lot more.
RR now doesn’t look like underdogs as they have got a Captain in Sanju Samson, who would take RR to new heights as this is his 2nd season as the Captain.
The role of Kumar Sangakkara becomes pivotal as he has to make sure that the team isn’t getting complacent as the team still has a lot to attain as, in this marquee tournament, there are “n” chances that a team may lose focus.
All in all, RR have a strenuous task on their hands as defeating MI won’t be easy as they have to play at their best. It doesn’t mean that MI is the favorite as RR has a habit of astonishing the opponent with some sheer brilliance.
Rajasthan Royals Probable Playing XI:
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, Devdutt Padikkal, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Riyan Parag, Ravichandran Ashwin, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Trent Boult, Prasidh Krishna, Yuzvendra Chahal
Final Verdict
The match is going to be played at D.Y. Patil Stadium, which means that another run-fest is on the cards. MI has a slight advantage because they know how to win crucial matches, whereas RR knows how to be the party spoilers. Overall, MI has the advantage over RR, but an upset is possible.
MI vs RR Fantasy Picks Team 1:
Batters: Sanju Samson, Rohit Sharma, S Hetmyer
Wicketkeeper: Ishan Kishan
All-Rounders: Kieron Pollard, Daniel Sams, Tim David
Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, Yuzvendra Chahal, T Boult
MI vs RR Fantasy Picks Team 2:
Batters: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma, Jos Butler, Shimron Hetmeyer
Wicketkeeper: Ishan Kishan, Sanju Samson
All-Rounders: Kieron Pollard
Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Mrugan Ashwin, Ravichandran Ashwin, T Boult
