MI vs RCB Head to Head — All IPL Matches, Records, Stats

Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru: The Complete IPL Head-to-Head Record

In 34 encounters across 18 IPL seasons, Mumbai Indians hold a 19-14 advantage over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, with one match producing no result. It is one of the most frequently contested fixtures in IPL history — a rivalry pitting India's most successful franchise (five titles) against the team that waited 17 seasons for its first crown. The numbers tell a story of Mumbai's sustained dominance, but the margins reveal a rivalry far closer than the win-loss column suggests.

Their first meeting dates to 20 April 2008, Match 5 of the inaugural IPL season at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Mark Boucher earned Player of the Match as the Royal Challengers chased down the target with five wickets in hand. Since that evening, the two franchises have traded blows across Wankhede, Chinnaswamy, neutral venues in the UAE, South Africa, and Chennai — accumulating a catalogue of defining moments that spans the full breadth of IPL history.

All-Time Record

Mumbai's 55.9% win rate against Royal Challengers Bengaluru ranks among their highest against any franchise. The five-match gap (19 vs 14) has held relatively steady since 2017, with RCB winning three of the last five meetings (2022-2025) to close the deficit from what was once a 16-9 chasm.

Last 5 Meetings

The recent trend shows RCB winning three of the last five encounters (2022, 2023, and 2025), reversing a period of Mumbai dominance that stretched from 2017 to 2021. The 2025 meeting was particularly significant — Rajat Patidar's Player of the Match performance at Wankhede helped RCB to a 12-run victory during the season in which they ultimately won their maiden IPL title.

Defining Moments

The 58-Run Demolition — 27 April 2013, Wankhede Stadium

Mumbai Indians' largest margin of victory in this fixture came in Match 37 of IPL 2013. Dwayne Smith's explosive innings earned him Player of the Match as Mumbai posted a total that Royal Challengers never threatened to chase. The 58-run margin remains the widest in 34 meetings — a statement of intent in what became Mumbai's first IPL title-winning season. That 2013 edition saw Rohit Sharma's first year as MI captain, and the demolition of RCB at Wankhede signalled the beginning of a dynasty that would produce four more titles over the following seven years.

The 2-Run Thriller — 4 April 2013, M Chinnaswamy Stadium

Just three weeks before that 58-run blowout, the same two franchises produced the closest finish in their head-to-head history. At M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, RCB's explosive West Indian opener delivered a match-winning knock to earn Player of the Match as Royal Challengers defended their total by just 2 runs. Match 2 of that 2013 season encapsulated everything about this rivalry — high-scoring, dramatic, and decided in the final over. The 2-run margin is the smallest in 34 encounters and a reminder that on any given night, batting brilliance can override even the most lopsided historical records.

The 9-Wicket Rout — 28 May 2008, M Chinnaswamy Stadium

In the inaugural season's 55th match, Mumbai Indians produced their most dominant bowling performance against RCB. Chasing at Chinnaswamy, MI reached the target with nine wickets in hand — a margin so emphatic it has never been matched in this fixture. CRD Fernando's Player of the Match-winning spell dismantled the RCB top order, and the result established early that Mumbai could dominate even in Bengaluru. This pattern persisted for years — MI's record at Chinnaswamy against RCB remains one of the most remarkable away records in IPL history.

Venue Split

Note: Wankhede and Chinnaswamy entries combine variant spellings from different seasons across 2008-2025.

The venue data reveals a striking pattern. Mumbai Indians have been formidable at both primary home grounds — winning 8 of 12 at Wankhede (66.7%) and an even more remarkable 8 of 11 at Chinnaswamy (72.7%). RCB's inability to win consistently at their own fortress against MI has been a defining feature of this rivalry across 18 seasons. Mumbai have won more matches at Chinnaswamy against RCB than RCB have managed to win there themselves — an extraordinary statistic for a home ground.

The picture inverts at neutral venues, however. In Dubai during the IPL's UAE era (2020-2021), RCB won both completed encounters. Across all neutral grounds — Pune, Chennai, Johannesburg, Abu Dhabi — RCB hold a 6-3 advantage. This suggests that when conditions are unfamiliar to both sides, the contest equalises and tilts toward the Bengaluru franchise. The removal of Mumbai's home-ground familiarity appears to neutralise one of their key advantages in this fixture.

Mumbai's Era of Dominance: 2014–2020

Between 2014 and 2020, Mumbai Indians won 10 of 13 meetings against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This seven-season stretch coincided with Mumbai's golden era — four IPL titles (2015, 2017, 2019, 2020) — and RCB's most frustrating period of near-misses and inconsistency. During these years, MI's bowling attack repeatedly dismantled RCB's star-studded batting lineup, particularly at Wankhede where the pace trio found early swing under lights.

The 2017 season exemplified this dominance — Mumbai beat RCB in both league encounters, winning by four wickets in Bengaluru and by five wickets at home, contributing to a campaign that ended with their third IPL trophy. RCB's solitary wins during this 2014-2020 stretch often came through individual brilliance from key overseas batters rather than systematic team performances — a pattern that frustrated the Bengaluru faithful season after season.

RCB's Recent Resurgence: 2022–2025

The tide turned perceptibly from 2022 onwards. Royal Challengers Bengaluru won three of four completed meetings between 2022 and 2025 (with one Mumbai win in 2024). The 2022 win in Pune (Anuj Rawat's Player of the Match debut statement), the 2023 eight-wicket demolition at Chinnaswamy, and the 2025 victory at Wankhede during their title-winning campaign collectively signalled a franchise that had found competitive parity against their historical nemesis. Jasprit Bumrah remained the constant threat for Mumbai — his 2024 Player of the Match performance being MI's sole bright spot in this recent stretch — but RCB had developed the batting depth to absorb individual brilliance and still prevail.

The Rivalry's Place in IPL History

MI vs RCB represents something larger than a bilateral record — it is the meeting of IPL's two most globally recognised brands. Mumbai Indians, with five titles in seven final appearances, embody ruthless efficiency and big-game composure under pressure. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who broke through for their first title in 2025, symbolise the emotional, entertainment-driven approach — a franchise that attracts the game's most watchable players and produces the most dramatic finishes. Their 34 meetings have produced a 9-wicket rout and a 2-run nail-biter; a 58-run demolition and an 8-wicket chase completed with 18 balls to spare. The fixture has been played at 14 different venues across three countries, yet it retains the same electricity regardless of location. Every IPL season brings at least two chapters to this ongoing story, and the fixture remains among the most anticipated on the calendar wherever and whenever it is scheduled.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall MI vs RCB head-to-head record in IPL?

Mumbai Indians lead the all-time head-to-head record 19-14 from 34 IPL meetings between 2008 and 2025. One match produced no result. Mumbai hold a 55.9% win rate in this fixture across all 18 seasons of the Indian Premier League.

What was the biggest victory in MI vs RCB IPL matches?

Mumbai Indians' 58-run victory on 27 April 2013 at Wankhede Stadium is the largest margin by runs in this fixture. The biggest victory by wickets is also Mumbai's — a 9-wicket win at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on 28 May 2008 in the inaugural IPL season.

What was the closest MI vs RCB match ever played?

The closest finish came on 4 April 2013 at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, when Royal Challengers Bangalore won by just 2 runs. No other MI vs RCB match has been decided by a margin of fewer than 5 runs.

Which venue has hosted the most MI vs RCB IPL matches?

Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai has hosted 12 MI vs RCB encounters — the most of any venue. Mumbai Indians have won 8 of those 12 matches (66.7% win rate). M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru ranks second with 11 meetings, where Mumbai hold an 8-2 advantage (with one no result).

How have MI and RCB performed at each other's home ground?

Mumbai Indians have an extraordinary away record at Chinnaswamy Stadium, winning 8 of 11 matches in Bengaluru. RCB have a comparatively weaker away record at Wankhede, winning 4 of 12 matches in Mumbai. MI's dominance in Bengaluru is among the strongest visiting records at any IPL home ground.

How many IPL titles have Mumbai Indians and RCB won?

Mumbai Indians have won five IPL titles (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020) — the most by any franchise. Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first IPL title in 2025 after reaching the final in 2009, 2011, and 2016 without success.

Where can I watch MI vs RCB IPL matches live?

All IPL matches, including MI vs RCB fixtures, are broadcast live on JioStar across television and streaming platforms in India every IPL season. International viewers can access the broadcast through regional IPL broadcasting partners.