Mumbai Indians vs Rajasthan Royals: 30 Matches, One of the IPL's Most Balanced Rivalries
In 30 meetings across 18 IPL seasons (2008–2025), Mumbai Indians hold a narrow 16-14 advantage over Rajasthan Royals. That two-match gap belies the drama this fixture has produced — a 100-run annihilation in Jaipur, a 2-run nail-biter in Durban, and a rare 10-wicket demolition at the Wankhede Stadium. Few head-to-head records in the IPL swing so wildly between dominance and vulnerability.
The rivalry began on 7 May 2008 at the DY Patil Academy in Mumbai, where Ashish Nehra's new-ball burst earned Player of the Match as Mumbai won by 7 wickets. Since then, the fixture has traversed neutral venues in South Africa and the UAE, survived franchise rebuilds, and witnessed generational stars impose themselves on the contest. With a win rate of 53.3% for Mumbai Indians and 46.7% for Rajasthan Royals, this remains one of the most evenly contested pairings in the tournament's history.
All-Time Head-to-Head Record
| Metric | Mumbai Indians | Rajasthan Royals |
|---|---|---|
| Matches won | 16 | 14 |
| Win percentage | 53.3% | 46.7% |
| Biggest victory (runs) | 100 runs (2025) | — |
| Biggest victory (wickets) | — | 10 wickets (2011) |
| Total meetings | 30 | 30 |
| No results | 0 | 0 |
The balance of this rivalry has shifted in phases. Mumbai Indians held the upper hand during the 2013–2020 dynasty era, while Rajasthan Royals established Jaipur as a fortress where they dominated consistently between 2013 and 2024.
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Venue | Winner | Margin | Player of the Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May 2025 | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur | Mumbai Indians | 100 runs | RD Rickelton |
| 22 Apr 2024 | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur | Rajasthan Royals | 9 wickets | Sandeep Sharma |
| 1 Apr 2024 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | Rajasthan Royals | 6 wickets | TA Boult |
| 30 Apr 2023 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | Mumbai Indians | 6 wickets | YBK Jaiswal |
| 30 Apr 2022 | DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai | Mumbai Indians | 5 wickets | SA Yadav |
The recent form shows a 3-2 split in Mumbai's favour across the last five encounters (2022–2025), with both teams capable of emphatic victories. The 2024 season saw Rajasthan take both meetings — including a comprehensive 9-wicket win in Jaipur — before Mumbai's record-breaking 100-run demolition in 2025 flipped the momentum emphatically.
Defining Moments
The 100-Run Blowout — Jaipur, 2025
The most one-sided result in this fixture's history arrived on 1 May 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. Mumbai Indians posted a massive total and then bowled Rajasthan Royals out to win by 100 runs — the largest margin of victory in all 30 meetings between these two franchises. Ryan Rickelton's explosive innings earned him Player of the Match. For a fixture that usually produces tight contests, a 100-run margin represented a seismic shift — and broke Mumbai's long-running Jaipur curse in emphatic fashion. It remains the only three-figure runs margin in the history of this head-to-head.
The 2-Run Thriller — Durban, 2009
During the IPL's South African sojourn in 2009, these two sides produced what remains the closest finish in their head-to-head history. At Kingsmead in Durban on 14 May 2009, Rajasthan Royals defended their total by just 2 runs. Shane Warne, captaining and conjuring in equal measure, took Player of the Match honours in a masterclass of pressure bowling and field placement. The 2-run margin is a reminder that in a fixture spanning 30 matches across 18 seasons, even the inaugural champion needed every last delivery to prevail. No other MI-RR match has been decided by fewer than 5 runs in a first-innings-wins scenario.
The 10-Wicket Demolition — Wankhede, 2011
On 20 May 2011, Rajasthan Royals achieved something almost unheard of in T20 cricket — a 10-wicket victory at Mumbai Indians' own fortress. At the Wankhede Stadium, the visiting team's opening pair demolished a modest chase without losing a single wicket, the Player of the Match delivering a devastating all-round performance. A 10-wicket win remains one of the rarest outcomes in IPL history — fewer than 15 have ever been recorded across all 18 seasons — and this stands as the most emphatic wickets-based victory in the MI-RR rivalry. It demonstrated that Rajasthan, often cast as underdogs, could produce moments of absolute dominance against the IPL's most successful franchise.
Venue Split
| Venue | Meetings | Mumbai Indians Wins | Rajasthan Royals Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur (combined) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (combined) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai/Navi Mumbai | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Sardar Patel Stadium, Motera | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Kingsmead, Durban | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Rajasthan Royals hold a clear 6-3 advantage at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur — their pink fortress has been a reliable stronghold in this rivalry across 14 years of IPL cricket. Mumbai Indians counter with a 5-4 edge at the Wankhede Stadium. The fixture has also been played at eight neutral venues across India, South Africa, and the UAE, reflecting the IPL's geographic evolution. At neutral grounds, Mumbai Indians hold a 6-3 advantage — their ability to win away from both home grounds has been the primary reason they lead the overall head-to-head.
Rajasthan's Jaipur Dominance: 2013–2024
Between 2013 and 2024, Rajasthan Royals won 5 of 7 matches played at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium against Mumbai Indians. The pink-clad home support, combined with pitches that often offered turn in the second innings, gave Rajasthan's spin-heavy attacks a structural advantage during this 11-year window. Only in 2025 did Mumbai Indians break the Jaipur curse emphatically with their record 100-run victory. Across those same years, Mumbai Indians maintained their overall head-to-head lead primarily through dominance in Mumbai and at neutral venues — a pattern that underscores how venue dynamics shaped this rivalry's statistical balance throughout the IPL's second decade.
The Rivalry's Place in IPL History
Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals represent two contrasting philosophies of IPL cricket. Mumbai, with five titles (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020), embody sustained institutional dominance — mega-auction rebuilds, strategic retention, and a culture of winning knockout matches. Rajasthan Royals, champions in the tournament's inaugural 2008 season, represent the romance of the underdog — a franchise that built its identity on scouting unknown talent and trusting data-driven squad construction before it became fashionable. Their 30-match head-to-head reflects this contrast: Mumbai lead overall, but Rajasthan have produced some of the rivalry's most memorable individual performances (a 10-wicket demolition, a 2-run Warne masterclass, a sustained Jaipur dominance spanning a decade). With a gap of just two wins separating them across 18 years of competition, it remains one of the IPL's most genuinely unpredictable matchups — and the fixture will be revisited every season for as long as both franchises compete.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the overall head-to-head record between Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals in the IPL?
In 30 IPL meetings from 2008 to 2025, Mumbai Indians have won 16 matches and Rajasthan Royals have won 14. There have been no tied or abandoned matches between these two franchises across 18 seasons of competition.
What is the biggest victory margin in MI vs RR matches?
The biggest victory by runs is Mumbai Indians' 100-run win at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur on 1 May 2025 — the only three-figure margin in this fixture's history. The biggest victory by wickets is Rajasthan Royals' 10-wicket win at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on 20 May 2011.
What was the closest finish between Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals?
The closest finish came on 14 May 2009 at Kingsmead, Durban during the IPL's South African edition. Rajasthan Royals won by just 2 runs, with Shane Warne named Player of the Match for his captaincy under pressure.
Which venue has hosted the most MI vs RR matches?
The Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur and the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai are tied at 9 matches each (combining all naming variations), having hosted 18 of the 30 total meetings between the two sides.
Where does Rajasthan Royals have the advantage in this rivalry?
Rajasthan Royals hold a 6-3 advantage in matches played at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Between 2013 and 2024, they won 5 of 7 home meetings against Mumbai Indians — their strongest venue dominance in this fixture.
How many IPL titles have Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals won?
Mumbai Indians have won five IPL titles (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020) — the joint-most alongside Chennai Super Kings in tournament history. Rajasthan Royals won the inaugural IPL in 2008, their sole championship.
Where can fans watch Mumbai Indians vs Rajasthan Royals matches?
All IPL matches, including the MI vs RR fixture, are broadcast live on JioStar across every IPL season in India, with streaming available on JioCinema for digital viewers.