Mumbai Indians vs Sunrisers Hyderabad: A Rivalry Defined by Contrasts
In 25 IPL meetings since 2013, Mumbai Indians hold a 14-10 advantage over Sunrisers Hyderabad, with one match ending without a result. That 56% win rate for Mumbai does not tell the full story. This is a rivalry between two fundamentally different cricketing philosophies — Mumbai's trust in star-laden squads and aggressive chasing against Hyderabad's bowling-first mentality and clinical run-restriction. The fixture has produced an 85-run blowout, a 10-wicket demolition, a 3-run nail-biter, and two franchises that have consistently finished in the top half of the IPL table.
Sunrisers Hyderabad entered the IPL in 2013 after replacing the Deccan Chargers, and their very first encounter with Mumbai Indians set the tone. Ishant Sharma earned the Player of the Match award as SRH won by 7 wickets at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on 1 May 2013. Since that day, neither franchise has managed to pull too far ahead — every time Mumbai opened a significant gap in the head-to-head ledger, Hyderabad clawed back with a dominant run of their own.
All-Time Head to Head Record
| Metric | Mumbai Indians | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
|---|---|---|
| Matches won | 14 | 10 |
| Win percentage | 56% | 40% |
| No result | 1 | 1 |
| Total meetings | 25 | 25 |
| Biggest victory (runs) | — | 85 runs (2016) |
| Biggest victory (wickets) | — | 10 wickets (2020) |
| Closest finish (runs) | — | 3 runs (SRH, 2022) |
Mumbai's 14 wins include crucial playoff-stage victories, while Sunrisers' 10 wins feature some of the most emphatic margins in IPL history. The single no-result match further underscores how closely contested this fixture has been across 13 seasons of cricket.
Last Five Meetings
| Date | Venue | Winner | Margin | Player of the Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Apr 2025 | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad | Mumbai Indians | 7 wickets | TA Boult |
| 17 Apr 2025 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | Mumbai Indians | 4 wickets | WG Jacks |
| 6 May 2024 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | Mumbai Indians | 7 wickets | SA Yadav |
| 27 Mar 2024 | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 31 runs | Abhishek Sharma |
| 21 May 2023 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | Mumbai Indians | 8 wickets | C Green |
The recent record is strikingly one-sided. Mumbai Indians won four of the last five encounters between 2023 and 2025, with three of those victories coming by 7 or more wickets. The lone Sunrisers win — a 31-run victory in Hyderabad in March 2024 — was built on Abhishek Sharma's explosive batting, a reminder that SRH's firepower at home remains dangerous regardless of the overall ledger.
Defining Moments in the Rivalry
The 85-Run Demolition — Visakhapatnam 2016
On 8 May 2016, at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam, Sunrisers Hyderabad inflicted the single largest margin of victory in this fixture's history. Ashish Nehra earned the Player of the Match award as SRH routed Mumbai Indians by 85 runs — a defeat so comprehensive that it effectively ended MI's 2016 campaign and accelerated Hyderabad's march to their maiden IPL title that very season. The result remains a reminder that when SRH's bowling clicks in favourable conditions, no batting lineup is safe.
The 3-Run Thriller — Wankhede 2022
If the 2016 result demonstrated SRH's capacity for dominance, the 2022 encounter at the Wankhede Stadium on 17 May 2022 showcased the franchise's ability to win in the most agonising circumstances. Rahul Tripathi earned the Player of the Match as Sunrisers Hyderabad edged Mumbai Indians by just 3 runs in Match 65 — the closest margin by runs in the entire history of this fixture. Mumbai were chasing at home, the crowd at the Wankhede was in full voice, and yet SRH's bowlers held their nerve in a final-over finish that came down to the penultimate delivery. That 3-run margin stands as the definitive proof that this rivalry can produce theatre at any moment.
The 10-Wicket Statement — Sharjah 2020
During the UAE-hosted 2020 season, Sunrisers Hyderabad achieved something no other team had managed against Mumbai Indians in years — a 10-wicket victory. On 3 November 2020 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Shahbaz Nadeem earned the Player of the Match as SRH chased down MI's total without losing a single wicket. A 10-wicket win in a T20 match against the defending champions is among the rarest feats in IPL cricket. It remains SRH's most complete performance in this fixture and one of only a handful of 10-wicket results in IPL history.
Venue Split
| Venue | Meetings | MI Wins | SRH Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 9 | 6 | 2 |
| Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Dubai International Cricket Stadium | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Visakhapatnam (ACA-VDCA) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Note: Wankhede and Rajiv Gandhi venue records are consolidated across Cricsheet naming variations.
The venue data reveals two distinct dynamics. At Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, the five-time champions dominate with a 6-2 record — their fortress advantage amplified by the flat batting surface and sea-breeze conditions they know intimately. At the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, however, the record is perfectly level at 5-5 across 10 meetings. SRH's home advantage — bolstered by dew in evening matches and a pitch that rewards aggressive batting — has been enough to cancel out Mumbai's overall superiority. The UAE neutral venues (3 matches during 2020-2021) produced a split result, with SRH's famous 10-wicket win at Sharjah being the standout performance.
Mumbai's Era of Dominance: 2017-2020
Between the 2017 and 2020 IPL seasons, Mumbai Indians won 7 of their 9 meetings with Sunrisers Hyderabad. That stretch coincided with MI's most successful era in franchise history — they won three IPL titles in four years (2017, 2019, 2020) — and the matchup against SRH was a reliable source of points during those campaigns. In 2017, MI defeated SRH in the league stage before going on to win the title. In 2019, they beat SRH twice in the group phase and then eliminated them in a playoff, winning 3 out of 3 against Hyderabad in a single season. Even SRH's rare victories during this window — including the 10-wicket Sharjah statement in 2020 — could not disrupt Mumbai's overall stranglehold.
SRH's counter-punch arrived in 2024, when their record-breaking batting season (including the all-time IPL high of 287/3 at Hyderabad) saw them beat MI by 31 runs at home — one of the most dominant first-innings performances in the fixture's history.
The Rivalry's Place in IPL History
Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad represent two of the most analytically sophisticated franchises in the IPL. Mumbai's five titles (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020) make them the most decorated franchise in tournament history, while Sunrisers' 2016 title and consistent playoff appearances across multiple captaincy eras speak to an organisation that has repeatedly rebuilt without losing competitiveness. Their head-to-head record of 25 matches in 13 seasons means they average nearly two meetings per year, ensuring the fixture remains a staple of every IPL schedule. With both franchises consistently investing in data-driven squad construction and match preparation, this rivalry will continue to produce strategically fascinating cricket every IPL season.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the overall head to head record between MI and SRH in the IPL?
Mumbai Indians lead Sunrisers Hyderabad 14-10 across 25 IPL meetings played between 2013 and 2025, with one match ending as a no-result. Mumbai's win percentage in this fixture is 56%.
What was the biggest victory in MI vs SRH matches?
The largest margin of victory was Sunrisers Hyderabad's 85-run win over Mumbai Indians at Visakhapatnam on 8 May 2016. Ashish Nehra earned the Player of the Match. Among wicket-based margins, SRH's 10-wicket win at Sharjah on 3 November 2020 remains the most dominant.
What was the closest MI vs SRH match ever?
The closest finish by runs came on 17 May 2022 at Wankhede Stadium, when Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Mumbai Indians by just 3 runs. Rahul Tripathi was named Player of the Match.
Which venue has hosted the most MI vs SRH matches?
The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad has hosted 10 MI vs SRH matches — the most of any venue. The record there is perfectly even at 5-5. Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai follows with 9 matches, where MI dominate 6-2.
When did MI and SRH first play each other in the IPL?
Their first meeting was on 1 May 2013 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad — Sunrisers Hyderabad's debut IPL season. SRH won by 7 wickets, with Ishant Sharma earning the Player of the Match award.
How many IPL titles have MI and SRH won?
Mumbai Indians have won five IPL titles (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020) — the most by any franchise. Sunrisers Hyderabad have won one title, in 2016, defeating Royal Challengers Bangalore in the final.
Where can I watch MI vs SRH matches live?
All IPL matches, including MI vs SRH fixtures, are broadcast live on JioStar across every IPL season. Digital streaming is available through JioCinema.