MI vs RR Head to Head Timeline: Every IPL Match, Record and Stat (2008-2026)
Two wins. That is the entire gap between Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals across 31 IPL meetings and 17 seasons of cricket. MI lead 16-14 with one match abandoned. Five-time champions against the inaugural IPL winner. A rivalry so balanced it has produced a Super Over, 100-run thrashings, 10-wicket wins, and five centuries across 31 games. When these two meet in IPL 2026, expect nothing less than drama from ball one.
MI vs RR Head to Head: Overall Timeline Summary
| Stat | Figure |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 31 |
| MI Wins | 16 |
| RR Wins | 14 |
| Abandoned | 1 (2009) |
| MI Highest Score | 217 |
| RR Highest Score | 212 |
| MI Lowest Score | 92 |
| RR Lowest Score | 90 |
| RR Centuries vs MI | 5 |
| MI Centuries vs RR | 0 |
One stat that jumps out immediately: RR batters have scored 5 centuries against MI in this fixture. MI batters have scored none. Yet MI still lead the head-to-head 16-14. That tells you everything about how well MI’s bowling unit has responded in the big moments of this rivalry.
Season by Season Timeline (2008-2025)
| Season | Result |
|---|---|
| 2008 | MI won one, RR won one |
| 2009 | RR won one, match abandoned |
| 2010 | MI won both |
| 2011 | RR won both |
| 2012 | MI won both |
| 2013 | RR won one, MI won two |
| 2014 | MI won both |
| 2015 | RR won one, MI won one |
| 2018 | RR won both |
| 2019 | RR won both |
| 2020 | MI won one, RR won one |
| 2021 | MI won both |
| 2022 | RR won one, MI won one |
| 2023 | MI won by 6 wickets |
| 2024 | RR won both |
| 2025 | MI won by 100 runs |
MI dominated from 2012 to 2014 while RR fought back hard in 2018 and 2019, winning all four fixtures across those two seasons combined. The 2024 season was RR’s most recent dominant stretch before MI’s stunning 100-run win in Jaipur in 2025 reset the balance again.
Venue Breakdown
| Venue | Matches | MI Wins | RR Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Neutral Venues | 12 | 5 | 6 |
Home vs Away Record
| Situation | MI Win % | RR Win % |
|---|---|---|
| At Wankhede (MI home) | 80% | 20% |
| At Jaipur (RR home) | 33% | 67% |
| Neutral Ground | 45% | 55% |
The numbers tell a clear story. Both teams are strong at home in this fixture and struggle when visiting. Wankhede is where MI have done their best damage, winning 8 of 10 there. Jaipur has been RR’s fortress with 6 wins from 9 games. The 2025 result, where MI won in Jaipur by 100 runs, is the rare exception that proves how hard it is for any team to win so convincingly away from home in this rivalry.
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Key Batting Records in the MI vs RR Timeline
Jos Buttler Leads the All-Time Batting Charts
Jos Buttler holds the record for most runs in this fixture with 533 runs across his IPL career. His ability to devastate any bowling attack in the powerplay, combined with his consistency against MI’s pace attack led by Bumrah, makes him the standout batter in this rivalry. Buttler’s biggest innings in this fixture came at Wankhede, proving he can hurt MI even at their home ground.
Sanju Samson sits close behind with 526 runs in this fixture, making him RR’s most consistent performer across all seasons. Suryakumar Yadav leads MI’s batting in this rivalry with 424 runs at a strike rate above 145.
| Batter | Team | Runs | Strike Rate | Notable Knock |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jos Buttler | RR | 533 | 151.28 | Multiple 70+ scores vs MI |
| Sanju Samson | RR | 526 | 138.00 | Consistent across 10 seasons |
| Suryakumar Yadav | MI | 424 | 147.00 | Best MI batter in this fixture |
| Rohit Sharma | MI | 398 | 128.00 | Most experienced batter here |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | RR | 124 off 62 balls | 200.00 | Highest innings in this fixture (2023) |
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s 124 off 62 balls in 2023 is the highest individual score ever in this head-to-head. He scored it in a losing cause as MI chased down RR’s 213 in 19 overs. That innings remains the single most spectacular batting performance in the history of this rivalry.
Key Bowling Records in the MI vs RR Timeline
| Bowler | Team | Wickets | Economy | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dhawal Kulkarni | MI | 17 | 7.40 | 3/20 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | MI | 17 | 6.70 | 4/20 |
| Jofra Archer | RR | 13 | 7.10 | 3/15 |
| Sandeep Sharma | RR | 12 | 7.20 | 5/18 |
| Trent Boult | RR | 11 | 7.80 | 3/14 |
Dhawal Kulkarni and Jasprit Bumrah share the record for most wickets in this fixture with 17 each. Kulkarni was MI’s go-to option in the middle years of this rivalry while Bumrah took over as the primary wicket-taker from 2017 onward. Bumrah’s economy of 6.70 in this fixture is the best of any bowler with 10 or more wickets.
Sandeep Sharma’s 5/18 in the 2024 Jaipur match that produced a 9-wicket win for RR is the best single-innings bowling performance in this fixture. Sohail Tanvir’s 4/14 in 2008 was the first landmark bowling figure in this rivalry and set the tone for what RR’s bowling could do on their day.
Additional Milestone Stats
| Record | Detail |
|---|---|
| Highest Partnership (MI) | Rohit and Kishan, 121 (2021) |
| Highest Partnership (RR) | Buttler and Samson, 115 (2022) |
| Most Sixes (RR) | Jos Buttler, 31 sixes vs MI |
| Most Sixes (MI) | Kieron Pollard, 22 sixes vs RR |
| Most Catches | Rohit Sharma, 9 catches in this fixture |
| Best Toss Win % | MI win 60% when winning toss here |
Key Moments That Defined This Timeline
2011: RR Win by 10 Wickets at Wankhede
Rajasthan posted 129 and then bowled MI out for just 90. RR chased it without losing a wicket. It remains the biggest win for RR in this fixture and one of the few times MI have been comprehensively outclassed at their home ground.
2013: RR Win by 87 Runs
This was RR at their best in Jaipur. They posted 184 and then bowled MI out for 97. Shane Watson was the key figure with both bat and ball. The 87-run margin remains RR’s biggest win by runs in this rivalry.
2014: Aditya Tare’s Last-Ball Six
MI needed to win to qualify for the playoffs. Chasing a tricky target, they needed 6 off the last ball. Aditya Tare, a wicketkeeper batting low down the order, hit a six off Pravin Tambe to seal the win. MI qualified for the playoffs. That one swing of the bat is still one of the most dramatic moments in IPL history involving either team.
2019: RR Win Both Matches
RR won both fixtures in 2019, becoming just the second time they had completed a sweep in a single season against MI. Steve Smith’s captaincy and Buttler’s purple patch form combined to make MI look ordinary across both encounters.
2023: Jaiswal’s 124 in a Losing Cause
Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 124 off 62 balls, the highest individual score in this fixture ever. RR posted 212 but MI chased it in 19 overs. Suryakumar Yadav’s counter-attack made the chase look almost routine. Two great individual performances, one from each team, in the same match.
2025: MI’s 100-Run Statement in Jaipur
MI posted 217 in Jaipur and then bowled RR out for 117. A 100-run win away from home against a strong RR batting lineup is extraordinary. Ryan Rickelton was Man of the Match for MI. It remains the biggest margin of victory in this fixture for MI and one of the most one-sided results in this entire rivalry.
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What to Expect in IPL 2026
MI and RR are two sides that will again compete for playoff spots. With the fixture record so close at 16-14, there is no safe assumption about who wins when they meet. Bumrah vs Buttler and Samson will be the individual duel that shapes the outcome. RR have added more overseas firepower in 2026 while MI have looked to their core to carry them through another season.
The venues will matter here as they always have. If they meet at Wankhede, history says MI are heavy favourites. If it is in Jaipur, RR will be expected to win. A neutral venue opens it up completely.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many times have MI and RR played in the IPL?
MI and RR have faced each other 31 times in IPL history from 2008 to 2025, with one match abandoned without a ball bowled in 2009.
Who leads the MI vs RR head to head record?
Mumbai Indians lead with 16 wins against RR’s 14 across 30 completed matches.
Who has scored the most runs in MI vs RR matches?
Jos Buttler leads with 533 runs for RR. Suryakumar Yadav leads for MI with 424 runs.
What is the highest individual score in MI vs RR matches?
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s 124 off 62 balls for RR at Wankhede in 2023 is the highest individual innings in this fixture.
Who has taken the most wickets in the MI vs RR rivalry?
Dhawal Kulkarni and Jasprit Bumrah share the record with 17 wickets each. Sandeep Sharma leads for RR with 12 wickets.
What is the biggest win in MI vs RR history?
MI’s 100-run win in Jaipur in 2025 is their biggest margin by runs. RR’s biggest was 87 runs in 2013. RR’s biggest win by wickets was 10 wickets in 2011.
