Royal Challengers Cricket vs Mumbai Indians Team Timeline

The rivalry between Royal Challengers Cricket vs Mumbai Indians Team Timeline is one of the biggest showdowns in IPL history. Often called the “El Clasico of Indian Cricket”, this clash features RCB’s explosive batting-powered by Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, and Rajat Patidar-against MI’s tactical brilliance led by Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and pace masters Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult. Across 34 matches, MI leads with 19 wins, while RCB follows closely with 15, proving this matchup always delivers drama, high-scoring contests, and unforgettable T20 moments.

What makes this rivalry iconic is the tactical battle: RCB’s powerful top order and six-hitting strength versus MI’s disciplined bowling attack and strong middle order. Fans still remember Kohli’s stunning 100 off 63 in 2016, the nail-biting 2020 Super Over, and Suryakumar Yadav’s unbelievable 83 in 2023 that stunned RCB. The 2025 season took the rivalry to new heights, with RCB breaking their Wankhede curse before MI bounced back in the next encounter.

Latest Matches-Last 8 Encounters: Royal Challengers Cricket vs Mumbai Indians Team Timeline

The table below highlights the most recent battles between RCB and MI, showcasing thrilling run-chases, power-hitting masterclasses, and pressure bowling performances.

Latest 8 Matches Table

TournamentVenueDateTossRCB ScoreMI ScoreResultPlayer of the MatchIPL 2025Wankhede, MumbaiApr 25, 2025MI196/8199/3MI won by 7 wktsSuryakumar Yadav (67*)IPL 2025WankhedeApr 7, 2025RCB221/5209/9RCB won by 12 runsRajat PatidarIPL 2024WankhedeApr 11, 2024RCB196/8199/3MI won by 7 wktsJasprit BumrahIPL 2023WankhedeMay 9, 2023RCB199/6200/5MI won by 5 wktsSuryakumar YadavIPL 2023BengaluruApr 2, 2023MI126/9130/2RCB won by 8 wktsVirat KohliIPL 2022DY PatilApr 9, 2022MI151/6153/3RCB won by 7 wktsFaf du PlessisIPL 2021ChennaiApr 9, 2021MI163/5165/8RCB won by 2 wktsAB de VilliersIPL 2020DubaiOct 28, 2020RCB158/5162/5MI won by 5 wktsTrent Boult

These matches underline RCB’s improving away performance and MI’s dominance at home, especially on the batting-friendly Wankhede pitch.

Last 10 T20 Matches: Royal Challengers Cricket vs Mumbai Indians Team Timeline

This table provides deeper insights into run rates, key partnerships, and match-changing spells—perfect for fantasy cricket and statistical analysis.

Last 10 Matches: Full Summary

#TournamentVenueDateTossRCB ScoreMI ScoreResultPlayer of the Match1IPL 2025WankhedeApr 25MI196/8199/3MI wonSuryakumar Yadav2IPL 2025WankhedeApr 7RCB221/5209/9RCB wonRajat Patidar3IPL 2024WankhedeApr 11RCB196/8199/3MI wonJasprit Bumrah4IPL 2023WankhedeMay 9RCB199/6200/5MI wonSuryakumar Yadav5IPL 2023BengaluruApr 2MI126/9130/2RCB wonVirat Kohli6IPL 2022DY PatilApr 9MI151/6153/3RCB wonWanindu Hasaranga7IPL 2021ChennaiApr 9MI163/5165/8RCB wonAB de Villiers8IPL 2020Abu DhabiOct 28RCB158/5162/5MI wonTrent Boult9IPL 2020DubaiSep 28MI169/5169/5 (Super Over)RCB wonDevdutt Padikkal10IPL 2019WankhedeApr 15RCB133/8136/5MI wonHardik Pandya

Key Performances That Shaped the Rivalry

These standout performances reveal how individual brilliance often decides RCB vs MI matches.

Top 7 Match-Winning Performances

PlayerTeamMatchPerformanceVirat KohliRCB202382* off 49 – Chase masterclassSuryakumar YadavMI202383 off 35 – 360° dominationRajat PatidarRCB202564 off 32 – Captain’s knockJasprit BumrahMI20242/22 – Crucial wicketsAB de VilliersRCB202176 off 34 – Vintage ABDRohit SharmaMI202577 off 41 – Lone warriorYashasvi JaiswalRCB202545 off 22 – Explosive cameo

Rivalry Summary: Royal Challengers Cricket vs Mumbai Indians Team Timeline

With 34 thrilling matches, this rivalry showcases IPL at its best. MI leads with 19 wins, thanks to their balanced squad and strategic brilliance. RCB’s 2025 resurgence, young stars like Jaiswal, and Kohli’s consistency show a new chapter unfolding.

Key Stats:

• Highest total: RCB – 235/1 (2015)
• Lowest total: MI – 111 (2010)
• Most runs: Virat Kohli – 1102 vs MI
• Most wickets: Jasprit Bumrah – 25 vs RCB

Conclusion

The RCB vs MI timeline is a story of passion, power, and unforgettable cricket. From Kohli’s iconic knocks to Bumrah’s unplayable spells, every match adds a new chapter to this legendary rivalry. As IPL tactics evolve with analytics, impact subs, and rising young talent, fans can expect even more high-voltage matches.