The MI vs RR rivalry is one of the most erratic and fiercely fought rivalries in the Indian Premier League. Even though MI are a five-time champion powerhouse, RR have hardly ever shied away from pulling off a stunning upset against their “Achilles’ heel” no matter the shape of MI or the league table.
This complete MI vs RR head-to-head record, match results and the amazing individual performances that has characterised the MI and RR rivalry from 2008 to 2026 season.
MI vs RR Head to Head Record
Mumbai Indians vs Rajasthan Royals head-to-head stats review – One of the closest rivalries in IPL history and in IPL 2026, that gap has only narrowed Though Mumbai has slightly more total wins, it must be noted that Rajasthan has a substantially higher win percentage against MI when compared to most other teams in the league.
| Total Matches Played | MI Won | RR Won | No Result |
| 31 | 16 | 14 | 1 |
It’s this competitiveness in this fixture that is reflected by the fact that neither side has really ever enjoyed a lasting dominance over the other. Each season comes with new stories of countless occassions of high-scoring thrillers and last-ball finishes.
RR vs MI Head to Head: Complete IPL Match Results and Stats
The past matches between these two sides have been nothing short of legendary, ranging from the face-melting Corey Anderson assault of 2014 to Sandeep Sharma five-for status of 2024. A recap of the last few events that have led us to the standings today.
| Year | Venue | Result | Margin |
| 2025 | Sawai Mansingh Stadium | MI Won | 100 Runs |
| 2024 | Sawai Mansingh Stadium | RR Won | 9 Wickets |
| 2024 | Wankhede Stadium | RR Won | 6 Wickets |
| 2023 | Wankhede Stadium | MI Won | 6 Wickets |
| 2022 | DY Patil Stadium | MI Won | 5 Wickets |
| 2022 | DY Patil Stadium | RR Won | 23 Runs |
| 2021 | Sharjah Stadium | MI Won | 8 Wickets |
| 2021 | Delhi | MI Won | 7 Wickets |
RR vs MI Overall Record: Full Head-to-Head History
Mumbai Indians (MI) Overall Records vs RR
The Royals’ struggling middle order and existing pack of elite pace have been contained by Mumbai Indians. That’s a reflection of their batting depth and 217 is their best score here from 2025.
| Category | Statistics |
| Highest Team Score | 217/2 (IPL 2025) |
| Lowest Team Score | 92 (IPL 2013) |
| Most Successful Run Chase | 214/4 (IPL 2023) |
| Win Percentage | 51.6% |
Rajasthan Royals (RR) Overall Records vs MI
Against Mumbai, though, the Royals have frequently turned up one of that “fearless” brand of cricket. In fact, RR have caused MI some of the more embarrassing home defeats when they have employed their spin-heavy attack to all-but book the Mumbai batters on their own ground.
| Category | Statistics |
| Highest Team Score | 212/7 (IPL 2023) |
| Lowest Team Score | 90 (IPL 2021) |
| Biggest Win (by wickets) | 10 Wickets (IPL 2011) |
| Five-Wicket Hauls | 1 (Sandeep Sharma, 2024) |
MI Vs RR Head-to-Head at Home Ground
1) MI Record at Home Ground (Wankhede) Against RR
Wankhede might be Mumbai’s fortress, but take it from the Rajasthan Royals – this is a fort that can be breached. Even though MI has won more games than anyone else at this venue, RR has been victors in almost 45% of the games played, a stat much higher than most visiting teams.
| Category | Statistics |
| Total Matches Played | 12 |
| MI Won | 7 |
| RR Won | 5 |
| Home Win Percentage | 58.3% |
2) RR Record at Home Ground (Sawai Mansingh) Against MI
The conditions in the “Pink City” of Jaipur heavily favour the Royals. Mumbai’s power hitters are usually put on the backfoot at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, not the least because of the larger boundaries and a slower pitch.
| Category | Statistics |
| Total Matches Played | 9 |
| RR Won | 6 |
| MI Won | 3 |
| Home Win Percentage | 66.7% |
MI Vs RR Head-to-Head at Away Ground
1) MI Record at Away Ground Against RR
Mumbai have traditionally been poor in adapting to the heat and the slow surface when playing in Jaipur. The 2025 triumph, by a margin of 100 runs, ended a jinx but also showed that under Hardik Pandya, they have learnt to win in Rajasthan.
2) RR Record at Away Ground Against MI
Rajasthan have relished the Wankhede experience, the pitch suiting their stroke-makers like Sanju Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswal, who could play through the line Their 9-wicket rout in 2024 is still one of the most lopsided “away” wins in the tournament.
MI Vs RR Head-to-Head at Neutral Venues
The rivalry has also crossed overseas, going to the UAE and South Africa, apart from neutral Indian cities like Ahmedabad and Delhi. Mumbai Indians have a beneficial head-to-head record in such conditions, thanks to the experience they have developed over the course of their title-winning campaigns over the years in playing on different grounds with a range of pitches.
| Category | Statistics |
| Total Matches Played | 10 |
| MI Won | 6 |
| RR Won | 3 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Win Percentage (MI) | 60% |
Player Contributions in MI vs RR Fixtures
1. Suryakumar Yadav (MI)
Suryakumar have been the most consistent performance for Mumbai against Royals. He has been the mainstay at giving MI the competitive totals with 400+ runs in this fixture with a strike rate of 145+
2. Sanju Samson (RR)
The RR skipper has a great history against MI, Hyderabad cricketer known for his elegant shot-making scored more than 480 runs against Mumbai. That makes him the biggest threat to MI bowling line-up as he can play such a dominant game against pace as well as spin.
3. Jasprit Bumrah (MI)
Bumrah has a superb record vs RR. He has claimed 17 wickets, conceding less than 7.00 per over. One highlight of this rivalry remains his 4/20 in Abu Dhabi (2020).
4. Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR)
In recent years, this fixture has become his own as a young opening batsman. His 124 in 62 balls in 2023 is also the highest individual score in MI vs RR history. In 2024, he made a hundred in Jaipur too.
5. Jos Buttler (RR)
Buttler was the main man doing the damage for Mumbai before having to take on the more flexible role. Against his erstwhile franchise, he has added almost 500 runs, including a Fingerful of match-winning fifties.
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Conclusion
The MI vs RR head to head tells us that this is one of the most even contests in IPL rivalry history. Mumbai Indians might have the historical silverware in their tally but Rajasthan Royals might have the tactical “know-how” to breakdown the Mumbai machine, as they did in the last IPL match the two teams faced.
Be it the sea breeze of Wankhede or the desert heat of Jaipur, games between these two sides have never been a foregone conclusion. The rivalry doesn’t get any better, and as we move through the 2026 season, now both teams have young brash leaders who will stop at nothing to claim ego-points in the world’s best league.
FAQs
Who has won more matches, MI or RR?
Mumbai Indians have won 16 of the encounters as opposed to 14 by Rajasthan Royals in the head-to-head record. Rain in Bangalore forced another match to be abandoned.
MI vs RR Highest Individual Score?
In 2023, the highest-ever score was achieved by Yashasvi Jaiswal (124 runs off 62 balls) for RR vs MI.
Who has scored the most runs in this rivalry?
Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson are the top two run-scorers for RR while Suryakumar Yadav is leads for MI.
Who holds the best bowling figures in MI vs RR match?
In 2024, Sandeep Sharma (RR) was best 5/18 jaipur.
How many MI vs RR IPL playoff matches have taken place?
Mumbai Indians won by 4 wickets at the end to progress to the final when they met in 2013 Qualifier 2.
