The five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) are set to begin their campaign in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season with renewed confidence. Despite not reaching the final since 2020, the team looks well-balanced and in strong form this year.
Led by Suryakumar Yadav, MI boasts a powerful mix of experience and youth. Fans will be excited to see Rohit Sharma back in action, alongside key performers like Jasprit Bumrah and Tilak Varma. Their overseas unit further strengthens the squad, with Quinton de Kock returning, while Will Jacks and Sherfane Rutherford add depth to the middle order. Spin options like Mitchell Santner and Allah Ghazanfar make the squad more complete.
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MI will open their season against Kolkata Knight Riders on March 29 at Wankhede Stadium. Although they haven’t won an opening game since 2012, their strong record against KKR offers hope for a positive start.
MI IPL 2026 First Phase Schedule
| Match | Opponent | Venue | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match 2 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 29 March 2026 | 7:30 PM |
| Match 9 | Delhi Capitals | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 4 April 2026 | 3:30 PM |
| Match 13 | Rajasthan Royals | Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati | 7 April 2026 | 7:30 PM |
| Match 18 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 12 April 2026 | 7:30 PM |
How to Buy MI IPL 2026 Tickets
Online Steps:
- Visit platforms like BookMyShow, the District app, or MI’s official website.
- Search for the desired IPL 2026 match using date or team.
- Select your preferred seating category and choose seats via the stadium map.
- Add tickets to your cart and proceed to checkout.
- Complete payment using UPI, cards, or net banking.
- Receive your ticket via email or SMS.
Offline Steps:
- Visit an authorised ticket counter or retail outlet.
- Check seat availability for your selected match.
- Carry a valid ID such as Aadhaar or PAN card.
- Confirm your seat selection with staff.
- Make payment via cash, card, or wallet.
- Collect your tickets immediately.
Ticket prices are expected to range from ₹499 to ₹30,000 depending on the stand and venue.
