RR vs MI Dream11 Prediction IPL 2026 — Match 13 Fantasy Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report and Rain Update
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Divya Sharma 2026-04-07 IPL 2026, Cricket 13
Rajasthan Royals take on Mumbai Indians tonight in Match 13 of IPL 2026 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Toss at 7:00 PM IST, match begins at 7:30 PM. Both teams have different stories going into this game — Rajasthan are flying high with two wins from two, while Mumbai are looking for a response after losing to Delhi Capitals in their last game.
Here is everything you need for your Dream11 team tonight.
Match Snapshot
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Detail
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Info
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Match
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IPL 2026, Match 13
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Teams
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Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians
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Venue
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Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
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Date & Time
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April 7, 2026 — 7:30 PM IST
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Toss
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7:00 PM IST
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Live
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Star Sports, JioHotstar
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Weather — Big Concern Tonight
This is the most important thing to know before setting your Dream11 team. The weather forecast for Guwahati tonight is seriously problematic — there are approximately 98% chances of precipitation during match hours, with temperatures around 19°C and humidity at 87%. Rain interruptions are almost certain. If the match gets reduced to fewer overs or abandoned, fantasy points distribution changes significantly.
If there is a rain interruption, a revised DLS target becomes likely. In shortened matches, explosive top-order batters and powerplay specialists become even more valuable in fantasy teams.
Pitch Report — Barsapara Cricket Stadium
The Barsapara pitch generally offers a fair contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers tend to get some assistance in the early overs, particularly in the powerplay when there is grass and moisture on the surface. As the game progresses, conditions ease and batting becomes more comfortable. Spinners also find purchase as the game moves into the middle and death overs.
The average first-innings score at this ground in IPL is approximately 167 runs. Teams chasing have won three of the last four matches here, which means if the toss goes as expected, teams may prefer to chase tonight. Dew in the second innings typically helps batting sides when chasing.
Form Guide
Rajasthan Royals: Two wins from two games. They beat CSK in the opener and beat Gujarat Titans in a last-ball thriller in their last match. Batting first against GT, they posted 210 runs — Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 55 and Dhruv Jurel played an outstanding 75 off 42 balls. With the ball, Ravi Bishnoi has been exceptional — he took 4 wickets for 41 runs in that game. The team is confident, the combination is balanced, and they know the Guwahati surface well.
Mumbai Indians: One win, one loss. They beat KKR in the opener but lost to Delhi Capitals in their second match. Hardik Pandya missed that game with illness — he is expected to return tonight. When Hardik played, MI looked a complete unit. Without him in the middle order and the bowling attack, they looked vulnerable. His fitness status at toss time will be the key indicator for your fantasy team.
Probable Playing XI
Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Riyan Parag (C), Dhruv Jurel (WK), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Tushar Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma Impact Player: Ravi Bishnoi
Mumbai Indians: Ryan Rickelton (WK), Rohit Sharma, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (C), Sherfane Rutherford, Mitchell Santner, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Mayank Markande Impact Player: Jasprit Bumrah
Head-to-Head Record
RR and MI have faced each other 31 times in the IPL. Mumbai Indians lead with 16 wins, while Rajasthan Royals have won 14. However, current form and home advantage firmly favour Rajasthan tonight. Sandeep Sharma has a particularly strong record against Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav, making him a potential difference-maker.
Key Player Battles to Watch
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi vs Jasprit Bumrah — This is the marquee individual contest tonight. Sooryavanshi smashed 52 off 17 balls in RR's opening game and has been the most exciting player of the early IPL season. Bumrah is the best death bowler in world cricket. If Bumrah bowls in the powerplay against Sooryavanshi, it will be unmissable viewing.
Yashasvi Jaiswal vs Trent Boult — Jaiswal has scored 470 runs in his last 10 T20 games at a strike rate of 161. Boult is one of the best powerplay operators with the new ball. How this matchup plays out will largely define how many runs RR put on the board.
Rohit Sharma vs Sandeep Sharma — Sandeep has historically troubled Rohit. In Guwahati conditions where there is early seam movement, this battle in the powerplay could be decisive for MI's chase.
Dream11 Team Suggestion
Small League (Safe) Team:
WK: Dhruv Jurel BAT: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav ALL: Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja BOWL: Jasprit Bumrah (C), Jofra Archer, Ravi Bishnoi, Sandeep Sharma, Trent Boult
C: Jasprit Bumrah | VC: Yashasvi Jaiswal
Grand League (Risky) Team:
WK: Ryan Rickelton BAT: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tilak Varma ALL: Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja BOWL: Jofra Archer, Ravi Bishnoi, Nandre Burger, Jasprit Bumrah, Sandeep Sharma
C: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | VC: Jofra Archer
Key Dream11 Picks — Quick Summary
Must-Have Players:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal — Top form, 470 runs in last 10 T20s, powerplay threat
- Jasprit Bumrah — Best bowler in tournament, impact player option
- Dhruv Jurel — Match-winner in last game, 75 off 42 balls
- Ravi Bishnoi — 4 wickets in last match, key on this surface
Captain Choices:
- Small League: Jasprit Bumrah
- Grand League: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (low ownership, massive ceiling)
Differential Pick:
- Nandre Burger — Low ownership, can swing the ball early in Guwahati conditions
- Suryakumar Yadav — If chasing, SKY in full flow on a good pitch is worth the risk
Match Prediction
Rajasthan Royals are slight favourites here — home advantage, better current form, and strong knowledge of the Guwahati surface. However, Mumbai's squad depth on paper is hard to ignore. If Hardik is fit and Bumrah plays from ball one rather than as an impact substitute, MI become genuine favourites.
Given the rain forecast, whoever wins the toss and chooses to field is likely to benefit from dew and a cleaner surface while chasing. Predicted winner: Rajasthan Royals, but this match is too close to call with confidence.
Note: Rain is a significant factor tonight. If the match does not get reduced to fewer than 10 overs per side, Dream11 will not pay out. Keep an eye on weather updates before your team deadline.
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