Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings, it’s the duopoly that reminds us why we fell in love with this game. Two teams. Ten trophies. Thirty-nine battles. And on April 23, 2026, Match 33 of IPL 2026 brings the MI vs CSK head-to-head, stats, pitch report, playing11 & prediction at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
MI and CSK are tied with 4 points each after six matches, having won two and lost four games. A couple of seasons ago, neither franchise could have imagined such a score.
But here they are, two five-time champions scrapping in the bottom half of the table, knowing that a loss tonight makes their playoff path brutally difficult.
The El Clásico of the IPL carries 19 seasons of history. It carries four final appearances between these two sides. It carries last-over yorkers, nine-wicket demolitions, and a rivalry that neither team can afford to lose right now.
Hardik Pandya captains MI, with Tilak Varma finally finding his rhythm. On the other side, Ruturaj Gaikwad leads CSK, a team dealing with injury concerns but potentially getting back their greatest impact player, MS Dhoni, who has been training with the squad in Mumbai ahead of this fixture.
When you combine that narrative with a Wankhede pitch that rewards big hitting and dew that tilts matches toward the chasing team, you have the ingredients for one of the nights of IPL 2026.
Where to Watch Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings Match
| Match | Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings |
| Stadium | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Date & Time | Thursday, April 23, 07:30 P.M. (IST) |
| Live TV (India) | Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports Telugu, Star Sports Tamil, Star Sports Kannada (and respective HD channels) |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
MI vs CSK Head to Head Records
| Matches | 39 |
| MI Won | 21 |
| CSK Won | 18 |
| No Result | NIL |
| Tie | NIL |
| At Wankhede | MI 8, CSK 5 |
| At Chepauk | MI 5, CSK 4 |
| Neutral Venue | MI 8, CSK 9 |
Pitch Report
Wankhede’s pitch is favourable to batters. Red soil surface, consistent bounce, quick outfield, and short square boundaries of around 65-70 meters. Scores above 175 are common. Scores above 200 happen more than most people expect here.
Fast bowlers typically find some help with the new ball. The sea breeze off Marine Drive can generate movement in the power play. But once the ball is past 10 overs, and the dew starts settling in, the surface becomes almost perfect for batting.
But this year, in 3 matches, bowlers bagged 24 wickets, pacers took 16, and spinners took 8 wickets. The average score this season is around 190-200.
Weather Report
According to the AccuWeather forecast, Mumbai is in for another typical scorching summer day, with highs of 31 degrees Celsius and lows of 26 degrees Celsius. During the match time, the temperature will be around 30-31°C.
The expected humidity level during match time is projected to be between 61% and 72%. From the northwest, the wind will blow at 19 km/h. There is no possibility of rain.
MI vs CSK Playing XI (Probable)
Mumbai Indians
Quinton de Kock (WK), Danish Malewar / Rohit Sharma, Naman Dhir, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (C), Sherfane Rutherford, Mitchell Santner, Krish Bhagat / Deepak Chahar, Jasprit Bumrah, Allah Gazanfar
Impact Player: Ashwani Kumar
Chennai Super Kings
Sanju Samson(WK), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Urvil Patel, Sarfaraz Khan, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Jamie Overton, MS Dhoni, Anshul Kamboj, Noor Ahmad, Matt Henry / Spencer Jhonson / Akeal Hosein
Impact Player: Gurjapneet Singh
Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings Stats
- Fielding metrics highlight Suryakumar and Gaikwad as top active catchers, combining for 15 sensational dismissals in this intense rivalry.
- Jasprit Bumrah continues to own the death-overs matchup against MS Dhoni, stifling the legend with 28 dots and four dismissals.
- Gaikwad’s blistering 151.56 SR against MI pace defines his dominance, but Hardik’s 10 crunch-game wickets offer a stern counter-narrative.
- Rohit Sharma leads active players with 81 fours, while SKY/Dhoni combine for 90+ in this fixture.
Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings Timeline (Last 10 Matches)
| Date | Venue | Winner | Margin | Key Performer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Apr 2025 | Mumbai | MI | 9 wickets | Rohit Sharma (76*) |
| 23 Mar 2025 | Chennai | CSK | 4 wickets | Matheesha Pathirana |
| 14 Apr 2024 | Mumbai | CSK | 20 runs | Matheesha Pathirana (4/28) |
| 06 May 2023 | Chennai | CSK | 6 wickets | Matheesha Pathirana (3/15) |
| 08 Apr 2023 | Mumbai | CSK | 7 wickets | Ravindra Jadeja (3/20) |
| 12 May 2022 | Mumbai | MI | 5 wickets | Daniel Sams (3/16) |
| 21 Apr 2022 | Mumbai | CSK | 3 wickets | Mukesh Choudhary (3/19) |
| 19 Sep 2021 | Dubai | CSK | 20 runs | Ruturaj Gaikwad (88*) |
| 01 May 2021 | Delhi | MI | 4 wickets | Kieron Pollard (87*) |
| 23 Oct 2020 | Sharjah | MI | 10 wickets | Trent Boult (4/18) |
MI vs CSK Prediction
The MI vs CSK prediction suggests MI. In this rivalry, MI’s home record gives them an edge. After four consecutive losses, MI is back on the winning track. The in-form middle order, and Ashwini-Bumrah’s ability to win powerplay exchanges all point that way.
Recently, CSK lost against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). MI currently has the momentum on its side. Ayush Mhatre’s injury dealt a blow to CSK, but MS Dhoni can return to this battle.
The toss will be critical. Whoever bowls first has a significant advantage given the dew forecast.
Prediction: Mumbai Indians to win by 3 to 4 wickets if chasing. A close 10-15 run margin if batting first.
Likely match winner: Suryakumar Yadav or Jasprit Bumrah, depending on the game situation.
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