Mumbai Indians (MI) have a big task cut out for themselves in IPL 2026.
The Hardik Pandya-led side had a great outing last season. They made it to the playoffs before losing to eventual runners-up Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2.
This time, the five-time champions will look to add another trophy to their cabinet.
So, what’s MI’s IPL 2026 schedule?
MI start their season on March 29. They will face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Wankhede in the second match of the 2026 season.
MI will feature in 13 more matches in the season, playing seven of those fixtures in away conditions.
Here’s MI’s complete IPL 2026 schedule:
| Date | Matches | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 29, 2026 | Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders | Wankhede | 7:30 PM |
| Apr 4, 2026 | Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians | Delhi | 3:30 PM |
| Apr 7, 2026 | Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians | Guwahati | 7:30 PM |
| Apr 12, 2026 | Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Wankhede | 7:30 PM |
Ongoing & Upcoming Series Schedule:
India’s Domestic Cricket Schedule 2025-26
New Zealand Schedule for 2025-26 Home Season
New Zealand vs South Africa T20I Series 2026 Schedule
World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 Full Schedule
Indian Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
Indian Women’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
Australia Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
England Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
England 2026 Home Season Schedule
South Africa Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
South Africa 2026-27 Home Season Schedule
New Zealand Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
Pakistan Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
India’s ODI Schedule Till 2027 Cricket World Cup
Australia’s ODI Schedule Till 2027 Cricket World Cup
South Africa’s ODI Schedule Till 2027 Cricket World Cup
England’s ODI Schedule Till 2027 Cricket World Cup
What are MI’s key matches?
Mumbai’s opening fixture against KKR will be one to watch out for. MI have traditionally had the upper hand over the Knight Riders in the league.
Mumbai will have crucial games against two southern teams, Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Notably, they maintain a superior record against both teams.
What’s MI’s squad for IPL 2026?
MI have their core in place for this season. They have further strengthened the squad with some strategic trades and auction picks.
Here’s MI’s squad for IPL 2026:
Hardik Pandya (c), Rohit Sharma, Raj Bawa, Raghu Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ryan Rickleton, Robin Minz, Mitchell Santner, Corbin Bosch, Naman Dhir, Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, Allah Ghafanzar, Ashwani Kumar, Deepak Chahar, Will Jacks, Sherfane Rutherford, Mayank Markande, Shardul Thakur, Quinton de Kock, Danish Malewar, Mohammed Izhar, Atharva Ankolekar, Mayank Rawat
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Hardik Pandya continues to lead Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026. This is his third season as MI’s skipper.
MI have once again entrusted Mahela Jayawardene to guide the team in IPL 2026. Previously, he guided MI to three IPL titles.
As always, MI will play their home matches at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium.
Yes. MI have been the five-time IPL champions. They first won the league in 2013, followed by four more victories in 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020.
Indiawin Sports Private Limited, a subsidiary of Reliance Group, owns Mumbai Indians. Mukesh Ambani, meanwhile, owns the Reliance Group.
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