Rajasthan Royals continued their dream run in IPL 2026, defeating Mumbai Indians by 27 runs in a rain-affected 11-over encounter at Guwahati’s Barsapara Stadium. Electing to bowl after winning the toss, MI watched helplessly as RR openers Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal tore their attack apart, posting 150/3.
Suryavanshi’s 39 off 14 balls—featuring five monstrous sixes and a boundary—set the tone in a blink-and-miss-it innings. Jaiswal followed up with a brutal unbeaten 77 from 32 balls, laced with 10 fours and 4 sixes, ensuring a challenging target despite the curtailed overs.
Captain Riyan Parag, beaming after the victory, showered accolades on his star openers. ‘Words fail me when talking about Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal. They’re leading IPL openers right now, blessed with youth, skill, and incredible maturity. Vaibhav’s a wizard—he adapted brilliantly in Ahmedabad. Jaiswal’s consistency over the last few years is unmatched.’
Reflecting on the team’s form, Parag added, ‘Three wins from three—pure bliss. Our young core has always been our strength, even if skeptics overlooked us post-auction. The way the lads executed today, I can only applaud.’
MI’s chase never ignited, folding at 123/9. RR’s bowling attack was sharp: Nandre Burger and Sandeep Sharma grabbed two wickets each, with Archer, Deshpande, and Bishnoi chipping in. Jaiswal’s fireworks earned him Player of the Match, as RR solidified their top-table position.
