Mumbai Elect to Bowl First in High-Stakes Clash

In tonight’s much-anticipated IPL 2025 clash, Mumbai Indians have won the toss and opted to bowl first against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Wankhede Stadium. Captain Hardik Pandya emphasized the advantage of fielding under the lights, expecting dew to aid his bowlers later in the game. The return of star players Jasprit Bumrah and Rohit Sharma bolsters Mumbai’s lineup, which features Will Jacks, Tilak Varma, and Trent Boult among others.

RCB, led by Rajat Patidar, remains unchanged and confident, with Patidar stating they’ve “played a lot of cricket” and are clear on their game plan. Their playing XI includes heavyweights like Virat Kohli, Philip Salt, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar.

Impact substitutes for both sides include key names such as Rohit Sharma and Corbin Bosch for Mumbai, and Rasikh Dar Salam and Swastik Chikara for Bengaluru. With just minutes to go before the first ball, fans can expect a thrilling contest under the Mumbai lights.

Source: Live Updates