Skipper Hardik Pandya won the toss for Mumbai Indians, who opted to field first against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Match 20 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at Wankhede Stadium. Mumbai Indians made two changes in their playing XI, bringing in Mitchell Santner and Mayank Markande. RCB included Jacob Duffy in place of Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood.
Pandya mentioned that it seems like a good track and preferred batting second at the venue. He emphasized the importance of playing good cricket in this crucial game. RCB captain Rajat Patidar expressed that he would have bowled first too but believed the toss might not affect the outcome significantly.
According to Pandya, precision in bowling and shot selection is crucial for success in the game. He highlighted the advantage of knowing the target while chasing. Patidar acknowledged the strong home support and saw it as a challenge for his team, viewing the match as an opportunity for RCB.
