The IPL 2026 full schedule is out, as the BCCI released it on March 26. Mumbai Indians fans have been waiting for this, and now they know when and where their team will play.
MI ranks top among the most dominant franchises in the tournament. Five titles to their name. But the last one came in 2020. That is six years ago. Both the drought and hunger are real. This season, they start on March 29 at Wankhede against KKR. From there, 13 more league matches follow.
In this Spin24Star coverage, we will explore everything from the full MI IPL schedule to the squad breakdown. Let’s get into it.
Full MI IPL Schedule
Mumbai Indians will play 14 league matches in IPL 2026. Seven at home while seven away. They finish on May 24 against the Rajasthan Royals at Wankhede.
Here is the complete schedule:
| Date | Opponent | Venue | Time (IST) |
| March 29 | KKR | Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| April 4 | DC | Delhi | 3:30 PM |
| April 7 | RR | Guwahati | 7:30 PM |
| April 12 | RCB | Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| April 16 | PBKS | Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| April 20 | GT | Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
| April 23 | CSK | Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| April 29 | SRH | Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| May 2 | CSK | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| May 4 | LSG | Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| May 10 | RCB | Raipur | 7:30 PM |
| May 14 | PBKS | Dharamshala | 7:30 PM |
| May 20 | KKR | Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
| May 24 | RR | Mumbai | 3:30 PM |
Mumbai Indians Matches: Timing and Venue
Most matches start at 7:30 PM. That is the usual IPL time. But there are two afternoon games.
- On April 4, they play Delhi Capitals at 3:30 PM.
- On May 24, they play Rajasthan Royals at 3:30 PM.
These are double-header days.
The home ground is Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Seven matches will be played there. The away venues are spread across India. Delhi, Guwahati, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Raipur, Dharamshala, and Kolkata.
Raipur is a new venue for MI. They play RCB there on May 10. Dharamshala is another one. The match against the Punjab Kings on May 14 will be in the hills. Also read about Who is Aryaman Birla? Former RR Player Emerges as Front-Runner for RCB Chairman
Mumbai Indian Squad for IPL 2026
The squad is packed with stars. Hardik Pandya leads. Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah are all there. The team has depth in batting and pace bowling.
Here is the squad broken down by roles:
Openers:
- Rohit Sharma
- Quinton de Kock
- Ryan Rickelton
- Robin Minz
Middle Order:
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Tilak Varma
- Naman Dhir
- Danish Malewar
All-Rounders:
- Hardik Pandya (captain)
- Will Jacks
- Mitchell Santner
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Corbin Bosch
- Shardul Thakur
- Mayank Rawat
- Raj Angad Bawa
Bowlers:
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Trent Boult
- Deepak Chahar
- Mayank Markande
- Ashwani Kumar
- Allah Ghazanfar
- Raghu Sharma
- Mohammad Izhar
Atharva Ankolekar was in the squad. But he is ruled out with a knee injury. That is a small setback.
Probable Playing XI with Impact Player
The likely starting XI looks strong. Rohit Sharma and Quinton de Kock open. Ryan Rickelton is also an option. Here is the probable combination:
Playing XI:
- Rohit Sharma
- Quinton de Kock (wk)
- Tilak Varma
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Hardik Pandya (c)
- Naman Dhir
- Will Jacks
- Mitchell Santner
- Deepak Chahar
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Trent Boult
Impact Player: Mayank Markande or Shardul Thakur can come in when needed.
Rohit Sharma may come as an impact player. That gives flexibility. He can bat anywhere. The overseas slots are filled by de Kock, Jacks, Santner, and Boult.
MI Coaching Staff
Mahela Jayawardene is the head coach. He knows MI well. He was part of the setup before. The full coaching staff:
- Head Coach: Mahela Jayawardene
- Batting Coach: Kieron Pollard
- Bowling Coaches: Lasith Malinga, Paras Mhambrey
- Fielding Coach: Carl Hopkinson
Pollard and Malinga are MI legends. They know the culture. They understand what it requires to achieve victory.
Chances of Mumbai Lifting IPL Title
In IPL 2025, MI performed well. They finished fourth. Won the Eliminator. Then lost to Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2. Close but not close enough.
This year, the team is looking strong. The squad is packed with stars. Surya and Rohit are two World Cup-winning captains. Top all-rounder Hardik is leading, while Bumrah and Boult will lead pace. The team has big players.
If the team clicks early, there are high chances of the team lifting the cup. MI has not won since 2020. That is a long gap for a team of this caliber. If they play collectively, the sixth IPL trophy is within reach.
Full IPL 2026 Schedule
The BCCI revealed the complete IPL 2026 schedule. Earlier, only the first phase was out due to elections. Now the complete schedule is here.
- Starts from March 28: RCB vs SRH, the first match
- Total 74 matches: 70 league stage + 4 playoffs
- 8 Double Headers: Afternoon matches at 3:30 PM, evening at 7:30 PM
- Total 12 cities
Conclusion
MI IPL 2026 schedule is out. The team starts on March 29 at home. Fourteen league matches await. The squad is strong. The coaching staff is experienced.
Can they end the six-year drought? Only time will tell. But on paper, they are one of the favorites. For more such cricket coverage, keep following Spin24Star.
FAQs
- 1) When is MI’s first match in IPL 2026?
Ans: MI plays their first match on March 29 against the Kolkata Knight Riders at Wankhede Stadium.
- 2) How many matches will MI play in IPL 2026?
Ans: MI will play 14 league matches – 7 at home and 7 away.
- 3) Who is the captain of MI in IPL 2026?
Ans: Hardik Pandya leads the team.
- 4) Where can I find the full MI IPL schedule and updates?
Ans: The full schedule with dates, venues, and timings is provided in the table above. For updates, you can check Spin24Star.
- 5) When does IPL 2026 start?
Ans: IPL 2026 starts on March 28 with RCB vs SRH at Bengaluru.
