IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians are expected to make key adjustments to their lineup when they face Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 41 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
Placed ninth on the points table with two wins from seven matches, Mumbai Indians are looking to regain momentum, with the possible return of Rohit Sharma likely to boost their batting unit.
Rohit, who has been recovering from injury, is expected to feature as an Impact Player. Quinton de Kock is set to open the innings, while Naman Dhir is likely to slot in at No. 3 after a series of steady performances.
The middle order will revolve around Suryakumar Yadav, captain Hardik Pandya, and Tilak Varma, who has been among the standout performers this season. Sherfane Rutherford and Will Jacks are expected to provide firepower in the lower middle order.
In the bowling department, Jasprit Bumrah will lead the pace attack despite a quiet season so far. He is likely to be supported by Krish Bhagat and Ashwani Kumar, who has impressed with six wickets in two matches. Spinner AM Ghazanfar is expected to handle spin duties after a consistent run.
Predicted XI:
Quinton de Kock (wk), Naman Dhir, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (c), Tilak Varma, Sherfane Rutherford, Will Jacks, Jasprit Bumrah, Krish Bhagat, AM Ghazanfar, Ashwani Kumar.
Impact Player: Rohit Sharma.
Mumbai Indians will aim to make the most of home conditions as they seek to revive their campaign against an in-form Sunrisers Hyderabad side.
