Top records of RCB against Mumbai Indians

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Mumbai Indians (MI) are gearing up for a thrilling showdown as they lock horns in the 25th match of the IPL 2024 season at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, April 11.

While MI, the five-time champions, secured their first win against Delhi Capitals in their previous match, RCB finds itself in dire straits with four defeats, three of which came consecutively. Sitting at the 8th and 9th positions respectively on the points table, both teams are eager to bolster their standings with a victory.

The rivalry between RCB and MI dates back to 2008, with MI holding the upper hand with 18 wins out of their 32 encounters. However, RCB has had the edge in the last five head-to-head battles, winning four of them. Nevertheless, MI emerged victorious in their recent encounter during IPL 2023, adding to the anticipation surrounding this clash.

Top Run Scorers for RCB against MI:
Virat Kohli leads the charge with 852 runs against MI, showcasing his dominance over the years.

Top Wicket-Takers for RCB against MI:
Yuzvendra Chahal boasts 22 wickets against MI, leaving a lasting impact with his spin wizardry.

– RCB’s highest total against MI was a monumental 235 runs, featuring a record partnership of 215 runs between Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers in IPL 2015.
– Conversely, RCB’s lowest total against MI was a disappointing 122 runs, marked by a challenging encounter in the inaugural IPL edition.

RCB’s Milestones Against MI:
1. Virat Kohli holds the record for the third-highest runs scored against MI in IPL history.
2. Yuzvendra Chahal ranks third in terms of wickets taken against MI.
3. Harshal Patel’s five-for in IPL 2021 stands as the third-best bowling figure against MI.
4. RCB’s highest team total and second-highest partnership for any wicket were achieved against MI in IPL 2015.
5. AB de Villiers’ astonishing 133* in 2015 remains the highest individual score against MI in IPL history.

With such illustrious records and milestones, the clash between RCB and MI promises to be a spectacle for cricket fans worldwide, as both teams strive to etch their names in IPL glory once again.