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Sports - / Mar 29, 2026 - MI vs KKR, IPL 2026 Live: Shardul Thakur turns game for Mumbai Indians - MI vs KKR Live Score, IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians begin their IPL 2026 campaign against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium, with focus on both form and history. The five-time champions are looking to end a five-year gap since their last title win in 2020. Despite reaching the playoffs last season and finishing third, the side will aim to go further this year under Hardik Pandya.The match also brings attention to Mumbai Indians' long-standing record in opening games. The team has lost its first match of the season for 13 consecutive years, with their last opening win coming in 2012. This trend has continued despite strong performances across seasons, making the first fixture a point of interest again.Mumbai Indians have a settled Indian core featuring Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Pandya, Tilak Varma and Jasprit Bumrah. Their squad also includes several overseas options, although some players are yet to join for the opening match.Kolkata Knight Riders, on the other hand, come into the game with a few concerns. Injuries to Akash Deep and Harshit Rana, along with the absence of Mustafizur Rahman, have affected their bowling plans. The team will depend on players like Varun Chakravarthy and Blessing Muzarabani to step up early in the season.In head-to-head meetings, Mumbai Indians hold the advantage with 24 wins in 35 matches. However, both teams start fresh in a new season, and the opening game offers a chance to set the tone.Stay with TOI for live updates, key moments and analysis from this IPL 2026 clash.

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MI vs KKR, IPL 2026 Live: Shardul Thakur slows KKR charge with double strike -- MI vs KKR Live Score, IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians begin their IPL 2026 campaign against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium, with focus on both form and history. The five-time champions are looking to end a five-year gap since their last title win in 2020. Despite reaching the playoffs last season and finishing third, the side will aim to go further this year under Hardik Pandya.

The match also brings attention to Mumbai Indians' long-standing record in opening games. The team has lost its first match of the season for 13 consecutive years, with their last opening win coming in 2012. This trend has continued despite strong performances across seasons, making the first fixture a point of interest again.

Mumbai Indians have a settled Indian core featuring Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Pandya, Tilak Varma and Jasprit Bumrah. Their squad also includes several overseas options, although some players are yet to join for the opening match.

Kolkata Knight Riders, on the other hand, come into the game with a few concerns. Injuries to Akash Deep and Harshit Rana, along with the absence of Mustafizur Rahman, have affected their bowling plans. The team will depend on players like Varun Chakravarthy and Blessing Muzarabani to step up early in the season.

In head-to-head meetings, Mumbai Indians hold the advantage with 24 wins in 35 matches. However, both teams start fresh in a new season, and the opening game offers a chance to set the tone.

Stay with TOI for live updates, key moments and analysis from this IPL 2026 clash.

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