IPL 2026: Match 33, MI vs CSK Match Prediction – Who will win today’s IPL match? – CricTracker

Mumbai Indians (MI) lock horns against arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, April 23, in match No. 33 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.

By CricTracker Staff

Published – 22 Apr 2026, 17:00 IST | Updated – 22 Apr 2026, 17:05 IST

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Mumbai Indians (MI) lock horns against arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, April 23, in match No. 33 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.

The battle of the two five-time IPL champions has become all the more intriguing after the Mumbai Indians ended their four-match losing streak in their last encounter against the Gujarat Titans on Monday. Hardik Pandya and Co. have two wins from six games so far.

On the other hand, Chennai Super Kings also have two wins and four losses after six matches. They lost their first three games but bounced back with back-to-back wins. However, in their most recent fixture against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Ruturaj Gaikwad’s men lost by 10 runs.

MI vs CSK Match Details

Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai Pitch Report

The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai has hosted three matches so far in IPL 2026. The average first-innings total has been around 218. Two out of the three games have been won by chasing teams. Defending totals are not easy at this batting-friendly venue. Both teams have some fierce batters in their ranks and bowling will have to be on their mark to keep them in check.

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MI vs CSK Head to Head T20 Record

MI vs CSK Predicted Playing XIs

Mumbai Indians (MI):

Rohit Sharma/Danish Malewar, Quinton de Kock (WK), Naman Dhir, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (C), Tilak Varma, Sherfane Rutherford, Mitchell Santner, Krish Bhagat, Jasprit Bumrah, AM Ghazanfar.

Impact Player: Ashwani Kumar 

Chennai Super Kings (CSK):

Sanju Samson, Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Urvil Patel, Sarfaraz Khan, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, MS Dhoni (WK)/Prashant Veer, Noor Ahmed, Jamie Overton, Spencer Johnson/Akeal Hosain, Anshul Kamboj.

Impact Player: Gurjapneet Singh 

MI vs CSK: Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Tilak Varma

Tilak Varma

Tilak Varma hadn’t been having a great campaign in IPL 2026 until he slammed a remarkable century in the last game against the Gujarat Titans. He smashed 101* off 45 balls, overcoming a slow start. Tilak has a reputation for playing back-to-back solid knocks. Nobody can forget the consecutive T20I centuries he scored against South Africa in 2024.

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Probable Best Bowler: Anshul Kamboj

Anshul Kamboj (Source: IPL)

Anshul Kamboj has bowled brilliantly this season. Not only has he done well with the new ball, but his exemplary execution of wide yorkers from round the wicket in the death overs has impressed fans as well as critics. He is the leading wicket-taker at the moment with 13 scalps from six games at an average of 16.23.

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Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match

Mumbai Indians

vs

Chennai Super Kings

Indian Premier League

Match Information

vsApr 23, 2026Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, Mumbai02:00 PM

Second To Bat

Powerplay: 50-60190-200

Second To Bat

Powerplay: 50-60200-210

Win Probability

MI 55%CSK 45%

Disclaimer

The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.

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