In the IPL 2026 match on April 12, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) triumphed over the Mumbai Indians (MI) by 18 runs, marking MI's third consecutive defeat of the season. RCB's captain Rajat Patidar dazzled the crowd at Wankhede Stadium, scoring a rapid 50 runs off 20 balls. Hardik Pandya, leading MI, managed 40 runs off 22 balls before being dismissed by Jacob Duffy, RCB's top wicket-taker. His brother, Krunal Pandya, celebrated the dismissal passionately, emphasizing the significance of the wicket. Despite a strong start in their chase, MI faltered after losing key wickets, finishing at 222/5. Hardik acknowledged the team's need to reassess their strategies, particularly in the powerplay, to regain momentum. He praised Sherfane Rutherford for his impressive performance, which provided MI with a glimmer of hope for future matches.