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Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals vs Aakash Tigers MWS , MTL, Today Match Prediction
Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals
165/10 in 20.0
8.25165/8 in 20.0
8.25
Aakash Tigers MWS
MSCMR vs ATMWS Win Probability
Toss Winner - Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals won the toss and choose to bowl first
MSC Maratha Royals defeated Aakash Tigers MWS by 8 runs in a rain-hit 9-overs-a-side match in the 2025 edition; Rohan Raje was named Player of the Match for his all-round performance.
- Maxwell Swaminathan and Rohan Raje were the star bowlers for Maratha Royals last season, picking up eight wickets each.
- Chinmay Sutar topped the Royals’ batting charts in the last edition, scoring 271 runs in seven matches.
- Shams Mulani was among the competitions most economical bowlers last year, ending with an astonishing rate of 5.46 per over.
MSC Maratha Royals are favorites to win this game.
| Tournament: | Mumbai T20 League, 2026 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai City, India |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 30.9°C|Patchy rain nearby |
MSCMR vs ATMWS Match Prediction & Analysis
The fourth season of the T20 Mumbai League is back with a blockbuster evening clash as defending champions MSC Maratha Royals take on Aakash Tigers MWS in Match 2 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Monday, 1 June 2026. After the opening match between Bandra Blasters and Eagle Thane Strikers earlier in the day, all eyes will be on the 7:00 PM fixture featuring the title-holders and one of the tournament's most exciting squads.
MSC Maratha Royals enter the competition as the team to beat, having lifted the trophy in 2025 by defeating SoBo Mumbai Falcons in the final. Under the leadership of Siddhesh Lad, who took over the captaincy last season and steered the side to glory, the Royals have wasted no time in preparing for the challenge of retaining their crown. With Tushar Deshpande as their Icon Player and a settled core of retained players, the champions look well-equipped to mount a strong defence.
Aakash Tigers MWS, led by the flamboyant Sarfaraz Khan, will be eager to make a statement in their opening fixture after a disappointing season last time, where they ended second from last with just one win from fuve games. The franchise has retained the services of left-arm spinner Shams Mulani and all-rounder Jay Bista, while adding several promising talents at the auction. Having lost a rain-curtailed encounter to the Royals in the previous edition by just 8 runs, the Tigers will be determined to go one better this time around.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
MSCMR
W
W
L
W
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MSCMR
158/5 in 19.2 8.17
157/4 in 20.0 7.85
131/8 in 20.0 6.55
128/2 in 17.2 7.38
150/8 in 20.0 7.5
151/2 in 15.4 9.64
182/4 in 18.3 9.84
MTL
Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals beat ARCS Andheri by 6 wickets 🏆
179/6 in 20.0 8.95
170/8 in 20.0 8.5
174/4 in 19.4 8.85
ATMWS
W
L
L
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ATMWS
44/2 in 5.0 8.8
MTL
Aakash Tigers MWS beat North Mumbai Panthers by 22 runs
66/7 in 5.0 13.2
152/8 in 20.0 7.6
153/10 in 20.0 7.65
85/2 in 7.2 11.59
211/5 in 20.0 10.55
88/5 in 9.0 9.78
96/4 in 9.0 10.67
HEAD TO HEAD
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Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals Preview
The defending champions enter Season 4 with a well-balanced squad that blends experience with youthful exuberance. Their Icon Player, Tushar Deshpande, brings genuine pace and IPL pedigree to the bowling attack. The right-arm quick, who represents Rajasthan Royals in the IPL, has developed into a reliable death-overs specialist and will be expected to lead the bowling unit alongside the experienced Rohan Raje.
Captain Siddhesh Lad has been the cornerstone of the Royals' batting lineup, providing stability in the middle order. His batting was instrumental in the team's title-winning campaign last year, scoring 242 runs in seven matches at an average of 40.33 and a strike rate of 134.
The Royals made a significant investment at the auction, securing Chinmay Sutar for INR 9.50 lakh, making him the most expensive player in the franchise's history. Sutar was their star batter last season, compiling 271 runs in seven games at a strike rate of 133.
The batting lineup also features Maxwell Swaminathan, who picked up 2 wickets in the previous meeting between these sides, and the experienced Irfan Umair. With a strong supporting cast including Aditya Dhumal, Ayaz Ahmed Afzal, and Rohan Raje, the Royals possess the depth to compete across all phases of the game.
Key Players: Siddhesh Lad, Maxwell Swaminathan, Chinmay Sutar
Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals Predicted Playing XI:
Siddhesh Lad (c), Tushar Deshpande, Sahil Jadhav, Chinmay Sutar, Rohan Raje, Irfan Umair, Aditya Dhumal, Maxwell Swaminathan, Sachin Yadav (wk), Pratik Shukla, Arjun Dani
Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals Actual Playing XI:
Chinmay Sutar, Sachin Yadav, Shreyanssh Rai, Siddhesh Lad, Irfan Umair, Tushar Deshpande, Aditya Dhumal, Arjun Dani, Maxwell Swaminathan, Atharva Bhosale, Rohan Raje, Sahil Bhagwanta Jadhav
Aakash Tigers MWS Preview
Aakash Tigers MWS will look to their big-hitting captain to lead from the front. Sarfaraz Khan, the franchise's Icon Player, is one of the most destructive batters in domestic cricket, known for his ability to clear the ropes with ease. His presence at number three or four gives the Tigers a match-winner capable of single-handedly changing the complexion of a game.
Jay Bista, the other retained player, adds depth to the batting order and provides a handy off-spin option. Bista was their best batter last year, collecting 159 runs in five matches at a strike rate of 134.
The Tigers have built their squad around a strong spin-bowling core, headlined by Shams Mulani, who was retained ahead of the auction. The left-arm orthodox spinner has been a consistent performer in Mumbai cricket and was the Tigers' standout bowler last year, taking six wickets in five games at an economy of 5.46. His ability to choke runs in the middle overs will be crucial against a powerful Royals batting lineup.
The Tigers also invested heavily in Vinayak Bhoir, securing him for INR 9 lakh at the auction, while Akash Anand was signed for INR 5 lakh. The squad also features wicketkeeper-batters Varun Lavande and Harsh Rane, as well as promising youngsters including Prince Badiani, Saksham Parashar, and Naman Pushpak. With pace options like Kruthik Hanagavadi and Sourabh Singh, and the spin of Ajit Yadav and Shashank Attarde, the Tigers have a well-rounded attack that can adapt to any surface.
Key Players: Sarfaraz Khan, Shams Mulani, Jay Bista
Aakash Tigers MWS Predicted Playing XI:
Sarfaraz Khan (c), Shams Mulani, Jay Bista, Vinayak Bhoir, Akash Anand (wk), Naman Pushpak, Saksham Parashar, Shashank Attarde, Prince Badiani, Kruthik Hanagavadi, Ajit Yadav
Aakash Tigers MWS Actual Playing XI:
Varun Lavande, Jay Gokul Bista, Ajit Yadav, Prince Badiani, Naman Pushpak, Md Jamshed Alam, Shams Mulani, Saksham Swayam Parashar , Sourabh Singh, Shashank Attarde, Vinayak Bhoir, Sarfaraz Khan
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The forecast for Mumbai on Monday evening is generally pleasant for cricket. Temperatures are expected to be around 27‑29°C (81‑84°F) at the start of play, dropping to approximately 26°C (79°F) by the close. Humidity levels are expected to be moderate, around 60‑70%, with light to moderate sea breezes that can assist swing bowling in the early overs. The weather is expected to remain mostly clear and dry, with visibility good throughout the match window. The Wankhede Stadium's position close to the Arabian Sea means that sea breeze often influences conditions in the evening, bringing moisture that can aid movement off the pitch.
MSCMR vs ATMWS Pitch Report
Pitch Condition
BattingBatting Conditions
High ScoringPace Bowling
Pace BounceSpin Bowling
Average Turn
The pitch at Wankhede is traditionally batting-friendly, offering good bounce and carry on a true surface that allows stroke-makers to play their shots freely. In domestic T20 matches at this venue, the average first-innings score is 173, while the highest total posted is 243. The boundaries are relatively short, particularly square of the wicket, which encourages aggressive strokeplay and rewards batters who find the gaps.
Pace bowlers have historically dominated at the Wankhede, claiming 72% of the wickets (95 out of 132) in the last 10 T20 matches, while spinners have accounted for the remaining 28% (37 wickets). This suggests that fast bowlers who hit the right lengths - full and targeting the stumps - can be highly effective, while spinners need to vary their pace and trajectory to succeed.
Toss: To Bowl
The evening match is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM IST at the Wankhede Stadium. Historically, teams have preferred to chase at this venue, with 54% of T20 matches won by the side bowling first according to venue statistics. With dew occasionally becoming a factor in evening matches in Mumbai, the captain who wins the toss is likely to opt to bowl first, hoping to exploit any early assistance for the seamers and keep the target within a chaseable range.
MSCMR vs ATMWS
Winning Prediction
MSC Maratha Royals enter the competition with the confidence of a team that has been there and done it before. Their core of experienced players - Tushar Deshpande, Siddhesh Lad, Rohan Raje - has been retained and supplemented with quality additions at the auction. The Royals have also had the benefit of intense preparation, having switched into high-intensity mode immediately after the auction. Head Coach Amit Dani has overseen detailed match simulations and tactical sessions, identifying the strongest playing combinations before the tournament begins.
Aakash Tigers MWS, however, have the firepower to upset the champions on their day. Sarfaraz Khan's explosive batting and Shams Mulani's economical spin give them match-winners in both departments.
On paper, the Royals have the edge in terms of experience and overall balance. Tushar Deshpande's pace and death-bowling expertise give them a significant advantage in the latter stages of the innings, while Siddhesh Lad provides a calm head in the middle order. The presence of proven performers like Sahil Jadhav, who was described as an "X-factor" by his captain, adds further depth to the batting lineup.
However, the Tigers are no pushovers. Sarfaraz Khan has the ability to take the game away from any opposition, and if he gets going early, the Royals will find themselves under immense pressure. The key battle will likely be between the Royals' pace attack and the Tigers' top order in the powerplay. In what promises to be a closely fought contest, the experience of the defending champions, combined with their proven ability to win tight matches, should give them the edge in their tournament opener.
MSC Maratha Royals are favorites to win this game.
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