Rajasthan Royals (RR) ready to host Mumbai Indians (MI) in match 13 ipl 2026 At Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati. As the tournament moves towards the northeast, both teams find themselves at different ends of the pace.
Under the captaincy of local hero Riyan ParagRR have had a dream start to the 2026 season. They are currently unbeaten, having achieved an impressive 8-wicket win over CSK at the same venue and followed it up with a thrilling 6-run win against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad. His batting looks tremendous with the young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi opening with Yashasvi Jaiswalwhile leading the bowling attack Nandre Burger And jofra archer Has been clinical in the powerplay.
MI’s campaign has been full of ups and downs. They broke their “opening match illusion” with a win over KKR, but suffered a narrow defeat to Delhi Capitals. The biggest talking point of this match is the fitness of the captain. hardik pandyaWho could not play the last game due to fever. If he makes a comeback, it will strengthen both his middle-order and seam-bowling options. MI will rely heavily on its Indian core and express pace trent bolt To disrupt RR’s top order.
Barsapara Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
Barsapara Stadium is known as a high-scoring ground, but recent trends suggest a change in the behavior of the surface. Traditionally, the pitch is flat with short boundaries, often resulting in scores in excess of 190–200. In the most recent match here (RR vs CSK), the ball showed a tendency to catch. The spinners are expected to get more assistance than usual, especially with some extra bounce. Chasing has historically been the preferred option. The defending team has won only one of the last five matches here. Due to the high humidity in Guwahati, dew is almost sure to play a role in the second innings, which will make it difficult for the bowlers to hold the ball.
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Guwahati Weather Forecast
The evening weather in Guwahati for the IPL 2026 clash between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians is expected to be largely favorable for cricket, and the conditions will remain mostly clear. The temperature is likely to remain around 21 degrees Celsius, providing a pleasant environment for both players and spectators during match hours.
However, the humidity levels will be as high as around 85%, which may make the conditions a bit uncomfortable and physically tough for the players on the field. The dew point is at 19 degrees Celsius, indicating a strong possibility of dew forming later in the evening – something that could significantly impact the second innings, especially for bowlers trying to hold on to the ball.
Wind conditions are expected to be mild, with east-south-easterly winds at around 7 km/h and gusts up to 19 km/h. Although the wind is not particularly strong, it may be a slight aid to fast bowlers early on, but it is unlikely to have a major impact on gameplay.
Cloud cover is expected to be around 48%, but with a “mainly clear” forecast, disruption due to weather is highly unlikely. The chance of rain is only 14%, with no measurable rainfall expected, ensuring a complete and uninterrupted match.
Visibility is slightly reduced at 6 km, but should still be good enough for comfortable combat in light. Overall, the conditions suggest a good batting surface, with dew potentially playing a decisive role later in the game, making the toss important – teams may prefer to chase in these conditions.
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