MI vs CSK Toss Prediction: Probable Playing XI, Match Prediction for IPL 2026

A brilliant century from Tilak Varma against the Gujarat Titans helped the Mumbai Indians secure their second win of the Indian Premier League 2026, after losing four matches in a row. They now prepare to face their biggest rivals, the Chennai Super Kings, at Wankhede Stadium. The return of IPL legends MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma is highly doubtful for this clash.

CSK are coming into this game after a loss to the Sunrisers Hyderabad. Their top scorer this season, Ayush Mhatre, is out of the tournament with a hamstring injury. His absence leaves a gap in the top order, especially at No. 3. As per today toss prediction, the team bowling first could get a slight edge due to better chasing conditions.

MI vs CSK Toss Prediction

Three matches have been played at the Wankhede Stadium in IPL 2026, and two of them were won by the team batting second. Historically, as well, captains have preferred to bowl first after winning the toss, as per our MI vs CSK toss winner prediction. The skipper of the Mumbai Indians, Hardik Pandya, is expected to make the right call at the toss and opt to field first.

MI vs CSK Toss History

According to the MI vs CSK toss prediction today, the Chennai Super Kings have had an edge in the last few matches, both in toss wins and match results. They have won three coin flips in the last five encounters with the Mumbai Indians, and have ended up winning in all these matches. But, looking at current form, this past data won't have much impact, as this year, both these sides have struggled for consistency.

MI vs CSK Team Performance

The Mumbai Indians finally won a game after losing four consecutive matches and are in 7th place in the IPL points table. They will be eager to claim a victory in this match and move up the table. While the Chennai Super Kings also have the same number of points as MI, but a poor net run rate, with 2 wins and 4 losses in their campaign.

MI vs CSK Today Playing 11 (Probable)

The Mumbai Indians are coming off a spectacular win in their last outing, but they might make a few changes in their playing 11, as English all-rounder Will Jacks will be available to feature for MI.

Fantasy players should keep a keen eye during the toss to make the best MI vs CSK Dream11 prediction team, as a bunch of new additions could be made in this clash, with Spencer Johnson joining CSK, while former MI pacer, Akash Madhwal, also being signed by CSK as Ayush Mhatre's replacement.

MI vs CSK Today Match Winner

As per the MI vs CSK H2H records, the Mumbai Indians still hold a slight overall head-to-head advantage over the Chennai Super Kings. Recent seasons have seen CSK perform better in this rivalry, winning several matches, especially in 2023 and 2024. But in their last encounter in 2025, MI showed their strength with a dominant 9-wicket win at Wankhede.

Overall, this looks like a close contest, but on paper, the Mumbai Indians look like a better side, especially with Will Jacks joining the squad. At the same time, CSK has been hit with another concern as Ayush Mhatre has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury.