In a pivotal IPL match at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, the Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and opted to bat against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). This decision is notable as it marks the first time since April 2023 that a team has chosen to bat first at this venue. MI is facing challenges with key players Rohit Sharma (hamstring injury) and Quinton de Kock (wrist injury) absent from the lineup. Ryan Rickelton and Will Jacks are slated to open the batting for MI. The team has struggled this season, sitting ninth in the points table with only two wins from seven matches, including a significant 103-run loss at home to the Chennai Super Kings. In contrast, SRH comes into the match with a strong momentum, having won four consecutive games and currently positioned fourth with ten points. MI's lineup also includes Trent Boult, while SRH's captain Pat Cummins is looking to capitalize on the conditions by opting for finger-spin bowling.