Mumbai Indians fans can now gear up for two of the biggest matches of IPL 2026. Tickets for MI vs Kolkata Knight Riders on March 29 and MI vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru on April 12 are going on sale through BookMyShow in a phased manner starting March 19.
Both matches take place at the iconic Wankhede Stadium with 7:30 PM IST start times. The franchise has urged fans to mark their calendars and keep their phones ready before tickets sell out.
MI IPL 2026 Ticket Sale Phases and Dates
| Phase | Window | Start | MI Blue Members and BMS Pre-Registered Users |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Google Pay Exclusive | 19 March, 12:00 IST | 21 March, 12:00 IST |
| Phase 2 | MI Gold, Silver, Junior Members | 21 March, 15:00 IST | 22 March, 15:00 IST |
| Phase 3 | MI Blue Members and BMS Pre Registered Users | 22 March, 17:00 IST | 23 March, 17:00 IST |
| Phase 4 | General Public | 23 March, 18:00 IST | Onwards |
Fans must purchase their MI membership before March 19 at 11:59 PM IST to access early booking windows. Members need to sign in on BookMyShow using the same credentials linked to their mumbaiindians.com account.
Why MI vs KKR on March 29 Carries Massive Rivalry Weight
Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders share one of the fiercest rivalries in IPL history. Both franchises represent major cricketing markets and have been led by legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly. MI holds a dominant 22 to 7 head-to-head record and owns five IPL titles compared to KKR’s three.
However, the rivalry has tightened in recent years. KKR swept MI in both the 2022 and 2024 seasons and even won at Wankhede in 2024 for the first time in 12 years. Expect an electric atmosphere as MI look to reclaim home dominance.
MI vs RCB on April 12 Promises to Be the Hottest Ticket of IPL 2026
Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has called the April 12 clash the ultimate blockbuster of IPL 2026. The fixture brings Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli face-to-face at Wankhede in what could be one of the final chapters of their iconic IPL rivalry.
RCB enter as defending champions under Rajat Patidar after winning their maiden title in 2025. Pathan noted that tickets for this fixture are always the hardest to get every season.
With two back-to-back mega clashes at Wankhede, early booking through the phased sale system gives fans the best chance to secure their seats for what promises to be an unforgettable start to MI’s IPL 2026 campaign.
