Seeking redemption, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Mumbai Indians (MI) are set to lock horns in a pivotal Indian Premier League (IPL) encounter on Thursday.

Both franchises, traditionally strong contenders, find themselves in desperate situations, struggling to find their rhythm and secure vital wins in the tournament, after losing three matches in row.

MI finally managed to get on the board beating Delhi Capitals in a high-scoring encounter but their problems seem far from over. RCB, on the other hand, are faring no batter. They are at No.9 in the points table, a spot below MI, with just one win in four matches.

While there is still some time to go press the panic button, both MI and RCB have to pull up their socks if they don't want to get too far behind in the race to playoffs.

But their recent record against MI could boost RCB, who have won four of their last five games. The overall record in 32 matches, however, is tilted in favour of the five-time champions, who enjoy 20 wins against RCB's 14.

MI would know present circumstances provide them with a ripe opportunity to build up on their recent success and move further up in the points table after a rough start.

Who will claim victory at the Wankhede today? 🔵🔴 will it Mumbai Indians or Royal Challengers Bengaluru the high-stakes IPL encounter 🏏🤩