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MI vs RCB - (Source: ScreenGrab)
It is time for the clash of the titans. Two heavyweights RCB and MI are ready to square off at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in match 20 of IPL 2026. Both teams are fresh off a defeat, but Mumbai Indians are in a dire need of a win as they have just 2 points in three matches. s
Ahead of the much-awaited clash, Mumbai Indians and RCB players donned a black armband around their sleeves and the fans are curious about it. There is a query regarding the same as a section of fans are unaware about the reason for wearing the black armband. Meanwhile, this article will shed light on why Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru players are wearing black armband.
MCA Honours Asha Bhosle's Legacy
On Sunday, April 12, a tragedy hit the entertainment industry as legendary singer Asha Bhosle breathed her last at the age of 92. The veteran singer was hospitalised on Saturday and passed away on Sunday morning due to multiple organ failure.
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Asha Bhosle is not just a regular name. Her demise has send a wave of shock and grief across the nation. The legend has sung over 12000 awards and won several accolades. Since morning, top cricketing figures such as Sachin Tnedulkar and Virat Kohli also grieved the loss of a loved one.
Therefore, Mumbai Indians honoured the legacy and wear a black armband in Asha Bhosle's rememberance at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Notably, the two teams also had a two-minute silence for the legendary singer.
MI, RCB Players Observe 2-Minute Silence
Ahead of the start of the start of the match, the two teams stood in line and observed two-minute silence for late Asha Bhosle. It has been a great legacy, which the two teams beautifully honoured at the Wankhede Stadium.
Sachin Tendulkar was also present at the stadium with Mumbai Indians, who looked emotional looking at the giant screen, which displayed a message for Asha Bhosle.
Mumbai Indians Story So Far In IPL 2026
Mumbai Indians started IPL 2026 on a positive note. The Hardik Pandya-led side registered a comfortable win over Kolkata knight Riders to start IPL 2026 with a win. However, things went downhill from there.
Hardik Pandya missed the Delhi Capitals match and the five-time winners heavily missed him as they suffered a six-wicket defeat. In the latest match, Rajasthan Royals were all over the Men in Blue and gold courtesy Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
In the rain-reduced game, MI suffered a 27-run defeat to now sit at 8th place in the points table with just a win in three matches. Talking about the ongoing match, Mumbai Indians won the toss and opted to field first. At the time of writing, RCB are 21/0 after 1.5 overs.
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