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Abhishek Sharma vs Brendan Taylor: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Abhishek Sharma or Brendan Taylor?

Abhishek Sharma has the edge on the headline numbers: Abhishek Sharma leads on T20I batting (1,926 runs, avg 32.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Abhishek Sharma (India) has 1,926 T20I runs at avg 32.6 in 62 matches. Brendan Taylor (Zimbabwe) has 1,216 T20I runs at avg 24.3 in 59 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

Full season · batting · bowling · fielding · MOTM · form

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Abhishek Sharma
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Brendan Taylor
🇿🇼 ZIM · 8 cr
🏏
Abhishek Sharma
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
80
Avg Pts
224
Best FP
322.2
Pts/Cr
737
Total Runs
5
Total Wkts
🏏
Brendan Taylor
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
🧤 WK
8 cr
Credits
45
Avg Pts
120
Best FP
33.6
Pts/Cr
141
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Abhishek Sharma
35 higher avg pts · 224 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Abhishek Sharma
VS
🏏 Brendan Taylor
T20I Career Overview
62Matches59
🏏 Batting
1926Runs1216
32.64Batting Avg24.32
3Centuries1
13Half-Centuries6
104Sixes 🔴21
135
Best Score
123
🎳 Bowling
12Wickets1
22.83Bowling Avg17.00
8.47Economy Rate3.40
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/17
Best Figures
2/36
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Abhishek Sharma vs Brendan Taylor · Stat Comparison Table

Head-to-head numbers at a glance. Higher value is highlighted in green (lower is better for economy and bowling/batting averages).

IPL season stats
StatisticAbhishek SharmaBrendan Taylor
Matches206
Avg fantasy points8045
Best fantasy score224120
Runs737141
Strike rate212.476.2
Fours6514
Sixes600
Half-centuries (50+)41
Centuries (100+)20
Highest score11381
Wickets50
Economy rate7.910.00
Best spell (wkts)30
Catches46
Total dismissals47
International career · T20I
StatisticAbhishek SharmaBrendan Taylor
Matches6259
Runs19261216
Batting average32.6424.32
Centuries (100+)31
Half-centuries (50+)136
Wickets121
Bowling average22.8317.00
Economy rate8.473.40

📋 Format by format

T20I. Abhishek Sharma has played 62 T20Is and Brendan Taylor 59. Abhishek Sharma has 1,926 runs at 32.6, against 1,216 at 24.3 for Brendan Taylor, so Abhishek Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Abhishek Sharma 3, Brendan Taylor 1. Fifties: 13 and 6. With the ball, Abhishek Sharma has 12 wickets at an economy of 8.47 and Brendan Taylor 1 at 3.40; Abhishek Sharma has more wickets while Brendan Taylor is more economical.

International numbers up to 26 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Abhishek Sharma
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Brendan Taylor
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Abhishek Sharma
80 avg pts · 224 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Brendan Taylor
Captaining Abhishek Sharma gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

What is happening now

Abhishek Sharma

Holder of the fastest T20I century by a player from a full-member nation

Oct 2026: 61 off 28 balls (3 fours, 7 sixes) opening in the Asian Games final against Pakistan. India made 211 for 6 and won by 19 runs.

Full Sharma profile →

Did you know: Abhishek Sharma

  • Born 4 September 2000 in Amritsar. Left-hand batter and slow left-arm bowler.
  • Reached number one in the ICC T20I batting rankings in 2025 and set a record 931 rating points.
  • Scored 314 runs in the 2025 Asia Cup, the most in an edition of the tournament, and was named player of the tournament.
  • A childhood friend of Shubman Gill, with whom Abhishek opened for Punjab at under-14 level.
Full Abhishek Sharma profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Abhishek Sharma and Brendan Taylor

2 questions, answers explained. No sign-up needed.

  1. 1. How many balls did Abhishek need for his hundred against Afghanistan in September 2026?
  2. 2. How many runs did Abhishek score at the 2025 Asia Cup, a tournament record?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Abhishek Sharma vs Brendan Taylor · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Abhishek Sharma has scored 1,926 T20I runs in 62 matches at an average of 32.64, with 3 centuries. He has also taken 12 T20I wickets at an average of 22.83 with an economy of 8.47.

T20I career: Brendan Taylor has scored 1,216 T20I runs in 59 matches at an average of 24.32, with 1 century. He has also taken 1 T20I wickets at an average of 17.00 with an economy of 3.40.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Abhishek Sharma is the stronger pick with an average of 80 pts per game in recent fantasy cricket. Always check the playing XI and toss before locking in your captain.

Stats are sourced from international career records. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Who has better fantasy stats, Abhishek Sharma or Brendan Taylor?

Based on recent data, Abhishek Sharma has the edge with a higher average of 80 fantasy points per game. Abhishek Sharma leads in runs scored (737 runs). Overall Abhishek Sharma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Abhishek Sharma vs Brendan Taylor: who is a better fantasy captain?

Abhishek Sharma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 80 pts per game with a best score of 224 pts. As captain you earn 2× points, so choosing the player in better form is crucial. Always check the toss and playing XI before finalising your captain.

Who has a better strike rate, Abhishek Sharma or Brendan Taylor?

Abhishek Sharma has the superior batting strike rate this season (212.4), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Abhishek Sharma and Brendan Taylor?

Abhishek Sharma costs 9 Cr and Brendan Taylor costs 8 Cr in current fantasy. The player with lower credits who delivers similar points gives you better value, freeing up budget for other expensive picks.

How many MOTM awards have Abhishek Sharma and Brendan Taylor won?

Abhishek Sharma has won 3 Man of the Match awards and Brendan Taylor has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Abhishek Sharma or Brendan Taylor in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Abhishek Sharma is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if India are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Zimbabwe. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Abhishek Sharma or Brendan Taylor?

Abhishek Sharma has more T20I runs: Abhishek Sharma has 1,926 in 62 matches (average 32.6) and Brendan Taylor has 1,216 in 59 (average 24.3).
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