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Abhishek Sharma vs Josh Hazlewood — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Abhishek Sharma or Josh Hazlewood?

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. Josh Hazlewood (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) has 29 T20I runs at avg 9.7 in 60 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
🏏
Josh Hazlewood
🔴 RCB · 9 cr
🏏
Abhishek Sharma
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 2× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
76
Avg Pts
224
Best FP
282.0
Pts/Cr
654
Total Runs
5
Total Wkts
🏏
Josh Hazlewood
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
BOWL🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
67
Avg Pts
260
Best FP
141.3
Pts/Cr
11
Total Runs
36
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Abhishek Sharma
9 higher avg pts · 224 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM
🏏 Abhishek Sharma
VS
🏏 Josh Hazlewood
T20I Career Overview
62Matches60
🏏 Batting
1926Runs29
32.64Batting Avg9.67
—Strike Rate138.10
3Centuries0
13Half-Centuries0
104Sixes 🔴1
135
Best Score
13*
🎳 Bowling
12Wickets79
22.83Bowling Avg20.41
8.47Economy Rate7.41
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/17
Best Figures
4/12
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Abhishek Sharma vs Josh Hazlewood — 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 SharmaJosh Hazlewood
Matches2019
Avg fantasy points7667
Best fantasy score224260
Runs65411
Strike rate213.033.3
Fours611
Sixes500
Half-centuries (50+)50
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score1085
Wickets536
Economy rate7.915.84
Best spell (wkts)38
Catches1010
Total dismissals1010
International career — T20I
StatisticAbhishek SharmaJosh Hazlewood
Matches6260
Runs192629
Batting average32.649.67
Strike rate—138.1
Centuries (100+)30
Half-centuries (50+)130
Wickets1279
Bowling average22.8320.41
Economy rate8.477.41

📋 Format by format

T20I. Abhishek Sharma has played 62 T20Is and Josh Hazlewood 60. Abhishek Sharma has 1,926 runs at 32.6, against 29 at 9.7 (138.1) for Josh Hazlewood, so Abhishek Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Abhishek Sharma 3, Josh Hazlewood 0. Fifties: 13 and 0. With the ball, Abhishek Sharma has 12 wickets at an economy of 8.47 and Josh Hazlewood 79 at 7.41; Josh Hazlewood has more wickets.

International numbers up to 22 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Abhishek Sharma
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Josh Hazlewood
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Abhishek Sharma
76 avg pts · 224 best · 2 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Josh Hazlewood
Captaining Abhishek Sharma gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Abhishek Sharma vs Josh Hazlewood — 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: Josh Hazlewood has scored 29 T20I runs in 60 matches at an average of 9.67. He has also taken 79 T20I wickets at an average of 20.41 with an economy of 7.41.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Abhishek Sharma is the stronger pick with an average of 76 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 Josh Hazlewood?

Based on recent data, Abhishek Sharma has the edge with a higher average of 76 fantasy points per game. Abhishek Sharma leads in runs scored (654 runs). Overall Abhishek Sharma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Abhishek Sharma vs Josh Hazlewood — who is a better fantasy captain?

Abhishek Sharma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 76 pts per game with a best score of 260 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 Josh Hazlewood?

Abhishek Sharma has the superior batting strike rate this season (213.0), 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 Josh Hazlewood?

Abhishek Sharma costs 9 Cr and Josh Hazlewood costs 9 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 Josh Hazlewood won?

Abhishek Sharma has won 2 Man of the Match awards and Josh Hazlewood has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Abhishek Sharma or Josh Hazlewood 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 Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Abhishek Sharma or Josh Hazlewood?

Abhishek Sharma has more T20I runs: Abhishek Sharma has 1,926 in 62 matches (average 32.6) and Josh Hazlewood has 29 in 60 (average 9.7).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Abhishek Sharma or Josh Hazlewood?

Josh Hazlewood has more T20I wickets: Abhishek Sharma has 12 at an average of 22.8 and Josh Hazlewood has 79 at 20.4.
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