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Abhishek Sharma vs Phil Salt — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Abhishek Sharma or Phil Salt?

Phil Salt has the edge on the headline numbers: Phil Salt leads on T20I batting (1,852 runs, avg 34.9). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Abhishek Sharma (India) has 1,926 T20I runs at avg 32.6 in 62 matches. Phil Salt (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) has 1,852 T20I runs at avg 34.9 in 65 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
🏏
Phil Salt
🔴 RCB · 9.5 cr
🏏
Abhishek Sharma
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 2× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
75
Avg Pts
224
Best FP
184.7
Pts/Cr
644
Total Runs
5
Total Wkts
🏏
Phil Salt
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
🧤 WK🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
54
Avg Pts
166
Best FP
108.9
Pts/Cr
532
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Abhishek Sharma
21 higher avg pts · 224 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM
🏏 Abhishek Sharma
VS
🏏 Phil Salt
T20I Career Overview
62Matches65
🏏 Batting
1926Runs1852
32.64Batting Avg34.94
—Strike Rate163.75
3Centuries4
13Half-Centuries10
104Sixes 🔴87
135
Best Score
141*
🎳 Bowling
12Wickets0
22.83Bowling Avg—
8.47Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/17
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Abhishek Sharma vs Phil Salt — 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 SharmaPhil Salt
Matches2019
Avg fantasy points7554
Best fantasy score224166
Runs644532
Strike rate215.4137.8
Fours6147
Sixes4923
Half-centuries (50+)54
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10878
Wickets50
Economy rate8.440.00
Best spell (wkts)30
Catches1012
Total dismissals1014
International career — T20I
StatisticAbhishek SharmaPhil Salt
Matches6265
Runs19261852
Batting average32.6434.94
Strike rate—163.8
Centuries (100+)34
Half-centuries (50+)1310
Wickets120
Bowling average22.83—
Economy rate8.47—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Abhishek Sharma has played 62 T20Is and Phil Salt 65. Abhishek Sharma has 1,926 runs at 32.6, against 1,852 at 34.9 (163.8) for Phil Salt, so Abhishek Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Abhishek Sharma 3, Phil Salt 4. Fifties: 13 and 10. Abhishek Sharma also bowls: 12 wickets at an economy of 8.47, while Phil Salt has not taken a T20I wicket.

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
🏏 Phil Salt
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Abhishek Sharma
75 avg pts · 224 best · 2 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Phil Salt
Captaining Abhishek Sharma gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Abhishek Sharma vs Phil Salt — 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: Phil Salt has scored 1,852 T20I runs in 65 matches at an average of 34.94, with 4 centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Abhishek Sharma is the stronger pick with an average of 75 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 Phil Salt?

Based on recent data, Abhishek Sharma has the edge with a higher average of 75 fantasy points per game. Abhishek Sharma leads in runs scored (644 runs). Overall Abhishek Sharma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Abhishek Sharma vs Phil Salt — who is a better fantasy captain?

Abhishek Sharma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 75 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 Phil Salt?

Abhishek Sharma has the superior batting strike rate this season (215.4), 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 Phil Salt?

Abhishek Sharma costs 9 Cr and Phil Salt costs 9.5 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 Phil Salt won?

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

Should I pick Abhishek Sharma or Phil Salt 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 Phil Salt?

Abhishek Sharma has more T20I runs: Abhishek Sharma has 1,926 in 62 matches (average 32.6) and Phil Salt has 1,852 in 65 (average 34.9).
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