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Akila Dananjaya vs Herschelle Gibbs — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Akila Dananjaya or Herschelle Gibbs?

Herschelle Gibbs has the edge on the headline numbers: Herschelle Gibbs leads on T20I batting (400 runs, avg 18.2). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Akila Dananjaya (Dambulla Sixers) has 65 T20I runs at avg 8.1 in 33 matches. Herschelle Gibbs (Sunrisers Hyderabad) has 400 T20I runs at avg 18.2 in 23 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Akila Dananjaya
6️⃣ DS · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Herschelle Gibbs
🌅 SRH · 8 cr
🏏
Akila Dananjaya
6️⃣ Dambulla Sixers
AR
8.5 cr
Credits
23
Avg Pts
69
Best FP
10.7
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
2
Total Wkts
🏏
Herschelle Gibbs
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
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
🏏 Akila Dananjaya
23 higher avg pts · 69 best fantasy score
🏏 Akila Dananjaya
VS
🏏 Herschelle Gibbs
T20I Career Overview
33Matches23
🏏 Batting
65Runs400
8.13Batting Avg18.18
91.55Strike Rate125.79
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries3
0Sixes 🔴12
11*
Best Score
90*
🎳 Bowling
30Wickets0
30.93Bowling Avg—
8.22Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/36
Best Figures
-
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Akila Dananjaya vs Herschelle Gibbs — 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
StatisticAkila DananjayaHerschelle Gibbs
Matches40
Avg fantasy points230
Best fantasy score690
Wickets20
Economy rate7.550.00
Best spell (wkts)20
International career — T20I
StatisticAkila DananjayaHerschelle Gibbs
Matches3323
Runs65400
Batting average8.1318.18
Strike rate91.5125.8
Half-centuries (50+)03
Wickets300
Bowling average30.93—
Economy rate8.22—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Akila Dananjaya has played 33 T20Is and Herschelle Gibbs 23. Akila Dananjaya has 65 runs at 8.1 (strike rate 91.5), against 400 at 18.2 (125.8) for Herschelle Gibbs, so Herschelle Gibbs has scored more. Akila Dananjaya also bowls: 30 wickets at an economy of 8.22, while Herschelle Gibbs has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Akila Dananjaya has played 42 ODIs and Herschelle Gibbs 248. Akila Dananjaya has 323 runs at 12.4 (strike rate 73.2), against 8,094 at 36.1 (83.3) for Herschelle Gibbs, so Herschelle Gibbs has scored more. Hundreds: Akila Dananjaya 0, Herschelle Gibbs 21. Fifties: 1 and 37. Akila Dananjaya also bowls: 59 wickets, while Herschelle Gibbs has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Akila Dananjaya has played 6 Tests and Herschelle Gibbs 90. Akila Dananjaya has 135 runs at 16.9 (strike rate 53.1), against 6,167 at 42.0 (50.3) for Herschelle Gibbs, so Herschelle Gibbs has scored more. Hundreds: Akila Dananjaya 0, Herschelle Gibbs 14. Fifties: 0 and 26. Akila Dananjaya also bowls: 33 wickets at an economy of 3.55, while Herschelle Gibbs has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 4 August 2024.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Akila Dananjaya
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Herschelle Gibbs
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Akila Dananjaya
23 avg pts · 69 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Herschelle Gibbs
Captaining Akila Dananjaya gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Akila Dananjaya vs Herschelle Gibbs — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Akila Dananjaya has scored 65 T20I runs in 33 matches at an average of 8.13. He has also taken 30 T20I wickets at an average of 30.93 with an economy of 8.22.

T20I career: Herschelle Gibbs has scored 400 T20I runs in 23 matches at an average of 18.18, with 3 half-centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Akila Dananjaya is the stronger pick with an average of 23 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 — Akila Dananjaya or Herschelle Gibbs?

Based on recent data, Akila Dananjaya has the edge with a higher average of 23 fantasy points per game. Akila Dananjaya leads in runs scored (0 runs). Overall Akila Dananjaya is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Akila Dananjaya vs Herschelle Gibbs — who is a better fantasy captain?

Akila Dananjaya is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 23 pts per game with a best score of 69 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 — Akila Dananjaya or Herschelle Gibbs?

Akila Dananjaya has the superior batting strike rate this season (0.0), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Akila Dananjaya and Herschelle Gibbs?

Akila Dananjaya costs 8.5 Cr and Herschelle Gibbs 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 Akila Dananjaya and Herschelle Gibbs won?

Akila Dananjaya has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Herschelle Gibbs has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Akila Dananjaya or Herschelle Gibbs in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Akila Dananjaya is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Dambulla Sixers are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Sunrisers Hyderabad. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Akila Dananjaya or Herschelle Gibbs?

Herschelle Gibbs has more T20I runs: Akila Dananjaya has 65 in 33 matches (average 8.1) and Herschelle Gibbs has 400 in 23 (average 18.2).

Who has more ODI runs, Akila Dananjaya or Herschelle Gibbs?

Herschelle Gibbs has more ODI runs: Akila Dananjaya has 323 in 42 matches (average 12.4) and Herschelle Gibbs has 8,094 in 248 (average 36.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Herschelle Gibbs scores faster in ODIs: Akila Dananjaya strikes at 73.2 and Herschelle Gibbs at 83.3.

Who has more Test runs, Akila Dananjaya or Herschelle Gibbs?

Herschelle Gibbs has more Test runs: Akila Dananjaya has 135 in 6 matches (average 16.9) and Herschelle Gibbs has 6,167 in 90 (average 42.0).
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