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Angelo Mathews vs Devdutt Padikkal — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Angelo Mathews or Devdutt Padikkal?

Angelo Mathews has the edge on the headline numbers: Angelo Mathews leads on T20I batting (1,416 runs, avg 27.8). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Angelo Mathews (Sri Lanka) has 1,416 T20I runs at avg 27.8 in 90 matches. Devdutt Padikkal (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) has 38 T20I runs at avg 19.0 in 2 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Angelo Mathews
🇱🇰 SL · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Devdutt Padikkal
🔴 RCB · 8.5 cr
🏏
Angelo Mathews
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
AR🌏 OS
9 cr
Credits
36
Avg Pts
91
Best FP
31.9
Pts/Cr
184
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
🏏
Devdutt Padikkal
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
BAT
8.5 cr
Credits
79
Avg Pts
288
Best FP
167.4
Pts/Cr
792
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
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
43 higher avg pts · 288 best fantasy score
🏏 Angelo Mathews
VS
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
T20I Career Overview
90Matches2
🏏 Batting
1416Runs38
27.76Batting Avg19.00
120.51Strike Rate100.00
0Centuries0
6Half-Centuries0
50Sixes 🔴1
81*
Best Score
29
🎳 Bowling
45Wickets0
30.87Bowling Avg—
7.13Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/16
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Angelo Mathews vs Devdutt Padikkal — 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
StatisticAngelo MathewsDevdutt Padikkal
Matches818
Avg fantasy points3679
Best fantasy score91288
Runs184792
Strike rate119.5102.5
Fours1582
Sixes425
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score45211
Wickets10
Economy rate8.735.00
Best spell (wkts)10
Catches015
Total dismissals016
International career — T20I
StatisticAngelo MathewsDevdutt Padikkal
Matches902
Runs141638
Batting average27.7619.00
Strike rate120.5100.0
Half-centuries (50+)60
Wickets450
Bowling average30.87—
Economy rate7.13—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Angelo Mathews has played 90 T20Is and Devdutt Padikkal 2. Angelo Mathews has 1,416 runs at 27.8 (strike rate 120.5), against 38 at 19.0 (100.0) for Devdutt Padikkal, so Angelo Mathews has scored more. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 45 wickets at an economy of 7.13, while Devdutt Padikkal has not taken a T20I wicket.

Test. Angelo Mathews has played 119 Tests and Devdutt Padikkal 4. Angelo Mathews has 8,214 runs at 44.4 (strike rate 49.1), against 418 at 69.7 (60.1) for Devdutt Padikkal, so Angelo Mathews has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 16, Devdutt Padikkal 2. Fifties: 45 and 1. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 33 wickets at an economy of 2.71, while Devdutt Padikkal has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Angelo Mathews
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
79 avg pts · 288 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Angelo Mathews
Captaining Devdutt Padikkal gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Angelo Mathews vs Devdutt Padikkal — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Angelo Mathews has scored 1,416 T20I runs in 90 matches at an average of 27.76, with 6 half-centuries. He has also taken 45 T20I wickets at an average of 30.87 with an economy of 7.13.

T20I career: Devdutt Padikkal has scored 38 T20I runs in 2 matches at an average of 19.00.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Devdutt Padikkal is the stronger pick with an average of 79 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 — Angelo Mathews or Devdutt Padikkal?

Based on recent data, Devdutt Padikkal has the edge with a higher average of 79 fantasy points per game. Devdutt Padikkal leads in runs scored (792 runs). Overall Devdutt Padikkal is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Angelo Mathews vs Devdutt Padikkal — who is a better fantasy captain?

Devdutt Padikkal is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 79 pts per game with a best score of 288 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 — Angelo Mathews or Devdutt Padikkal?

Angelo Mathews has the superior batting strike rate this season (119.5), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Angelo Mathews and Devdutt Padikkal?

Angelo Mathews costs 9 Cr and Devdutt Padikkal costs 8.5 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 Angelo Mathews and Devdutt Padikkal won?

Angelo Mathews has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Devdutt Padikkal has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Angelo Mathews or Devdutt Padikkal in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Devdutt Padikkal is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Sri Lanka 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, Angelo Mathews or Devdutt Padikkal?

Angelo Mathews has more T20I runs: Angelo Mathews has 1,416 in 90 matches (average 27.8) and Devdutt Padikkal has 38 in 2 (average 19.0).

Who has more Test runs, Angelo Mathews or Devdutt Padikkal?

Angelo Mathews has more Test runs: Angelo Mathews has 8,214 in 119 matches (average 44.4) and Devdutt Padikkal has 418 in 4 (average 69.7).
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