Angelo Mathews vs Jofra Archer — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Angelo Mathews vs Jofra Archer is one of the most searched IPL 2026 fantasy comparisons. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.

Angelo Mathews is a all-rounder for Sri Lanka, priced at 9 Cr this season. Over 0 matches he has scored a total of 0 fantasy points, averaging 0 pts per game with a best of 0 pts..

Jofra Archer is a specialist bowler for Rajasthan Royals, priced at 9 Cr. Across 15 matches he has earned 958 fantasy points, averaging 64 pts per game with a best of 185 pts. He has scored 56 runs at a strike rate of 143.6, picking up 24 wickets at an economy of 8.50. He has won 1 MOTM award this season.

Batting edge: Jofra Archer leads with the bat this season, making them the better pick if the pitch is expected to be batting-friendly or if the match is being played on a flat track.

Bowling edge: Jofra Archer has been the more impactful bowler IPL 2026, and becomes especially valuable in conditions that offer pace or spin movement.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Jofra Archer is the stronger pick right now with an average of 64 pts per game and a best score of 185 pts. The value-for-money metric (points per credit) further reinforces this — always check this number before finalising your captain or vice-captain choice.

Captaincy Recommendation: Based on IPL 2026 season form, Jofra Archer is the safer captaincy option. However, if the opposition's bowling or batting lineup suits the other player, consider rotating your captain pick. Always check the playing XI, pitch report, and toss result before locking in your captain.

Stats are updated after every IPL 2026 match. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool or check the Fantasy Leaderboard to see how top managers are building their teams.