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Angelo Mathews vs MS Dhoni — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Angelo Mathews or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has the edge on the headline numbers: MS Dhoni leads on T20I batting (1,617 runs, avg 37.6). 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. MS Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings) has 1,617 T20I runs at avg 37.6 in 98 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
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Angelo Mathews
🇱🇰 SL · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
MS Dhoni
🦁 CSK · 10 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
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MS Dhoni
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
🧤 WK
10 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
🏏 Angelo Mathews
36 higher avg pts · 91 best fantasy score
🏏 Angelo Mathews
VS
🏏 MS Dhoni
T20I Career Overview
90Matches98
🏏 Batting
1416Runs1617
27.76Batting Avg37.60
120.51Strike Rate126.13
0Centuries0
6Half-Centuries2
50Sixes 🔴52
81*
Best Score
56
🎳 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 MS Dhoni — 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 MathewsMS Dhoni
Matches80
Avg fantasy points360
Best fantasy score910
Runs1840
Strike rate119.50.0
Fours150
Sixes40
Highest score450
Wickets10
Economy rate8.730.00
Best spell (wkts)10
International career — T20I
StatisticAngelo MathewsMS Dhoni
Matches9098
Runs14161617
Batting average27.7637.60
Strike rate120.5126.1
Half-centuries (50+)62
Wickets450
Bowling average30.87—
Economy rate7.13—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Angelo Mathews has played 90 T20Is and MS Dhoni 98. Angelo Mathews has 1,416 runs at 27.8 (strike rate 120.5), against 1,617 at 37.6 (126.1) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 45 wickets at an economy of 7.13, while MS Dhoni has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Angelo Mathews has played 226 ODIs and MS Dhoni 350. Angelo Mathews has 5,916 runs at 40.2 (strike rate 82.9), against 10,773 at 50.6 (87.6) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 3, MS Dhoni 10. Fifties: 40 and 73. With the ball, Angelo Mathews has 126 wickets at an economy of 4.63 and MS Dhoni 1 at 5.17; Angelo Mathews has more wickets.

Test. Angelo Mathews has played 119 Tests and MS Dhoni 90. Angelo Mathews has 8,214 runs at 44.4 (strike rate 49.1), against 4,876 at 38.1 (59.1) for MS Dhoni, so Angelo Mathews has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 16, MS Dhoni 6. Fifties: 45 and 33. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 33 wickets at an economy of 2.71, while MS Dhoni has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 17 June 2025.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Angelo Mathews
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 MS Dhoni
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Angelo Mathews
36 avg pts · 91 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 MS Dhoni
Captaining Angelo Mathews gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Angelo Mathews vs MS Dhoni — 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: MS Dhoni has scored 1,617 T20I runs in 98 matches at an average of 37.60, with 2 half-centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Angelo Mathews is the stronger pick with an average of 36 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 MS Dhoni?

Based on recent data, Angelo Mathews has the edge with a higher average of 36 fantasy points per game. Angelo Mathews leads in runs scored (184 runs). Overall Angelo Mathews is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Angelo Mathews vs MS Dhoni — who is a better fantasy captain?

Angelo Mathews is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 36 pts per game with a best score of 91 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 MS Dhoni?

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 MS Dhoni?

Angelo Mathews costs 9 Cr and MS Dhoni costs 10 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 MS Dhoni won?

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

Should I pick Angelo Mathews or MS Dhoni in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Angelo Mathews 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 Chennai Super Kings. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Angelo Mathews or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more T20I runs: Angelo Mathews has 1,416 in 90 matches (average 27.8) and MS Dhoni has 1,617 in 98 (average 37.6).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

MS Dhoni scores faster in T20Is: Angelo Mathews strikes at 120.5 and MS Dhoni at 126.1.

Who has more ODI runs, Angelo Mathews or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more ODI runs: Angelo Mathews has 5,916 in 226 matches (average 40.2) and MS Dhoni has 10,773 in 350 (average 50.6).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

MS Dhoni scores faster in ODIs: Angelo Mathews strikes at 82.9 and MS Dhoni at 87.6.

Who has more Test runs, Angelo Mathews or MS Dhoni?

Angelo Mathews has more Test runs: Angelo Mathews has 8,214 in 119 matches (average 44.4) and MS Dhoni has 4,876 in 90 (average 38.1).
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