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Angelo Mathews vs Mushfiqur Rahim — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Angelo Mathews or Mushfiqur Rahim?

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. Mushfiqur Rahim (Bangladesh) has 1,500 T20I runs at avg 19.5 in 102 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
🏏
Mushfiqur Rahim
🇧🇩 BAN · 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
🏏
Mushfiqur Rahim
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
🧤 WK🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
28
Avg Pts
55
Best FP
13.4
Pts/Cr
81
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Angelo Mathews
8 higher avg pts · 91 best fantasy score
🏏 Angelo Mathews
VS
🏏 Mushfiqur Rahim
T20I Career Overview
90Matches102
🏏 Batting
1416Runs1500
27.76Batting Avg19.48
120.51Strike Rate114.94
0Centuries0
6Half-Centuries6
50Sixes 🔴37
81*
Best Score
72*
🎳 Bowling
45Wickets0
30.87Bowling Avg—
7.13Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/16
Best Figures
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Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Angelo Mathews vs Mushfiqur Rahim — 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 MathewsMushfiqur Rahim
Matches84
Avg fantasy points3628
Best fantasy score9155
Runs18481
Strike rate119.548.5
Fours1511
Sixes40
Highest score4543
Wickets10
Economy rate8.730.00
Best spell (wkts)10
Catches01
Total dismissals01
International career — T20I
StatisticAngelo MathewsMushfiqur Rahim
Matches90102
Runs14161500
Batting average27.7619.48
Strike rate120.5114.9
Half-centuries (50+)66
Wickets450
Bowling average30.87—
Economy rate7.13—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Angelo Mathews has played 90 T20Is and Mushfiqur Rahim 102. Angelo Mathews has 1,416 runs at 27.8 (strike rate 120.5), against 1,500 at 19.5 (114.9) for Mushfiqur Rahim, so Mushfiqur Rahim has scored more. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 45 wickets at an economy of 7.13, while Mushfiqur Rahim has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Angelo Mathews has played 226 ODIs and Mushfiqur Rahim 274. Angelo Mathews has 5,916 runs at 40.2 (strike rate 82.9), against 7,795 at 36.4 (79.8) for Mushfiqur Rahim, so Mushfiqur Rahim has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 3, Mushfiqur Rahim 9. Fifties: 40 and 49. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 126 wickets at an economy of 4.63, while Mushfiqur Rahim has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Angelo Mathews has played 119 Tests and Mushfiqur Rahim 105. Angelo Mathews has 8,214 runs at 44.4 (strike rate 49.1), against 6,876 at 39.1 for Mushfiqur Rahim, so Angelo Mathews has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 16, Mushfiqur Rahim 14. Fifties: 45 and 29. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 33 wickets at an economy of 2.71, while Mushfiqur Rahim has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 22 August 2026.

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

Angelo Mathews vs Mushfiqur Rahim — 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: Mushfiqur Rahim has scored 1,500 T20I runs in 102 matches at an average of 19.48, with 6 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 Mushfiqur Rahim?

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 Mushfiqur Rahim — 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 Mushfiqur Rahim?

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 Mushfiqur Rahim?

Angelo Mathews costs 9 Cr and Mushfiqur Rahim 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 Mushfiqur Rahim won?

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

Should I pick Angelo Mathews or Mushfiqur Rahim 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 Bangladesh. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Angelo Mathews or Mushfiqur Rahim?

Mushfiqur Rahim has more T20I runs: Angelo Mathews has 1,416 in 90 matches (average 27.8) and Mushfiqur Rahim has 1,500 in 102 (average 19.5).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Angelo Mathews scores faster in T20Is: Angelo Mathews strikes at 120.5 and Mushfiqur Rahim at 114.9.

Who has more ODI runs, Angelo Mathews or Mushfiqur Rahim?

Mushfiqur Rahim has more ODI runs: Angelo Mathews has 5,916 in 226 matches (average 40.2) and Mushfiqur Rahim has 7,795 in 274 (average 36.4).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Angelo Mathews scores faster in ODIs: Angelo Mathews strikes at 82.9 and Mushfiqur Rahim at 79.8.

Who has more Test runs, Angelo Mathews or Mushfiqur Rahim?

Angelo Mathews has more Test runs: Angelo Mathews has 8,214 in 119 matches (average 44.4) and Mushfiqur Rahim has 6,876 in 105 (average 39.1).
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