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Angelo Mathews vs Ryan Rickelton — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Angelo Mathews or Ryan Rickelton?

Ryan Rickelton has the edge on the headline numbers: Ryan Rickelton leads on T20I batting (741 runs, avg 28.5). 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. Ryan Rickelton (Mumbai Indians) has 741 T20I runs at avg 28.5 in 29 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
🏏
Ryan Rickelton
🔵 MI · 9 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
🏏
Ryan Rickelton
🔵 Mumbai Indians
🧤 WK🌏 OS🏅 3× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
72
Avg Pts
217
Best FP
172.9
Pts/Cr
756
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
🏏 Ryan Rickelton
36 higher avg pts · 217 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Angelo Mathews
VS
🏏 Ryan Rickelton
T20I Career Overview
90Matches29
🏏 Batting
1416Runs741
27.76Batting Avg28.50
120.51Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
6Half-Centuries4
50Sixes 🔴38
81*
Best Score
77*
🎳 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 Ryan Rickelton — 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 MathewsRyan Rickelton
Matches820
Avg fantasy points3672
Best fantasy score91217
Runs184756
Strike rate119.5161.2
Fours1558
Sixes451
Half-centuries (50+)05
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score45123
Wickets10
Economy rate8.730.00
Best spell (wkts)10
Catches011
Total dismissals012
International career — T20I
StatisticAngelo MathewsRyan Rickelton
Matches9029
Runs1416741
Batting average27.7628.50
Strike rate120.5—
Half-centuries (50+)64
Wickets450
Bowling average30.87—
Economy rate7.13—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Angelo Mathews has played 90 T20Is and Ryan Rickelton 29. Angelo Mathews has 1,416 runs at 27.8 (strike rate 120.5), against 741 at 28.5 for Ryan Rickelton, so Angelo Mathews has scored more. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 45 wickets at an economy of 7.13, while Ryan Rickelton has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Angelo Mathews has played 226 ODIs and Ryan Rickelton 19. Angelo Mathews has 5,916 runs at 40.2 (strike rate 82.9), against 552 at 32.5 for Ryan Rickelton, so Angelo Mathews has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 3, Ryan Rickelton 1. Fifties: 40 and 2. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 126 wickets at an economy of 4.63, while Ryan Rickelton has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Angelo Mathews has played 119 Tests and Ryan Rickelton 15. Angelo Mathews has 8,214 runs at 44.4 (strike rate 49.1), against 897 at 37.4 (52.9) for Ryan Rickelton, so Angelo Mathews has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 16, Ryan Rickelton 2. Fifties: 45 and 1. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 33 wickets at an economy of 2.71, while Ryan Rickelton has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 4 March 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Angelo Mathews
✓ More wickets
🏏 Ryan Rickelton
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Ryan Rickelton
72 avg pts · 217 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Angelo Mathews
Captaining Ryan Rickelton gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Angelo Mathews vs Ryan Rickelton — 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: Ryan Rickelton has scored 741 T20I runs in 29 matches at an average of 28.50, with 4 half-centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Ryan Rickelton is the stronger pick with an average of 72 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 Ryan Rickelton?

Based on recent data, Ryan Rickelton has the edge with a higher average of 72 fantasy points per game. Ryan Rickelton leads in runs scored (756 runs). Overall Ryan Rickelton is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Angelo Mathews vs Ryan Rickelton — who is a better fantasy captain?

Ryan Rickelton is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 72 pts per game with a best score of 217 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 Ryan Rickelton?

Ryan Rickelton has the superior batting strike rate this season (161.2), 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 Ryan Rickelton?

Angelo Mathews costs 9 Cr and Ryan Rickelton costs 9 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 Ryan Rickelton won?

Angelo Mathews has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Ryan Rickelton has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Angelo Mathews or Ryan Rickelton in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Ryan Rickelton 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 Mumbai Indians. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Angelo Mathews or Ryan Rickelton?

Angelo Mathews has more T20I runs: Angelo Mathews has 1,416 in 90 matches (average 27.8) and Ryan Rickelton has 741 in 29 (average 28.5).

Who has more ODI runs, Angelo Mathews or Ryan Rickelton?

Angelo Mathews has more ODI runs: Angelo Mathews has 5,916 in 226 matches (average 40.2) and Ryan Rickelton has 552 in 19 (average 32.5).

Who has more Test runs, Angelo Mathews or Ryan Rickelton?

Angelo Mathews has more Test runs: Angelo Mathews has 8,214 in 119 matches (average 44.4) and Ryan Rickelton has 897 in 15 (average 37.4).
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