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Angelo Mathews vs Shreyas Iyer — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Angelo Mathews or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has the edge on the headline numbers: Shreyas Iyer leads on T20I batting (1,615 runs, avg 33.0). 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. Shreyas Iyer (India) has 1,615 T20I runs at avg 33.0 in 68 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
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 IND · 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
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
53
Avg Pts
200
Best FP
198.8
Pts/Cr
636
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
17 higher avg pts · 200 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Angelo Mathews
VS
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
T20I Career Overview
90Matches68
🏏 Batting
1416Runs1615
27.76Batting Avg32.96
120.51Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
6Half-Centuries10
50Sixes 🔴51
81*
Best Score
102*
🎳 Bowling
45Wickets0
30.87Bowling Avg—
7.13Economy Rate6.00
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/16
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Angelo Mathews vs Shreyas Iyer — 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 MathewsShreyas Iyer
Matches820
Avg fantasy points3653
Best fantasy score91200
Runs184636
Strike rate119.5133.9
Fours1553
Sixes421
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score45102
Wickets10
Economy rate8.730.00
Best spell (wkts)10
Catches06
Total dismissals08
International career — T20I
StatisticAngelo MathewsShreyas Iyer
Matches9068
Runs14161615
Batting average27.7632.96
Strike rate120.5—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)610
Wickets450
Bowling average30.87—
Economy rate7.136.00

📋 Format by format

T20I. Angelo Mathews has played 90 T20Is and Shreyas Iyer 68. Angelo Mathews has 1,416 runs at 27.8 (strike rate 120.5), against 1,615 at 33.0 for Shreyas Iyer, so Shreyas Iyer has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 0, Shreyas Iyer 1. Fifties: 6 and 10. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 45 wickets at an economy of 7.13, while Shreyas Iyer has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Angelo Mathews has played 226 ODIs and Shreyas Iyer 82. Angelo Mathews has 5,916 runs at 40.2 (strike rate 82.9), against 3,136 at 45.5 for Shreyas Iyer, so Angelo Mathews has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 3, Shreyas Iyer 5. Fifties: 40 and 24. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 126 wickets at an economy of 4.63, while Shreyas Iyer has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Angelo Mathews has played 119 Tests and Shreyas Iyer 14. Angelo Mathews has 8,214 runs at 44.4 (strike rate 49.1), against 811 at 36.9 (63.0) for Shreyas Iyer, so Angelo Mathews has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 16, Shreyas Iyer 1. Fifties: 45 and 5. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 33 wickets at an economy of 2.71, while Shreyas Iyer has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 26 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Angelo Mathews
✓ More wickets
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shreyas Iyer
53 avg pts · 200 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Angelo Mathews
Captaining Shreyas Iyer gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Angelo Mathews vs Shreyas Iyer — 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: Shreyas Iyer has scored 1,615 T20I runs in 68 matches at an average of 32.96, with 1 century.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shreyas Iyer is the stronger pick with an average of 53 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 Shreyas Iyer?

Based on recent data, Shreyas Iyer has the edge with a higher average of 53 fantasy points per game. Shreyas Iyer leads in runs scored (636 runs). Overall Shreyas Iyer is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Angelo Mathews vs Shreyas Iyer — who is a better fantasy captain?

Shreyas Iyer is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 53 pts per game with a best score of 200 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 Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has the superior batting strike rate this season (133.9), 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 Shreyas Iyer?

Angelo Mathews costs 9 Cr and Shreyas Iyer 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 Shreyas Iyer won?

Angelo Mathews has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Shreyas Iyer has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Angelo Mathews or Shreyas Iyer in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shreyas Iyer 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 India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Angelo Mathews or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has more T20I runs: Angelo Mathews has 1,416 in 90 matches (average 27.8) and Shreyas Iyer has 1,615 in 68 (average 33.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Angelo Mathews or Shreyas Iyer?

Angelo Mathews has more ODI runs: Angelo Mathews has 5,916 in 226 matches (average 40.2) and Shreyas Iyer has 3,136 in 82 (average 45.5).

Who has more Test runs, Angelo Mathews or Shreyas Iyer?

Angelo Mathews has more Test runs: Angelo Mathews has 8,214 in 119 matches (average 44.4) and Shreyas Iyer has 811 in 14 (average 36.9).
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