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Angelo Mathews vs Sikandar Raza: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Angelo Mathews or Sikandar Raza?

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. Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe) has 2,740 T20I runs at avg 25.6 in 123 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
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 ZIM · 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
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
79
Avg Pts
221
Best FP
206.2
Pts/Cr
648
Total Runs
15
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Sikandar Raza
43 higher avg pts · 221 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Angelo Mathews
VS
🏏 Sikandar Raza
T20I Career Overview
90Matches123
🏏 Batting
1416Runs2740
27.76Batting Avg25.61
120.51Strike Rate136.32
0Centuries1
6Half-Centuries15
50Sixes 🔴136
81*
Best Score
133*
🎳 Bowling
45Wickets103
30.87Bowling Avg24.06
7.13Economy Rate7.08
05-Wkt Hauls1
3/16
Best Figures
5/18
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Angelo Mathews vs Sikandar Raza · 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 MathewsSikandar Raza
Matches820
Avg fantasy points3679
Best fantasy score91221
Runs184648
Strike rate119.599.5
Fours1545
Sixes424
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score45106
Wickets115
Economy rate8.736.67
Best spell (wkts)12
Catches014
Total dismissals016
International career · T20I
StatisticAngelo MathewsSikandar Raza
Matches90123
Runs14162740
Batting average27.7625.61
Strike rate120.5136.3
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)615
Wickets45103
Bowling average30.8724.06
Economy rate7.137.08
Five-wicket hauls01

📋 Format by format

T20I. Angelo Mathews has played 90 T20Is and Sikandar Raza 123. Angelo Mathews has 1,416 runs at 27.8 (strike rate 120.5), against 2,740 at 25.6 (136.3) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 0, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 6 and 15. With the ball, Angelo Mathews has 45 wickets at an economy of 7.13 and Sikandar Raza 103 at 7.08; Sikandar Raza has more wickets.

ODI. Angelo Mathews has played 226 ODIs and Sikandar Raza 128. Angelo Mathews has 5,916 runs at 40.2 (strike rate 82.9), against 3,707 at 36.7 (87.8) for Sikandar Raza, so Angelo Mathews has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 3, Sikandar Raza 6. Fifties: 40 and 20. With the ball, Angelo Mathews has 126 wickets at an economy of 4.63 and Sikandar Raza 76 at 4.96; Angelo Mathews has more wickets.

Test. Angelo Mathews has played 119 Tests and Sikandar Raza 18. Angelo Mathews has 8,214 runs at 44.4 (strike rate 49.1), against 1,120 at 31.1 (54.6) for Sikandar Raza, so Angelo Mathews has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 16, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 45 and 8. With the ball, Angelo Mathews has 33 wickets at an economy of 2.71 and Sikandar Raza 34 at 3.30; Sikandar Raza has more wickets while Angelo Mathews is more economical.

International numbers up to 1 September 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Angelo Mathews
✓ Higher strike rate
🏏 Sikandar Raza
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Sikandar Raza
79 avg pts · 221 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Angelo Mathews
Captaining Sikandar Raza gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Angelo Mathews vs Sikandar Raza · 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: Sikandar Raza has scored 2,740 T20I runs in 123 matches at an average of 25.61, with 1 century. He has also taken 103 T20I wickets at an average of 24.06 with an economy of 7.08.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Sikandar Raza is the stronger pick with an average of 79 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 Sikandar Raza?

Based on recent data, Sikandar Raza has the edge with a higher average of 79 fantasy points per game. Sikandar Raza leads in runs scored (648 runs). Overall Sikandar Raza is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Angelo Mathews vs Sikandar Raza: who is a better fantasy captain?

Sikandar Raza is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 79 pts per game with a best score of 221 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 Sikandar Raza?

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 Sikandar Raza?

Angelo Mathews costs 9 Cr and Sikandar Raza 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 Sikandar Raza won?

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

Should I pick Angelo Mathews or Sikandar Raza in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Sikandar Raza 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 Zimbabwe. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Angelo Mathews or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more T20I runs: Angelo Mathews has 1,416 in 90 matches (average 27.8) and Sikandar Raza has 2,740 in 123 (average 25.6).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Sikandar Raza scores faster in T20Is: Angelo Mathews strikes at 120.5 and Sikandar Raza at 136.3.

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Angelo Mathews or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more T20I wickets: Angelo Mathews has 45 at an average of 30.9 and Sikandar Raza has 103 at 24.1.

Who has more ODI runs, Angelo Mathews or Sikandar Raza?

Angelo Mathews has more ODI runs: Angelo Mathews has 5,916 in 226 matches (average 40.2) and Sikandar Raza has 3,707 in 128 (average 36.7).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Sikandar Raza scores faster in ODIs: Angelo Mathews strikes at 82.9 and Sikandar Raza at 87.8.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Angelo Mathews or Sikandar Raza?

Angelo Mathews has more ODI wickets: Angelo Mathews has 126 at an average of 32.6 and Sikandar Raza has 76 at 46.3.
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