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Angelo Mathews vs Tilak Varma — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Angelo Mathews or Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the edge on the headline numbers: Tilak Varma leads on T20I batting (1,619 runs, avg 45.0). 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. Tilak Varma (India) has 1,619 T20I runs at avg 45.0 in 57 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
🏏
Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 IND · 8 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
🏏
Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
8 cr
Credits
45
Avg Pts
141
Best FP
167.3
Pts/Cr
388
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Tilak Varma
9 higher avg pts · 141 best fantasy score
🏏 Angelo Mathews
VS
🏏 Tilak Varma
T20I Career Overview
90Matches57
🏏 Batting
1416Runs1619
27.76Batting Avg44.97
120.51Strike Rate145.72
0Centuries2
6Half-Centuries9
50Sixes 🔴82
81*
Best Score
120*
🎳 Bowling
45Wickets5
30.87Bowling Avg12.80
7.13Economy Rate6.10
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/16
Best Figures
1/1
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Angelo Mathews vs Tilak Varma — 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 MathewsTilak Varma
Matches820
Avg fantasy points3645
Best fantasy score91141
Runs184388
Strike rate119.5147.5
Fours1527
Sixes418
Half-centuries (50+)04
Highest score4560
Wickets11
Economy rate8.739.00
Best spell (wkts)11
Catches015
Total dismissals018
International career — T20I
StatisticAngelo MathewsTilak Varma
Matches9057
Runs14161619
Batting average27.7644.97
Strike rate120.5145.7
Centuries (100+)02
Half-centuries (50+)69
Wickets455
Bowling average30.8712.80
Economy rate7.136.10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Angelo Mathews has played 90 T20Is and Tilak Varma 57. Angelo Mathews has 1,416 runs at 27.8 (strike rate 120.5), against 1,619 at 45.0 (145.7) for Tilak Varma, so Tilak Varma has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 0, Tilak Varma 2. Fifties: 6 and 9. With the ball, Angelo Mathews has 45 wickets at an economy of 7.13 and Tilak Varma 5 at 6.10; Angelo Mathews has more wickets while Tilak Varma is more economical.

ODI. Angelo Mathews has played 226 ODIs and Tilak Varma 5. Angelo Mathews has 5,916 runs at 40.2 (strike rate 82.9), against 68 at 22.7 (57.1) for Tilak Varma, so Angelo Mathews has scored more. Hundreds: Angelo Mathews 3, Tilak Varma 0. Fifties: 40 and 1. Angelo Mathews also bowls: 126 wickets at an economy of 4.63, while Tilak Varma has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 26 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Angelo Mathews
✓ Better economy rate
🏏 Tilak Varma
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Tilak Varma
45 avg pts · 141 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Angelo Mathews
Captaining Tilak Varma gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Angelo Mathews vs Tilak Varma — 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: Tilak Varma has scored 1,619 T20I runs in 57 matches at an average of 44.97, with 2 centuries. He has also taken 5 T20I wickets at an average of 12.80 with an economy of 6.10.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Tilak Varma is the stronger pick with an average of 45 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 Tilak Varma?

Based on recent data, Tilak Varma has the edge with a higher average of 45 fantasy points per game. Tilak Varma leads in runs scored (388 runs). Overall Tilak Varma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Angelo Mathews vs Tilak Varma — who is a better fantasy captain?

Tilak Varma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 45 pts per game with a best score of 141 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 Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the superior batting strike rate this season (147.5), 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 Tilak Varma?

Angelo Mathews costs 9 Cr and Tilak Varma costs 8 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 Tilak Varma won?

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

Should I pick Angelo Mathews or Tilak Varma in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Tilak Varma 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 Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has more T20I runs: Angelo Mathews has 1,416 in 90 matches (average 27.8) and Tilak Varma has 1,619 in 57 (average 45.0).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Tilak Varma scores faster in T20Is: Angelo Mathews strikes at 120.5 and Tilak Varma at 145.7.

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Angelo Mathews or Tilak Varma?

Angelo Mathews has more T20I wickets: Angelo Mathews has 45 at an average of 30.9 and Tilak Varma has 5 at 12.8.

Who has more ODI runs, Angelo Mathews or Tilak Varma?

Angelo Mathews has more ODI runs: Angelo Mathews has 5,916 in 226 matches (average 40.2) and Tilak Varma has 68 in 5 (average 22.7).
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