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Arshdeep Singh vs Asitha Fernando: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Arshdeep Singh or Asitha Fernando?

Arshdeep Singh has the edge on the headline numbers: Arshdeep Singh leads on T20I bowling (129 wickets, avg 20.1). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Arshdeep Singh (India) has 101 T20I runs at avg 6.3 in 86 matches. Asitha Fernando (Sri Lanka) has 11 T20I runs in 7 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

Full season · batting · bowling · fielding · MOTM · form

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Arshdeep Singh
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Asitha Fernando
🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 cr
🏏
Arshdeep Singh
🇮🇳 India
BOWL🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
47
Avg Pts
129
Best FP
193.8
Pts/Cr
52
Total Runs
23
Total Wkts
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Asitha Fernando
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
56
Avg Pts
179
Best FP
162.5
Pts/Cr
23
Total Runs
33
Total Wkts
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Asitha Fernando
9 higher avg pts · 179 best fantasy score
🏏 Arshdeep Singh
VS
🏏 Asitha Fernando
T20I Career Overview
86Matches7
🏏 Batting
101Runs11
6.31Batting Avg—
99.02Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries0
3Sixes 🔴0
12
Best Score
10*
🎳 Bowling
129Wickets4
20.13Bowling Avg0.00
8.63Economy Rate—
15-Wkt Hauls0
5/51
Best Figures
1/11
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Arshdeep Singh vs Asitha Fernando · 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
StatisticArshdeep SinghAsitha Fernando
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points4756
Best fantasy score129179
Runs5223
Strike rate140.533.3
Fours43
Sixes20
Highest score157
Wickets2333
Economy rate8.255.84
Best spell (wkts)46
Catches56
Total dismissals77
International career · T20I
StatisticArshdeep SinghAsitha Fernando
Matches867
Runs10111
Batting average6.31—
Strike rate99.0—
Wickets1294
Bowling average20.130.00
Economy rate8.63—
Five-wicket hauls10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Arshdeep Singh has played 86 T20Is and Asitha Fernando 7. Arshdeep Singh has 101 runs at 6.3 (strike rate 99.0), against 11 for Asitha Fernando, so Arshdeep Singh has scored more. With the ball, Arshdeep Singh has 129 wickets at an economy of 8.63 and Asitha Fernando 4; Arshdeep Singh has more wickets.

ODI. Arshdeep Singh has played 16 ODIs and Asitha Fernando 31. Arshdeep Singh has 71 runs at 10.1 (strike rate 122.4), against 7 for Asitha Fernando, so Arshdeep Singh has scored more. With the ball, Arshdeep Singh has 25 wickets at an economy of 5.53 and Asitha Fernando 39; Asitha Fernando has more wickets.

International numbers up to 15 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Arshdeep Singh
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Asitha Fernando
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Asitha Fernando
56 avg pts · 179 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Arshdeep Singh
Captaining Asitha Fernando gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

Did you know: Arshdeep Singh

  • He bowled a maiden over on his T20I debut against England in July 2022, the third Indian to do so.
  • He is the first Indian bowler to take 100 wickets in T20 Internationals.
  • He was the joint-highest wicket-taker at the 2024 T20 World Cup and won the 2026 edition too.
  • He won the 2018 Under-19 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy with India.
Full Arshdeep Singh profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Arshdeep Singh and Asitha Fernando

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  1. 1. What did Arshdeep do on his T20I debut in 2022?
  2. 2. Which milestone did Arshdeep reach first among Indian bowlers?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Arshdeep Singh vs Asitha Fernando · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Arshdeep Singh has scored 101 T20I runs in 86 matches at an average of 6.31. He has also taken 129 T20I wickets at an average of 20.13 with an economy of 8.63.

T20I career: He has also taken 4 T20I wickets.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Asitha Fernando is the stronger pick with an average of 56 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, Arshdeep Singh or Asitha Fernando?

Based on recent data, Asitha Fernando has the edge with a higher average of 56 fantasy points per game. Arshdeep Singh leads in runs scored (52 runs). Overall Asitha Fernando is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Arshdeep Singh vs Asitha Fernando: who is a better fantasy captain?

Asitha Fernando is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 56 pts per game with a best score of 179 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, Arshdeep Singh or Asitha Fernando?

Arshdeep Singh has the superior batting strike rate this season (140.5), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Arshdeep Singh and Asitha Fernando?

Arshdeep Singh costs 9 Cr and Asitha Fernando 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 Arshdeep Singh and Asitha Fernando won?

Arshdeep Singh has won 1 Man of the Match award and Asitha Fernando has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Arshdeep Singh or Asitha Fernando in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Asitha Fernando is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if India are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Sri Lanka. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Arshdeep Singh or Asitha Fernando?

Arshdeep Singh has more T20I runs: Arshdeep Singh has 101 in 86 matches (average 6.3) and Asitha Fernando has 11 in 7.

Who has more ODI runs, Arshdeep Singh or Asitha Fernando?

Arshdeep Singh has more ODI runs: Arshdeep Singh has 71 in 16 matches (average 10.1) and Asitha Fernando has 7 in 31.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Arshdeep Singh or Asitha Fernando?

Asitha Fernando has more ODI wickets: Arshdeep Singh has 25 at an average of 27.3 and Asitha Fernando has 39 at 32.0.
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