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Arshdeep Singh vs Joe Root — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Arshdeep Singh or Joe Root?

Joe Root has the edge on the headline numbers: Joe Root leads on T20I batting (893 runs, avg 35.7). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Arshdeep Singh (India) has 101 T20I runs at avg 6.3 in 86 matches. Joe Root (England) has 893 T20I runs at avg 35.7 in 32 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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Arshdeep Singh
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Joe Root
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 9.5 cr
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Arshdeep Singh
🇮🇳 India
BOWL🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
54
Avg Pts
125
Best FP
111.8
Pts/Cr
45
Total Runs
28
Total Wkts
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Joe Root
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
BAT🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
63
Avg Pts
163
Best FP
103.5
Pts/Cr
847
Total Runs
2
Total Wkts
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Joe Root
9 higher avg pts · 163 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM
🏏 Arshdeep Singh
VS
🏏 Joe Root
T20I Career Overview
86Matches32
🏏 Batting
101Runs893
6.31Batting Avg35.72
99.02Strike Rate126.31
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries5
3Sixes 🔴16
12
Best Score
90*
🎳 Bowling
129Wickets6
20.13Bowling Avg23.17
8.63Economy Rate9.93
15-Wkt Hauls0
5/51
Best Figures
2/9
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Arshdeep Singh vs Joe Root — 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 SinghJoe Root
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5463
Best fantasy score125163
Runs45847
Strike rate121.679.5
Fours390
Sixes14
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score15123
Wickets282
Economy rate7.955.61
Best spell (wkts)31
Catches69
Total dismissals710
International career — T20I
StatisticArshdeep SinghJoe Root
Matches8632
Runs101893
Batting average6.3135.72
Strike rate99.0126.3
Half-centuries (50+)05
Wickets1296
Bowling average20.1323.17
Economy rate8.639.93
Five-wicket hauls10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Arshdeep Singh has played 86 T20Is and Joe Root 32. Arshdeep Singh has 101 runs at 6.3 (strike rate 99.0), against 893 at 35.7 (126.3) for Joe Root, so Joe Root has scored more. With the ball, Arshdeep Singh has 129 wickets at an economy of 8.63 and Joe Root 6 at 9.93; Arshdeep Singh has more wickets.

ODI. Arshdeep Singh has played 16 ODIs and Joe Root 195. Arshdeep Singh has 71 runs at 10.1 (strike rate 122.4), against 7,903 at 50.7 for Joe Root, so Joe Root has scored more. Hundreds: Arshdeep Singh 0, Joe Root 20. Fifties: 0 and 48. With the ball, Arshdeep Singh has 25 wickets at an economy of 5.53 and Joe Root 31 at 5.91; Joe Root has more wickets while Arshdeep Singh is more economical.

International numbers up to 27 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Arshdeep Singh
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
🏏 Joe Root
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Joe Root
63 avg pts · 163 best · 2 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Arshdeep Singh
Captaining Joe Root gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Arshdeep Singh vs Joe Root — 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: Joe Root has scored 893 T20I runs in 32 matches at an average of 35.72, with 5 half-centuries. He has also taken 6 T20I wickets at an average of 23.17 with an economy of 9.93.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Joe Root is the stronger pick with an average of 63 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 Joe Root?

Based on recent data, Joe Root has the edge with a higher average of 63 fantasy points per game. Joe Root leads in runs scored (847 runs). Overall Joe Root is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Arshdeep Singh vs Joe Root — who is a better fantasy captain?

Joe Root is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 63 pts per game with a best score of 163 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 Joe Root?

Arshdeep Singh has the superior batting strike rate this season (121.6), 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 Joe Root?

Arshdeep Singh costs 9 Cr and Joe Root costs 9.5 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 Joe Root won?

Arshdeep Singh has won 1 Man of the Match award and Joe Root has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Arshdeep Singh or Joe Root in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Joe Root 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 England. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Arshdeep Singh or Joe Root?

Joe Root has more T20I runs: Arshdeep Singh has 101 in 86 matches (average 6.3) and Joe Root has 893 in 32 (average 35.7).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Arshdeep Singh or Joe Root?

Arshdeep Singh has more T20I wickets: Arshdeep Singh has 129 at an average of 20.1 and Joe Root has 6 at 23.2.

Who has more ODI runs, Arshdeep Singh or Joe Root?

Joe Root has more ODI runs: Arshdeep Singh has 71 in 16 matches (average 10.1) and Joe Root has 7,903 in 195 (average 50.7).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Arshdeep Singh or Joe Root?

Joe Root has more ODI wickets: Arshdeep Singh has 25 at an average of 27.3 and Joe Root has 31 at 54.1.
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