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Ashleigh Gardner vs Hayley Matthews: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Ashleigh Gardner or Hayley Matthews?

Hayley Matthews has the edge on the headline numbers: Hayley Matthews leads on T20I batting (3,382 runs, avg 29.2). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Ashleigh Gardner (Australia Women) has 1,638 T20I runs at avg 25.6 in 106 matches. Hayley Matthews (West Indies Women) has 3,382 T20I runs at avg 29.2 in 127 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
💫
Ashleigh Gardner
🦘 AUSW · 10 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Hayley Matthews
🌴 WIW · 10 cr
💫
Ashleigh Gardner
🦘 Australia Women
AR🏅 2× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
75
Avg Pts
214
Best FP
160.3
Pts/Cr
381
Total Runs
21
Total Wkts
🏏
Hayley Matthews
🌴 West Indies Women
AR
10 cr
Credits
85
Avg Pts
194
Best FP
169.6
Pts/Cr
469
Total Runs
28
Total Wkts
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Hayley Matthews
10 higher avg pts · 194 best fantasy score
💫 Ashleigh Gardner
VS
🏏 Hayley Matthews
T20I Career Overview
106Matches127
🏏 Batting
1638Runs3382
25.59Batting Avg29.16
130.10Strike Rate—
0Centuries3
9Half-Centuries21
49Sixes 🔴53
93
Best Score
132
🎳 Bowling
84Wickets130
21.62Bowling Avg18.97
6.66Economy Rate—
15-Wkt Hauls0
5/12
Best Figures
4/10
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Ashleigh Gardner vs Hayley Matthews — 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
StatisticAshleigh GardnerHayley Matthews
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points7585
Best fantasy score214194
Runs381469
Strike rate148.297.3
Fours4054
Sixes128
Half-centuries (50+)31
Highest score8456
Wickets2128
Economy rate6.706.85
Best spell (wkts)44
Catches114
Total dismissals134
International career — T20I
StatisticAshleigh GardnerHayley Matthews
Matches106127
Runs16383382
Batting average25.5929.16
Strike rate130.1—
Centuries (100+)03
Half-centuries (50+)921
Wickets84130
Bowling average21.6218.97
Economy rate6.66—
Five-wicket hauls10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Ashleigh Gardner has played 106 T20Is and Hayley Matthews 127. Ashleigh Gardner has 1,638 runs at 25.6 (strike rate 130.1), against 3,382 at 29.2 for Hayley Matthews, so Hayley Matthews has scored more. Hundreds: Ashleigh Gardner 0, Hayley Matthews 3. Fifties: 9 and 21. With the ball, Ashleigh Gardner has 84 wickets at an economy of 6.66 and Hayley Matthews 130; Hayley Matthews has more wickets.

ODI. Ashleigh Gardner has played 90 ODIs and Hayley Matthews 111. Ashleigh Gardner has 1,604 runs at 31.4 (strike rate 108.1), against 3,892 at 38.2 for Hayley Matthews, so Hayley Matthews has scored more. Hundreds: Ashleigh Gardner 3, Hayley Matthews 14. Fifties: 7 and 8. With the ball, Ashleigh Gardner has 119 wickets at an economy of 4.29 and Hayley Matthews 142; Hayley Matthews has more wickets.

International numbers up to 15 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
💫 Ashleigh Gardner
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Hayley Matthews
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Hayley Matthews
85 avg pts · 194 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 💫 Ashleigh Gardner
Captaining Hayley Matthews gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

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Ashleigh Gardner

Two-time Belinda Clark medallist and a Sydney Sixers match-winner

1 Nov 2026: Sydney Sixers play Hobart Hurricanes at Drummoyne Oval.

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Ashleigh Gardner vs Hayley Matthews — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Ashleigh Gardner has scored 1,638 T20I runs in 106 matches at an average of 25.59, with 9 half-centuries. She has also taken 84 T20I wickets at an average of 21.62 with an economy of 6.66.

T20I career: Hayley Matthews has scored 3,382 T20I runs in 127 matches at an average of 29.16, with 3 centuries. She has also taken 130 T20I wickets at an average of 18.97.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Hayley Matthews is the stronger pick with an average of 85 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 — Ashleigh Gardner or Hayley Matthews?

Based on recent data, Hayley Matthews has the edge with a higher average of 85 fantasy points per game. Hayley Matthews leads in runs scored (469 runs). Overall Hayley Matthews is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Ashleigh Gardner vs Hayley Matthews — who is a better fantasy captain?

Hayley Matthews is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 85 pts per game with a best score of 214 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 — Ashleigh Gardner or Hayley Matthews?

Ashleigh Gardner has the superior batting strike rate this season (148.2), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Ashleigh Gardner and Hayley Matthews?

Ashleigh Gardner costs 10 Cr and Hayley Matthews costs 10 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 Ashleigh Gardner and Hayley Matthews won?

Ashleigh Gardner has won 2 Man of the Match awards and Hayley Matthews has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Ashleigh Gardner or Hayley Matthews in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Hayley Matthews is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Australia Women are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for West Indies Women. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Ashleigh Gardner or Hayley Matthews?

Hayley Matthews has more T20I runs: Ashleigh Gardner has 1,638 in 106 matches (average 25.6) and Hayley Matthews has 3,382 in 127 (average 29.2).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Ashleigh Gardner or Hayley Matthews?

Hayley Matthews has more T20I wickets: Ashleigh Gardner has 84 at an average of 21.6 and Hayley Matthews has 130 at 19.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Ashleigh Gardner or Hayley Matthews?

Hayley Matthews has more ODI runs: Ashleigh Gardner has 1,604 in 90 matches (average 31.4) and Hayley Matthews has 3,892 in 111 (average 38.2).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Ashleigh Gardner or Hayley Matthews?

Hayley Matthews has more ODI wickets: Ashleigh Gardner has 119 at an average of 22.4 and Hayley Matthews has 142 at 24.1.
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