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Ashleigh Gardner vs Shafali Verma — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Ashleigh Gardner or Shafali Verma?

Shafali Verma has the edge on the headline numbers: Shafali Verma leads on T20I batting (3,174 runs, avg 28.9). 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. Shafali Verma (India Women) has 3,174 T20I runs at avg 28.9 in 124 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
🏏
Shafali Verma
🇮🇳 INDW · 8.5 cr
💫
Ashleigh Gardner
🦘 Australia Women
AR🏅 1× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
71
Avg Pts
189
Best FP
135.6
Pts/Cr
275
Total Runs
21
Total Wkts
🏏
Shafali Verma
🇮🇳 India Women
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
88
Avg Pts
204
Best FP
144.7
Pts/Cr
483
Total Runs
7
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Shafali Verma
17 higher avg pts · 204 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
💫 Ashleigh Gardner
VS
🏏 Shafali Verma
T20I Career Overview
106Matches124
🏏 Batting
1638Runs3174
25.59Batting Avg28.85
130.10Strike Rate137.82
0Centuries0
9Half-Centuries20
49Sixes 🔴101
93
Best Score
88
🎳 Bowling
84Wickets16
21.62Bowling Avg22.69
6.66Economy Rate6.56
15-Wkt Hauls0
5/12
Best Figures
3/15
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Ashleigh Gardner vs Shafali Verma — 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 GardnerShafali Verma
Matches1914
Avg fantasy points7188
Best fantasy score189204
Runs275483
Strike rate139.6142.9
Fours2967
Sixes716
Half-centuries (50+)25
Highest score5868
Wickets217
Economy rate6.465.85
Best spell (wkts)43
Catches149
Total dismissals169
International career — T20I
StatisticAshleigh GardnerShafali Verma
Matches106124
Runs16383174
Batting average25.5928.85
Strike rate130.1137.8
Half-centuries (50+)920
Wickets8416
Bowling average21.6222.69
Economy rate6.666.56
Five-wicket hauls10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Ashleigh Gardner has played 106 T20Is and Shafali Verma 124. Ashleigh Gardner has 1,638 runs at 25.6 (strike rate 130.1), against 3,174 at 28.9 (137.8) for Shafali Verma, so Shafali Verma has scored more. With the ball, Ashleigh Gardner has 84 wickets at an economy of 6.66 and Shafali Verma 16 at 6.56; Ashleigh Gardner has more wickets while Shafali Verma is more economical.

ODI. Ashleigh Gardner has played 90 ODIs and Shafali Verma 62. Ashleigh Gardner has 1,604 runs at 31.4 (strike rate 108.1), against 880 at 20.0 (80.8) for Shafali Verma, so Ashleigh Gardner has scored more. Hundreds: Ashleigh Gardner 3, Shafali Verma 0. Fifties: 7 and 5. With the ball, Ashleigh Gardner has 119 wickets at an economy of 4.29 and Shafali Verma 3 at 5.27; Ashleigh Gardner has more wickets.

Test. Ashleigh Gardner has played 8 Tests and Shafali Verma 7. Ashleigh Gardner has 326 runs at 29.6 (strike rate 57.8), against 640 at 49.2 (73.1) for Shafali Verma, so Shafali Verma has scored more. Hundreds: Ashleigh Gardner 0, Shafali Verma 1. Fifties: 3 and 3. With the ball, Ashleigh Gardner has 31 wickets at an economy of 2.53 and Shafali Verma 2 at 2.22; Ashleigh Gardner has more wickets while Shafali Verma is more economical.

International numbers up to 30 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
💫 Ashleigh Gardner
✓ More wickets
🏏 Shafali Verma
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shafali Verma
88 avg pts · 204 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 💫 Ashleigh Gardner
Captaining Shafali Verma gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Ashleigh Gardner vs Shafali Verma — 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: Shafali Verma has scored 3,174 T20I runs in 124 matches at an average of 28.85, with 20 half-centuries. She has also taken 16 T20I wickets at an average of 22.69 with an economy of 6.56.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shafali Verma is the stronger pick with an average of 88 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 Shafali Verma?

Based on recent data, Shafali Verma has the edge with a higher average of 88 fantasy points per game. Shafali Verma leads in runs scored (483 runs). Overall Shafali Verma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Ashleigh Gardner vs Shafali Verma — who is a better fantasy captain?

Shafali Verma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 88 pts per game with a best score of 204 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 Shafali Verma?

Shafali Verma has the superior batting strike rate this season (142.9), 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 Shafali Verma?

Ashleigh Gardner costs 10 Cr and Shafali Verma 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 Ashleigh Gardner and Shafali Verma won?

Ashleigh Gardner has won 1 Man of the Match award and Shafali Verma has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Ashleigh Gardner or Shafali Verma in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shafali Verma 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 India Women. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Ashleigh Gardner or Shafali Verma?

Shafali Verma has more T20I runs: Ashleigh Gardner has 1,638 in 106 matches (average 25.6) and Shafali Verma has 3,174 in 124 (average 28.9).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Shafali Verma scores faster in T20Is: Ashleigh Gardner strikes at 130.1 and Shafali Verma at 137.8.

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Ashleigh Gardner or Shafali Verma?

Ashleigh Gardner has more T20I wickets: Ashleigh Gardner has 84 at an average of 21.6 and Shafali Verma has 16 at 22.7.

Who has more ODI runs, Ashleigh Gardner or Shafali Verma?

Ashleigh Gardner has more ODI runs: Ashleigh Gardner has 1,604 in 90 matches (average 31.4) and Shafali Verma has 880 in 62 (average 20.0).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Ashleigh Gardner scores faster in ODIs: Ashleigh Gardner strikes at 108.1 and Shafali Verma at 80.8.

Who has more Test runs, Ashleigh Gardner or Shafali Verma?

Shafali Verma has more Test runs: Ashleigh Gardner has 326 in 8 matches (average 29.6) and Shafali Verma has 640 in 7 (average 49.2).
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