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Asitha Fernando vs Dunith Wellalage: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Asitha Fernando or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has the edge on the headline numbers: Dunith Wellalage leads on T20I bowling (19 wickets, avg 22.7). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Asitha Fernando (Sri Lanka) has 11 T20I runs in 7 matches. Dunith Wellalage (Sri Lanka) has 137 T20I runs at avg 19.6 in 16 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Asitha Fernando
🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Dunith Wellalage
🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 cr
🏏
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
🏏
Dunith Wellalage
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
69
Avg Pts
147
Best FP
170.6
Pts/Cr
321
Total Runs
24
Total Wkts
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
13 higher avg pts · 147 best fantasy score
🏏 Asitha Fernando
VS
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
T20I Career Overview
7Matches16
🏏 Batting
11Runs137
—Batting Avg19.57
—Strike Rate113.22
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries0
0Sixes 🔴3
10*
Best Score
43
🎳 Bowling
4Wickets19
0.00Bowling Avg22.68
—Economy Rate7.24
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/11
Best Figures
3/9
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Asitha Fernando vs Dunith Wellalage · 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
StatisticAsitha FernandoDunith Wellalage
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5669
Best fantasy score179147
Runs23321
Strike rate33.3125.9
Fours330
Sixes012
Half-centuries (50+)01
Highest score756
Wickets3324
Economy rate5.846.86
Best spell (wkts)63
Catches610
Total dismissals710
International career · T20I
StatisticAsitha FernandoDunith Wellalage
Matches716
Runs11137
Batting average—19.57
Strike rate—113.2
Wickets419
Bowling average0.0022.68
Economy rate—7.24

📋 Format by format

T20I. Asitha Fernando has played 7 T20Is and Dunith Wellalage 16. Asitha Fernando has 11 runs, against 137 at 19.6 (113.2) for Dunith Wellalage, so Dunith Wellalage has scored more. With the ball, Asitha Fernando has 4 wickets and Dunith Wellalage 19 at 7.24; Dunith Wellalage has more wickets.

ODI. Asitha Fernando has played 31 ODIs and Dunith Wellalage 31. Asitha Fernando has 7 runs, against 386 at 20.3 (80.8) for Dunith Wellalage, so Dunith Wellalage has scored more. With the ball, Asitha Fernando has 39 wickets and Dunith Wellalage 39 at 5.07.

Test. Asitha Fernando has played 28 Tests and Dunith Wellalage 1. Asitha Fernando has 59 runs, against 29 at 14.5 (61.7) for Dunith Wellalage, so Asitha Fernando has scored more. Asitha Fernando also bowls: 97 wickets, while Dunith Wellalage has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 15 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Asitha Fernando
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Dunith Wellalage
69 avg pts · 147 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Asitha Fernando
Captaining Dunith Wellalage gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: He has also taken 4 T20I wickets.

T20I career: Dunith Wellalage has scored 137 T20I runs in 16 matches at an average of 19.57. He has also taken 19 T20I wickets at an average of 22.68 with an economy of 7.24.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Dunith Wellalage is the stronger pick with an average of 69 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, Asitha Fernando or Dunith Wellalage?

Based on recent data, Dunith Wellalage has the edge with a higher average of 69 fantasy points per game. Dunith Wellalage leads in runs scored (321 runs). Overall Dunith Wellalage is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Asitha Fernando vs Dunith Wellalage: who is a better fantasy captain?

Dunith Wellalage is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 69 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, Asitha Fernando or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has the superior batting strike rate this season (125.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Asitha Fernando and Dunith Wellalage?

Asitha Fernando costs 8.5 Cr and Dunith Wellalage 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 Asitha Fernando and Dunith Wellalage won?

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

Should I pick Asitha Fernando or Dunith Wellalage in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Dunith Wellalage 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 Sri Lanka. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Asitha Fernando or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has more T20I runs: Asitha Fernando has 11 in 7 matches and Dunith Wellalage has 137 in 16 (average 19.6).

Who has more ODI runs, Asitha Fernando or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has more ODI runs: Asitha Fernando has 7 in 31 matches and Dunith Wellalage has 386 in 31 (average 20.3).

Who has more Test runs, Asitha Fernando or Dunith Wellalage?

Asitha Fernando has more Test runs: Asitha Fernando has 59 in 28 matches and Dunith Wellalage has 29 in 1 (average 14.5).
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