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Asitha Fernando vs Josh Tongue: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Asitha Fernando or Josh Tongue?

Josh Tongue has the edge on the headline numbers: Josh Tongue leads on T20I bowling (8 wickets, avg 20.4). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Asitha Fernando (Sri Lanka) has 11 T20I runs in 7 matches. Josh Tongue (England) has 0 T20I runs in 5 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
🏏
Josh Tongue
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 8.5 cr
🏏
Asitha Fernando
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
55
Avg Pts
179
Best FP
161.3
Pts/Cr
23
Total Runs
33
Total Wkts
🏏
Josh Tongue
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
BOWL🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
71
Avg Pts
269
Best FP
227.5
Pts/Cr
75
Total Runs
39
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Josh Tongue
16 higher avg pts · 269 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Asitha Fernando
VS
🏏 Josh Tongue
T20I Career Overview
7Matches5
🎳 Bowling
4Wickets8
0.00Bowling Avg20.38
—Economy Rate10.19
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/11
Best Figures
4/28
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Asitha Fernando vs Josh Tongue · 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 FernandoJosh Tongue
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5571
Best fantasy score179269
Runs2375
Strike rate33.372.8
Fours312
Highest score742
Wickets3339
Economy rate5.836.52
Best spell (wkts)68
Catches52
Total dismissals62
International career · T20I
StatisticAsitha FernandoJosh Tongue
Matches75
Runs110
Wickets48
Bowling average0.0020.38
Economy rate—10.19

📋 Format by format

T20I. Asitha Fernando has played 7 T20Is and Josh Tongue 5. Asitha Fernando has 11 runs, against 0 for Josh Tongue, so Asitha Fernando has scored more. With the ball, Asitha Fernando has 4 wickets and Josh Tongue 8 at 10.19; Josh Tongue has more wickets.

ODI. Asitha Fernando has played 31 ODIs and Josh Tongue 4. Asitha Fernando has 7 runs, against 1 at 1.0 (50.0) for Josh Tongue, so Asitha Fernando has scored more. With the ball, Asitha Fernando has 39 wickets and Josh Tongue 2 at 6.20; Asitha Fernando has more wickets.

Test. Asitha Fernando has played 28 Tests and Josh Tongue 15. Asitha Fernando has 59 runs, against 133 at 7.8 (46.8) for Josh Tongue, so Josh Tongue has scored more. With the ball, Asitha Fernando has 97 wickets and Josh Tongue 76; Asitha Fernando has more wickets.

International numbers up to 27 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Asitha Fernando
✓ Better economy rate
🏏 Josh Tongue
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Josh Tongue
71 avg pts · 269 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Asitha Fernando
Captaining Josh Tongue gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: He has also taken 4 T20I wickets.

T20I career: He has also taken 8 T20I wickets at an average of 20.38 with an economy of 10.19.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Josh Tongue is the stronger pick with an average of 71 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 Josh Tongue?

Based on recent data, Josh Tongue has the edge with a higher average of 71 fantasy points per game. Josh Tongue leads in runs scored (75 runs). Overall Josh Tongue is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Asitha Fernando vs Josh Tongue: who is a better fantasy captain?

Josh Tongue is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 71 pts per game with a best score of 269 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 Josh Tongue?

Josh Tongue has the superior batting strike rate this season (72.8), 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 Josh Tongue?

Asitha Fernando costs 8.5 Cr and Josh Tongue 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 Josh Tongue won?

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

Should I pick Asitha Fernando or Josh Tongue in my fantasy XI?

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

Who has more T20I runs, Asitha Fernando or Josh Tongue?

Asitha Fernando has more T20I runs: Asitha Fernando has 11 in 7 matches and Josh Tongue has 0 in 5.

Who has more ODI runs, Asitha Fernando or Josh Tongue?

Asitha Fernando has more ODI runs: Asitha Fernando has 7 in 31 matches and Josh Tongue has 1 in 4 (average 1.0).

Who has more Test runs, Asitha Fernando or Josh Tongue?

Josh Tongue has more Test runs: Asitha Fernando has 59 in 28 matches and Josh Tongue has 133 in 15 (average 7.8).

Who has taken more Test wickets, Asitha Fernando or Josh Tongue?

Asitha Fernando has more Test wickets: Asitha Fernando has 97 at an average of 26.7 and Josh Tongue has 76 at 26.3.
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