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Asitha Fernando vs Kamindu Mendis: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Asitha Fernando or Kamindu Mendis?

Asitha Fernando has the edge on the headline numbers: Asitha Fernando leads on T20I bowling (4 wickets). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Asitha Fernando (Sri Lanka) has 11 T20I runs in 7 matches. Kamindu Mendis (Sunrisers Hyderabad) has 381 T20I runs at avg 19.1 in 23 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
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 SRH · 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
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
BAT🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
48
Avg Pts
181
Best FP
194.5
Pts/Cr
607
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series: comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Asitha Fernando
7 higher avg pts · 179 best fantasy score
🏏 Asitha Fernando
VS
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
T20I Career Overview
7Matches23
🏏 Batting
11Runs381
—Batting Avg19.05
—Strike Rate122.51
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries2
0Sixes 🔴13
10*
Best Score
65
🎳 Bowling
4Wickets2
0.00Bowling Avg74.00
—Economy Rate8.22
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/11
Best Figures
1/14
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Asitha Fernando vs Kamindu Mendis · 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 FernandoKamindu Mendis
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5548
Best fantasy score179181
Runs23607
Strike rate33.388.9
Fours363
Sixes016
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score7131
Wickets330
Economy rate5.839.75
Best spell (wkts)60
Catches57
Total dismissals67
International career · T20I
StatisticAsitha FernandoKamindu Mendis
Matches723
Runs11381
Batting average—19.05
Strike rate—122.5
Half-centuries (50+)02
Wickets42
Bowling average0.0074.00
Economy rate—8.22

📋 Format by format

T20I. Asitha Fernando has played 7 T20Is and Kamindu Mendis 23. Asitha Fernando has 11 runs, against 381 at 19.1 (122.5) for Kamindu Mendis, so Kamindu Mendis has scored more.

ODI. Asitha Fernando has played 31 ODIs and Kamindu Mendis 17. Asitha Fernando has 7 runs, against 344 at 31.3 (74.1) for Kamindu Mendis, so Kamindu Mendis has scored more. With the ball, Asitha Fernando has 39 wickets and Kamindu Mendis 2 at 6.41; Asitha Fernando has more wickets.

Test. Asitha Fernando has played 28 Tests and Kamindu Mendis 11. Asitha Fernando has 59 runs, against 1,157 at 68.1 (64.9) for Kamindu Mendis, so Kamindu Mendis has scored more. Hundreds: Asitha Fernando 0, Kamindu Mendis 5. Fifties: 0 and 4. With the ball, Asitha Fernando has 97 wickets and Kamindu Mendis 3 at 5.41; Asitha Fernando has more wickets.

International numbers up to 15 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Asitha Fernando
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Asitha Fernando
55 avg pts · 179 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Kamindu Mendis
Captaining Asitha Fernando gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: He has also taken 4 T20I wickets.

T20I career: Kamindu Mendis has scored 381 T20I runs in 23 matches at an average of 19.05, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 2 T20I wickets at an average of 74.00 with an economy of 8.22.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Asitha Fernando is the stronger pick with an average of 55 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 Kamindu Mendis?

Based on recent data, Asitha Fernando has the edge with a higher average of 55 fantasy points per game. Kamindu Mendis leads in runs scored (607 runs). Overall Asitha Fernando is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Asitha Fernando vs Kamindu Mendis: who is a better fantasy captain?

Asitha Fernando is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 55 pts per game with a best score of 181 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 Kamindu Mendis?

Kamindu Mendis has the superior batting strike rate this season (88.9), 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 Kamindu Mendis?

Asitha Fernando costs 8.5 Cr and Kamindu Mendis 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 Kamindu Mendis won?

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

Should I pick Asitha Fernando or Kamindu Mendis in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Asitha Fernando 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 Sunrisers Hyderabad. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Asitha Fernando or Kamindu Mendis?

Kamindu Mendis has more T20I runs: Asitha Fernando has 11 in 7 matches and Kamindu Mendis has 381 in 23 (average 19.1).

Who has more ODI runs, Asitha Fernando or Kamindu Mendis?

Kamindu Mendis has more ODI runs: Asitha Fernando has 7 in 31 matches and Kamindu Mendis has 344 in 17 (average 31.3).

Who has more Test runs, Asitha Fernando or Kamindu Mendis?

Kamindu Mendis has more Test runs: Asitha Fernando has 59 in 28 matches and Kamindu Mendis has 1,157 in 11 (average 68.1).
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