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Asitha Fernando vs Nitish Kumar Reddy: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Asitha Fernando or Nitish Kumar Reddy?

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. Nitish Kumar Reddy (India) has 90 T20I runs in 4 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
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Asitha Fernando
🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Nitish Kumar Reddy
🇮🇳 IND · 8.5 cr
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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
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Nitish Kumar Reddy
🇮🇳 India
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
55
Avg Pts
125
Best FP
181.5
Pts/Cr
290
Total Runs
19
Total Wkts
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched, so pick based on ground & match-up!
🏏 Asitha Fernando
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🏏 Nitish Kumar Reddy
T20I Career Overview
7Matches4
🎳 Bowling
4Wickets3
0.00Bowling Avg0.00
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/11
Best Figures
2/23
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Asitha Fernando vs Nitish Kumar Reddy · 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 FernandoNitish Kumar Reddy
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5655
Best fantasy score179125
Runs23290
Strike rate33.3162.0
Fours317
Sixes017
Highest score741
Wickets3319
Economy rate5.849.67
Best spell (wkts)63
Catches68
Total dismissals78
International career · T20I
StatisticAsitha FernandoNitish Kumar Reddy
Matches74
Runs1190
Half-centuries (50+)01
Wickets43

📋 Format by format

T20I. Asitha Fernando has played 7 T20Is and Nitish Kumar Reddy 4. Asitha Fernando has 11 runs, against 90 for Nitish Kumar Reddy, so Nitish Kumar Reddy has scored more.

ODI. Asitha Fernando has played 31 ODIs and Nitish Kumar Reddy 4. Asitha Fernando has 7 runs, against 100 for Nitish Kumar Reddy, so Nitish Kumar Reddy has scored more. Asitha Fernando also bowls: 39 wickets, while Nitish Kumar Reddy has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Asitha Fernando has played 28 Tests and Nitish Kumar Reddy 10. Asitha Fernando has 59 runs, against 396 for Nitish Kumar Reddy, so Nitish Kumar Reddy has scored more. Hundreds: Asitha Fernando 0, Nitish Kumar Reddy 1. Fifties: 0 and 0. With the ball, Asitha Fernando has 97 wickets and Nitish Kumar Reddy 8; 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
🏏 Nitish Kumar Reddy
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
Both players are closely matched, so consider pitch conditions and recent form before choosing captain.

Did you know: Nitish Kumar Reddy

  • He made his maiden Test century in the Boxing Day Test at Melbourne in December 2024, coming in at No. 8 with India 196 for 6.
  • He added 128 for the eighth wicket with Washington Sundar in that innings.
  • He was the IPL Emerging Player of the Year in 2024.
  • He plays domestic cricket for Andhra.
Full Nitish Kumar Reddy profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Asitha Fernando and Nitish Kumar Reddy

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  1. 1. At which ground did Nitish make his maiden Test century?
  2. 2. At what number did Nitish bat for that hundred?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Asitha Fernando vs Nitish Kumar Reddy · 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 3 T20I wickets.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Asitha Fernando is the stronger pick with an average of 56 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 Nitish Kumar Reddy?

Based on recent data, Asitha Fernando has the edge with a higher average of 56 fantasy points per game. Nitish Kumar Reddy leads in runs scored (290 runs). Overall Asitha Fernando is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Asitha Fernando vs Nitish Kumar Reddy: who is a better fantasy captain?

Asitha Fernando is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 56 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 Nitish Kumar Reddy?

Nitish Kumar Reddy has the superior batting strike rate this season (162.0), 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 Nitish Kumar Reddy?

Asitha Fernando costs 8.5 Cr and Nitish Kumar Reddy 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 Nitish Kumar Reddy won?

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

Should I pick Asitha Fernando or Nitish Kumar Reddy 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 India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Asitha Fernando or Nitish Kumar Reddy?

Nitish Kumar Reddy has more T20I runs: Asitha Fernando has 11 in 7 matches and Nitish Kumar Reddy has 90 in 4.

Who has more ODI runs, Asitha Fernando or Nitish Kumar Reddy?

Nitish Kumar Reddy has more ODI runs: Asitha Fernando has 7 in 31 matches and Nitish Kumar Reddy has 100 in 4.

Who has more Test runs, Asitha Fernando or Nitish Kumar Reddy?

Nitish Kumar Reddy has more Test runs: Asitha Fernando has 59 in 28 matches and Nitish Kumar Reddy has 396 in 10.

Who has taken more Test wickets, Asitha Fernando or Nitish Kumar Reddy?

Asitha Fernando has more Test wickets: Asitha Fernando has 97 at an average of 26.7 and Nitish Kumar Reddy has 8 at 0.0.
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