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Axar Patel vs Dunith Wellalage — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Axar Patel or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has the edge on the headline numbers: Dunith Wellalage leads on T20I batting (137 runs, avg 19.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Axar Patel (India) has 700 T20I runs at avg 18.4 in 91 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
🏏
Axar Patel
🇮🇳 IND · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Dunith Wellalage
🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 cr
🏏
Axar Patel
🇮🇳 India
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
52
Avg Pts
213
Best FP
192.0
Pts/Cr
153
Total Runs
21
Total Wkts
🏏
Dunith Wellalage
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
77
Avg Pts
147
Best FP
154.2
Pts/Cr
310
Total Runs
22
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
25 higher avg pts · 147 best fantasy score
🏏 Axar Patel
VS
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
T20I Career Overview
91Matches16
🏏 Batting
700Runs137
18.42Batting Avg19.57
—Strike Rate113.22
0Centuries0
1Half-Centuries0
23Sixes 🔴3
65
Best Score
43
🎳 Bowling
93Wickets19
21.30Bowling Avg22.68
—Economy Rate7.24
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/9
Best Figures
3/9
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Axar Patel 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
StatisticAxar PatelDunith Wellalage
Matches2017
Avg fantasy points5277
Best fantasy score213147
Runs153310
Strike rate91.1128.1
Fours929
Sixes212
Half-centuries (50+)11
Highest score5756
Wickets2122
Economy rate7.547.33
Best spell (wkts)43
Catches88
Total dismissals118
International career — T20I
StatisticAxar PatelDunith Wellalage
Matches9116
Runs700137
Batting average18.4219.57
Strike rate—113.2
Half-centuries (50+)10
Wickets9319
Bowling average21.3022.68
Economy rate—7.24

📋 Format by format

T20I. Axar Patel has played 91 T20Is and Dunith Wellalage 16. Axar Patel has 700 runs at 18.4, against 137 at 19.6 (113.2) for Dunith Wellalage, so Axar Patel has scored more. With the ball, Axar Patel has 93 wickets and Dunith Wellalage 19 at 7.24; Axar Patel has more wickets.

ODI. Axar Patel has played 71 ODIs and Dunith Wellalage 31. Axar Patel has 858 runs at 23.2, against 386 at 20.3 (80.8) for Dunith Wellalage, so Axar Patel has scored more. With the ball, Axar Patel has 75 wickets and Dunith Wellalage 39 at 5.07; Axar Patel has more wickets.

Test. Axar Patel has played 15 Tests and Dunith Wellalage 1. Axar Patel has 688 runs at 34.4, against 29 at 14.5 (61.7) for Dunith Wellalage, so Axar Patel has scored more. Axar Patel also bowls: 57 wickets at an economy of 2.51, while Dunith Wellalage has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 14 June 2026.

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

Axar Patel vs Dunith Wellalage — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Axar Patel has scored 700 T20I runs in 91 matches at an average of 18.42, with 1 half-century. He has also taken 93 T20I wickets at an average of 21.30.

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 77 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 — Axar Patel or Dunith Wellalage?

Based on recent data, Dunith Wellalage has the edge with a higher average of 77 fantasy points per game. Dunith Wellalage leads in runs scored (310 runs). Overall Dunith Wellalage is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Axar Patel vs Dunith Wellalage — who is a better fantasy captain?

Dunith Wellalage is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 77 pts per game with a best score of 213 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 — Axar Patel or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has the superior batting strike rate this season (128.1), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Axar Patel and Dunith Wellalage?

Axar Patel 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 Axar Patel and Dunith Wellalage won?

Axar Patel has won 1 Man of the Match award and Dunith Wellalage has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Axar Patel 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 India 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, Axar Patel or Dunith Wellalage?

Axar Patel has more T20I runs: Axar Patel has 700 in 91 matches (average 18.4) and Dunith Wellalage has 137 in 16 (average 19.6).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Axar Patel or Dunith Wellalage?

Axar Patel has more T20I wickets: Axar Patel has 93 at an average of 21.3 and Dunith Wellalage has 19 at 22.7.

Who has more ODI runs, Axar Patel or Dunith Wellalage?

Axar Patel has more ODI runs: Axar Patel has 858 in 71 matches (average 23.2) and Dunith Wellalage has 386 in 31 (average 20.3).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Axar Patel or Dunith Wellalage?

Axar Patel has more ODI wickets: Axar Patel has 75 at an average of 32.8 and Dunith Wellalage has 39 at 30.1.

Who has more Test runs, Axar Patel or Dunith Wellalage?

Axar Patel has more Test runs: Axar Patel has 688 in 15 matches (average 34.4) and Dunith Wellalage has 29 in 1 (average 14.5).
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