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Axar Patel vs Jos Buttler — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Axar Patel or Jos Buttler?

Jos Buttler has the edge on the headline numbers: Jos Buttler leads on T20I batting (4,384 runs, avg 34.8). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Axar Patel (India) has 700 T20I runs at avg 18.4 in 91 matches. Jos Buttler (England) has 4,384 T20I runs at avg 34.8 in 163 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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Axar Patel
🇮🇳 IND · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Jos Buttler
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 10 cr
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Axar Patel
🇮🇳 India
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
55
Avg Pts
213
Best FP
132.0
Pts/Cr
189
Total Runs
20
Total Wkts
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Jos Buttler
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
🧤 WK🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
82
Avg Pts
271
Best FP
251.1
Pts/Cr
800
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Jos Buttler
27 higher avg pts · 271 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM
🏏 Axar Patel
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🏏 Jos Buttler
T20I Career Overview
91Matches163
🏏 Batting
700Runs4384
18.42Batting Avg34.79
0Centuries2
1Half-Centuries30
23Sixes 🔴186
65
Best Score
131
🎳 Bowling
93Wickets0
21.30Bowling Avg—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/9
Best Figures
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Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Axar Patel vs Jos Buttler — 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 PatelJos Buttler
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5582
Best fantasy score213271
Runs189800
Strike rate102.7167.0
Fours1563
Sixes448
Half-centuries (50+)27
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score57131
Wickets200
Economy rate7.420.00
Best spell (wkts)40
Catches915
Total dismissals1222
International career — T20I
StatisticAxar PatelJos Buttler
Matches91163
Runs7004384
Batting average18.4234.79
Centuries (100+)02
Half-centuries (50+)130
Wickets930
Bowling average21.30—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Axar Patel has played 91 T20Is and Jos Buttler 163. Axar Patel has 700 runs at 18.4, against 4,384 at 34.8 for Jos Buttler, so Jos Buttler has scored more. Hundreds: Axar Patel 0, Jos Buttler 2. Fifties: 1 and 30. Axar Patel also bowls: 93 wickets, while Jos Buttler has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Axar Patel has played 71 ODIs and Jos Buttler 204. Axar Patel has 858 runs at 23.2, against 5,678 at 39.2 for Jos Buttler, so Jos Buttler has scored more. Hundreds: Axar Patel 0, Jos Buttler 11. Fifties: 3 and 30. Axar Patel also bowls: 75 wickets, while Jos Buttler has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Axar Patel has played 15 Tests and Jos Buttler 57. Axar Patel has 688 runs at 34.4, against 2,907 at 31.9 (54.2) for Jos Buttler, so Jos Buttler has scored more. Hundreds: Axar Patel 0, Jos Buttler 2. Fifties: 4 and 18. Axar Patel also bowls: 57 wickets at an economy of 2.51, while Jos Buttler has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Axar Patel
✓ More wickets
🏏 Jos Buttler
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Jos Buttler
82 avg pts · 271 best · 2 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Axar Patel
Captaining Jos Buttler gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Axar Patel vs Jos Buttler — 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: Jos Buttler has scored 4,384 T20I runs in 163 matches at an average of 34.79, with 2 centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Jos Buttler is the stronger pick with an average of 82 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 Jos Buttler?

Based on recent data, Jos Buttler has the edge with a higher average of 82 fantasy points per game. Jos Buttler leads in runs scored (800 runs). Overall Jos Buttler is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Axar Patel vs Jos Buttler — who is a better fantasy captain?

Jos Buttler is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 82 pts per game with a best score of 271 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 Jos Buttler?

Jos Buttler has the superior batting strike rate this season (167.0), 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 Jos Buttler?

Axar Patel costs 8.5 Cr and Jos Buttler costs 10 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 Jos Buttler won?

Axar Patel has won 1 Man of the Match award and Jos Buttler has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Axar Patel or Jos Buttler in my fantasy XI?

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

Who has more T20I runs, Axar Patel or Jos Buttler?

Jos Buttler has more T20I runs: Axar Patel has 700 in 91 matches (average 18.4) and Jos Buttler has 4,384 in 163 (average 34.8).

Who has more ODI runs, Axar Patel or Jos Buttler?

Jos Buttler has more ODI runs: Axar Patel has 858 in 71 matches (average 23.2) and Jos Buttler has 5,678 in 204 (average 39.2).

Who has more Test runs, Axar Patel or Jos Buttler?

Jos Buttler has more Test runs: Axar Patel has 688 in 15 matches (average 34.4) and Jos Buttler has 2,907 in 57 (average 31.9).
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