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Axar Patel vs Kamindu Mendis — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Axar Patel or Kamindu Mendis?

Kamindu Mendis has the edge on the headline numbers: Kamindu Mendis leads on T20I batting (381 runs, avg 19.1). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Axar Patel (India) has 700 T20I runs at avg 18.4 in 91 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
🏏
Axar Patel
🇮🇳 IND · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 SRH · 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
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
BAT🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
43
Avg Pts
114
Best FP
148.5
Pts/Cr
513
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
🏏 Axar Patel
9 higher avg pts · 213 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Axar Patel
VS
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
T20I Career Overview
91Matches23
🏏 Batting
700Runs381
18.42Batting Avg19.05
—Strike Rate122.51
0Centuries0
1Half-Centuries2
23Sixes 🔴13
65
Best Score
65
🎳 Bowling
93Wickets2
21.30Bowling Avg74.00
—Economy Rate8.22
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/9
Best Figures
1/14
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Axar Patel 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
StatisticAxar PatelKamindu Mendis
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5243
Best fantasy score213114
Runs153513
Strike rate91.195.4
Fours947
Sixes218
Half-centuries (50+)13
Highest score5787
Wickets210
Economy rate7.5410.50
Best spell (wkts)40
Catches87
Total dismissals118
International career — T20I
StatisticAxar PatelKamindu Mendis
Matches9123
Runs700381
Batting average18.4219.05
Strike rate—122.5
Half-centuries (50+)12
Wickets932
Bowling average21.3074.00
Economy rate—8.22

📋 Format by format

T20I. Axar Patel has played 91 T20Is and Kamindu Mendis 23. Axar Patel has 700 runs at 18.4, against 381 at 19.1 (122.5) for Kamindu Mendis, so Axar Patel has scored more. With the ball, Axar Patel has 93 wickets and Kamindu Mendis 2 at 8.22; Axar Patel has more wickets.

ODI. Axar Patel has played 71 ODIs and Kamindu Mendis 17. Axar Patel has 858 runs at 23.2, against 344 at 31.3 (74.1) for Kamindu Mendis, so Axar Patel has scored more. With the ball, Axar Patel has 75 wickets and Kamindu Mendis 2 at 6.41; Axar Patel has more wickets.

Test. Axar Patel has played 15 Tests and Kamindu Mendis 11. Axar Patel has 688 runs at 34.4, against 1,157 at 68.1 (64.9) for Kamindu Mendis, so Kamindu Mendis has scored more. Hundreds: Axar Patel 0, Kamindu Mendis 5. Fifties: 4 and 4. With the ball, Axar Patel has 57 wickets at an economy of 2.51 and Kamindu Mendis 3 at 5.41; Axar Patel has more wickets.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Axar Patel
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Axar Patel
52 avg pts · 213 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Kamindu Mendis
Captaining Axar Patel gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Axar Patel vs Kamindu Mendis — 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: 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, Axar Patel is the stronger pick with an average of 52 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 Kamindu Mendis?

Based on recent data, Axar Patel has the edge with a higher average of 52 fantasy points per game. Kamindu Mendis leads in runs scored (513 runs). Overall Axar Patel is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Axar Patel vs Kamindu Mendis — who is a better fantasy captain?

Axar Patel is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 52 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 Kamindu Mendis?

Kamindu Mendis has the superior batting strike rate this season (95.4), 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 Kamindu Mendis?

Axar Patel 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 Axar Patel and Kamindu Mendis won?

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

Should I pick Axar Patel or Kamindu Mendis in my fantasy XI?

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

Who has more T20I runs, Axar Patel or Kamindu Mendis?

Axar Patel has more T20I runs: Axar Patel has 700 in 91 matches (average 18.4) and Kamindu Mendis has 381 in 23 (average 19.1).

Who has more ODI runs, Axar Patel or Kamindu Mendis?

Axar Patel has more ODI runs: Axar Patel has 858 in 71 matches (average 23.2) and Kamindu Mendis has 344 in 17 (average 31.3).

Who has more Test runs, Axar Patel or Kamindu Mendis?

Kamindu Mendis has more Test runs: Axar Patel has 688 in 15 matches (average 34.4) and Kamindu Mendis has 1,157 in 11 (average 68.1).
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