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Axar Patel vs MS Dhoni — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Axar Patel or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has the edge on the headline numbers: MS Dhoni leads on T20I batting (1,617 runs, avg 37.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Axar Patel (India) has 700 T20I runs at avg 18.4 in 91 matches. MS Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings) has 1,617 T20I runs at avg 37.6 in 98 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
🏏
MS Dhoni
🦁 CSK · 10 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
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MS Dhoni
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
🧤 WK
10 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
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.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Axar Patel
52 higher avg pts · 213 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Axar Patel
VS
🏏 MS Dhoni
T20I Career Overview
91Matches98
🏏 Batting
700Runs1617
18.42Batting Avg37.60
—Strike Rate126.13
0Centuries0
1Half-Centuries2
23Sixes 🔴52
65
Best Score
56
🎳 Bowling
93Wickets0
21.30Bowling Avg—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/9
Best Figures
-
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Axar Patel vs MS Dhoni — 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 PatelMS Dhoni
Matches200
Avg fantasy points520
Best fantasy score2130
Runs1530
Strike rate91.10.0
Fours90
Sixes20
Half-centuries (50+)10
Highest score570
Wickets210
Economy rate7.540.00
Best spell (wkts)40
Catches80
Total dismissals110
International career — T20I
StatisticAxar PatelMS Dhoni
Matches9198
Runs7001617
Batting average18.4237.60
Strike rate—126.1
Half-centuries (50+)12
Wickets930
Bowling average21.30—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Axar Patel has played 91 T20Is and MS Dhoni 98. Axar Patel has 700 runs at 18.4, against 1,617 at 37.6 (126.1) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Axar Patel also bowls: 93 wickets, while MS Dhoni has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Axar Patel has played 71 ODIs and MS Dhoni 350. Axar Patel has 858 runs at 23.2, against 10,773 at 50.6 (87.6) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: Axar Patel 0, MS Dhoni 10. Fifties: 3 and 73. With the ball, Axar Patel has 75 wickets and MS Dhoni 1 at 5.17; Axar Patel has more wickets.

Test. Axar Patel has played 15 Tests and MS Dhoni 90. Axar Patel has 688 runs at 34.4, against 4,876 at 38.1 (59.1) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: Axar Patel 0, MS Dhoni 6. Fifties: 4 and 33. Axar Patel also bowls: 57 wickets at an economy of 2.51, while MS Dhoni has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 9 July 2019.

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

Axar Patel vs MS Dhoni — 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: MS Dhoni has scored 1,617 T20I runs in 98 matches at an average of 37.60, with 2 half-centuries.

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 MS Dhoni?

Based on recent data, Axar Patel has the edge with a higher average of 52 fantasy points per game. Axar Patel leads in runs scored (153 runs). Overall Axar Patel is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Axar Patel vs MS Dhoni — 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 MS Dhoni?

Axar Patel has the superior batting strike rate this season (91.1), 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 MS Dhoni?

Axar Patel costs 8.5 Cr and MS Dhoni 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 MS Dhoni won?

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

Should I pick Axar Patel or MS Dhoni 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 Chennai Super Kings. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Axar Patel or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more T20I runs: Axar Patel has 700 in 91 matches (average 18.4) and MS Dhoni has 1,617 in 98 (average 37.6).

Who has more ODI runs, Axar Patel or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more ODI runs: Axar Patel has 858 in 71 matches (average 23.2) and MS Dhoni has 10,773 in 350 (average 50.6).

Who has more Test runs, Axar Patel or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more Test runs: Axar Patel has 688 in 15 matches (average 34.4) and MS Dhoni has 4,876 in 90 (average 38.1).
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