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Azmatullah Omarzai vs Kusal Mendis: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Q: Who has better IPL 2026 stats, Azmatullah Omarzai or Kusal Mendis?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Azmatullah Omarzai has the edge with a higher average of 78 fantasy points per game. Kusal Mendis leads in runs scored (714 runs). Overall Azmatullah Omarzai is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Q: Who has a better strike rate, Azmatullah Omarzai or Kusal Mendis?

Azmatullah Omarzai has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (134.6), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

Q: How many MOTM awards have Azmatullah Omarzai and Kusal Mendis won?

In IPL 2026, Azmatullah Omarzai has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Kusal Mendis has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Who is better, Azmatullah Omarzai or Kusal Mendis?

Compare batting averages, strike rates, wickets and IPL fantasy points below.

Azmatullah Omarzai (Punjab Kings): international career stats below. Kusal Mendis (Sri Lanka) has 2,198 T20I runs at avg 25.6 in 90 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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Azmatullah Omarzai

🦁 PBKS · 9.5 cr

PLAYER 2

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Kusal Mendis

🇱🇰 SL · 9.5 cr

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Azmatullah Omarzai

🦁 Punjab Kings

AR🌏 OS

9.5 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

248

Best FP

148.5

Pts/Cr

440

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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Kusal Mendis

🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

🧤 WK🏅 2× MOTM

9.5 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

200

Best FP

135.7

Pts/Cr

714

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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⚠️These players are from different series: comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.

📈 Slight Edge

🏏 Azmatullah Omarzai

10 higher avg pts · 248 best fantasy score

🏏 Azmatullah Omarzai

🏏 Kusal Mendis

T20I Career Overview

—Matches90

🏏 Batting

—Runs2198

—Batting Avg25.56

—Centuries0

—Half-Centuries17

—Sixes 🔴81

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Best Score

Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Azmatullah Omarzai vs Kusal 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
Statistic	Azmatullah Omarzai	Kusal Mendis
Matches	18	19
Avg fantasy points	78	68
Best fantasy score	248	200
Runs	440	714
Strike rate	134.6	106.6
Fours	28	61
Sixes	32	34
Half-centuries (50+)	2	5
Centuries (100+)	1	1
Highest score	116	121
Wickets	20	0
Economy rate	6.00	0.00
Best spell (wkts)	3	0
Catches	6	15
Total dismissals	7	17

Stats updated 29 Oct 2026

⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick

🏏 Azmatullah Omarzai

✓ Higher strike rate

✓ More wickets

✓ Higher avg fantasy pts

🏏 Kusal Mendis

✓ Superior run-scorer

✓ More big-hitting sixes

✓ More MOTM awards

👑 Captaincy Recommendation

C: 🏏 Azmatullah Omarzai

78 avg pts · 248 best · 0 MOTM

VC: 🏏 Kusal Mendis

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Azmatullah Omarzai vs Kusal Mendis · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

Azmatullah Omarzai does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

T20I career: Kusal Mendis has scored 2,198 T20I runs in 90 matches at an average of 25.56, with 17 half-centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Azmatullah Omarzai is the stronger pick with an average of 78 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, Azmatullah Omarzai or Kusal Mendis?

Based on recent data, Azmatullah Omarzai has the edge with a higher average of 78 fantasy points per game. Kusal Mendis leads in runs scored (714 runs). Overall Azmatullah Omarzai is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Azmatullah Omarzai vs Kusal Mendis: who is a better fantasy captain?

Azmatullah Omarzai is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 78 pts per game with a best score of 248 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, Azmatullah Omarzai or Kusal Mendis?

Azmatullah Omarzai has the superior batting strike rate this season (134.6), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Azmatullah Omarzai and Kusal Mendis?

Azmatullah Omarzai costs 9.5 Cr and Kusal Mendis costs 9.5 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 Azmatullah Omarzai and Kusal Mendis won?

Azmatullah Omarzai has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Kusal Mendis has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Azmatullah Omarzai or Kusal Mendis in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Azmatullah Omarzai is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if Punjab Kings 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.

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