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Ben Duckett vs MS Dhoni: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Ben Duckett 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.

Ben Duckett (England) has 527 T20I runs at avg 27.7 in 21 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
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Ben Duckett
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
MS Dhoni
🦁 CSK · 10 cr
🏏
Ben Duckett
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
BAT🌏 OS🏅 4× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
75
Avg Pts
250
Best FP
214.2
Pts/Cr
967
Total Runs
0
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
🏏 Ben Duckett
75 higher avg pts · 250 best fantasy score · 4× MOTM
🏏 Ben Duckett
VS
🏏 MS Dhoni
T20I Career Overview
21Matches98
🏏 Batting
527Runs1617
27.74Batting Avg37.60
153.20Strike Rate126.13
0Centuries0
3Half-Centuries2
8Sixes 🔴52
84
Best Score
56
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Ben Duckett 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
StatisticBen DuckettMS Dhoni
Matches200
Avg fantasy points750
Best fantasy score2500
Runs9670
Strike rate109.40.0
Fours1300
Sixes80
Half-centuries (50+)40
Centuries (100+)30
Highest score1670
Catches80
Total dismissals90
International career · T20I
StatisticBen DuckettMS Dhoni
Matches2198
Runs5271617
Batting average27.7437.60
Strike rate153.2126.1
Half-centuries (50+)32

📋 Format by format

T20I. Ben Duckett has played 21 T20Is and MS Dhoni 98. Ben Duckett has 527 runs at 27.7 (strike rate 153.2), against 1,617 at 37.6 (126.1) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more.

ODI. Ben Duckett has played 40 ODIs and MS Dhoni 350. Ben Duckett has 1,628 runs at 41.7, against 10,773 at 50.6 (87.6) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: Ben Duckett 4, MS Dhoni 10. Fifties: 10 and 73.

Test. Ben Duckett has played 49 Tests and MS Dhoni 90. Ben Duckett has 3,364 runs at 38.2 (strike rate 86.6), against 4,876 at 38.1 (59.1) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: Ben Duckett 7, MS Dhoni 6. Fifties: 16 and 33.

International numbers up to 27 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Ben Duckett
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 MS Dhoni
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Ben Duckett
75 avg pts · 250 best · 4 MOTM
VC: 🏏 MS Dhoni
Captaining Ben Duckett gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

Did you know: MS Dhoni

  • Under him India won the 2007 World Twenty20, the 2011 World Cup and the 2013 Champions Trophy.
  • He made his ODI debut against Bangladesh on 23 December 2004 and played his first Test a year later against Sri Lanka.
  • He finished the 2011 World Cup final at the Wankhede with a six and was named player of the match.
  • He led Chennai Super Kings to IPL titles in 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021 and 2023.
Full MS Dhoni profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Ben Duckett and MS Dhoni

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  1. 1. Which three ICC trophies did Dhoni win as captain?
  2. 2. Against which team did Dhoni make his ODI debut in December 2004?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Ben Duckett vs MS Dhoni · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Ben Duckett has scored 527 T20I runs in 21 matches at an average of 27.74, with 3 half-centuries.

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, Ben Duckett is the stronger pick with an average of 75 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, Ben Duckett or MS Dhoni?

Based on recent data, Ben Duckett has the edge with a higher average of 75 fantasy points per game. Ben Duckett leads in runs scored (967 runs). Overall Ben Duckett is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Ben Duckett vs MS Dhoni: who is a better fantasy captain?

Ben Duckett is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 75 pts per game with a best score of 250 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, Ben Duckett or MS Dhoni?

Ben Duckett has the superior batting strike rate this season (109.4), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Ben Duckett and MS Dhoni?

Ben Duckett costs 9 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 Ben Duckett and MS Dhoni won?

Ben Duckett has won 4 Man of the Match awards and MS Dhoni has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Ben Duckett or MS Dhoni in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Ben Duckett is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if England 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, Ben Duckett or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more T20I runs: Ben Duckett has 527 in 21 matches (average 27.7) and MS Dhoni has 1,617 in 98 (average 37.6).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Ben Duckett scores faster in T20Is: Ben Duckett strikes at 153.2 and MS Dhoni at 126.1.

Who has more ODI runs, Ben Duckett or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more ODI runs: Ben Duckett has 1,628 in 40 matches (average 41.7) and MS Dhoni has 10,773 in 350 (average 50.6).

Who has more Test runs, Ben Duckett or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more Test runs: Ben Duckett has 3,364 in 49 matches (average 38.2) and MS Dhoni has 4,876 in 90 (average 38.1).
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