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Ben Duckett vs Shreyas Iyer: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Ben Duckett or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has the edge on the headline numbers: Shreyas Iyer leads on T20I batting (1,615 runs, avg 33.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Ben Duckett (England) has 527 T20I runs at avg 27.7 in 21 matches. Shreyas Iyer (India) has 1,615 T20I runs at avg 33.0 in 68 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

Full season · batting · bowling · fielding · MOTM · form

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Ben Duckett
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
🏏
Ben Duckett
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
BAT🌏 OS🏅 3× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
59
Avg Pts
195
Best FP
169.4
Pts/Cr
738
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
44
Avg Pts
200
Best FP
253.2
Pts/Cr
558
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Ben Duckett
15 higher avg pts · 195 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Ben Duckett
VS
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
T20I Career Overview
21Matches68
🏏 Batting
527Runs1615
27.74Batting Avg32.96
153.20Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
3Half-Centuries10
8Sixes 🔴51
84
Best Score
102*
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Ben Duckett vs Shreyas Iyer — 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 DuckettShreyas Iyer
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5944
Best fantasy score195200
Runs738558
Strike rate107.4130.7
Fours10245
Sixes817
Half-centuries (50+)41
Centuries (100+)11
Highest score141102
Catches95
Total dismissals107
International career — T20I
StatisticBen DuckettShreyas Iyer
Matches2168
Runs5271615
Batting average27.7432.96
Strike rate153.2—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)310
Economy rate—6.00

📋 Format by format

T20I. Ben Duckett has played 21 T20Is and Shreyas Iyer 68. Ben Duckett has 527 runs at 27.7 (strike rate 153.2), against 1,615 at 33.0 for Shreyas Iyer, so Shreyas Iyer has scored more. Hundreds: Ben Duckett 0, Shreyas Iyer 1. Fifties: 3 and 10.

ODI. Ben Duckett has played 40 ODIs and Shreyas Iyer 82. Ben Duckett has 1,628 runs at 41.7, against 3,136 at 45.5 for Shreyas Iyer, so Shreyas Iyer has scored more. Hundreds: Ben Duckett 4, Shreyas Iyer 5. Fifties: 10 and 24.

Test. Ben Duckett has played 49 Tests and Shreyas Iyer 14. Ben Duckett has 3,364 runs at 38.2 (strike rate 86.6), against 811 at 36.9 (63.0) for Shreyas Iyer, so Ben Duckett has scored more. Hundreds: Ben Duckett 7, Shreyas Iyer 1. Fifties: 16 and 5.

International numbers up to 27 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Ben Duckett
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Ben Duckett
59 avg pts · 195 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Shreyas Iyer
Captaining Ben Duckett gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Ben Duckett vs Shreyas Iyer — 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: Shreyas Iyer has scored 1,615 T20I runs in 68 matches at an average of 32.96, with 1 century.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Ben Duckett is the stronger pick with an average of 59 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 Shreyas Iyer?

Based on recent data, Ben Duckett has the edge with a higher average of 59 fantasy points per game. Ben Duckett leads in runs scored (738 runs). Overall Ben Duckett is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Ben Duckett vs Shreyas Iyer — who is a better fantasy captain?

Ben Duckett is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 59 pts per game with a best score of 200 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 Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has the superior batting strike rate this season (130.7), 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 Shreyas Iyer?

Ben Duckett costs 9 Cr and Shreyas Iyer costs 9 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 Shreyas Iyer won?

Ben Duckett has won 3 Man of the Match awards and Shreyas Iyer has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Ben Duckett or Shreyas Iyer 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 India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Ben Duckett or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has more T20I runs: Ben Duckett has 527 in 21 matches (average 27.7) and Shreyas Iyer has 1,615 in 68 (average 33.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Ben Duckett or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has more ODI runs: Ben Duckett has 1,628 in 40 matches (average 41.7) and Shreyas Iyer has 3,136 in 82 (average 45.5).

Who has more Test runs, Ben Duckett or Shreyas Iyer?

Ben Duckett has more Test runs: Ben Duckett has 3,364 in 49 matches (average 38.2) and Shreyas Iyer has 811 in 14 (average 36.9).
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