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Ben Duckett vs Tilak Varma: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Ben Duckett or Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the edge on the headline numbers: Tilak Varma leads on T20I batting (1,619 runs, avg 45.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Ben Duckett (England) has 527 T20I runs at avg 27.7 in 21 matches. Tilak Varma (India) has 1,619 T20I runs at avg 45.0 in 57 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
🏏
Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 IND · 8 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
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Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 1× MOTM
8 cr
Credits
47
Avg Pts
141
Best FP
234.9
Pts/Cr
433
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Ben Duckett
12 higher avg pts · 195 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Ben Duckett
VS
🏏 Tilak Varma
T20I Career Overview
21Matches57
🏏 Batting
527Runs1619
27.74Batting Avg44.97
153.20Strike Rate145.72
0Centuries2
3Half-Centuries9
8Sixes 🔴82
84
Best Score
120*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets5
—Bowling Avg12.80
—Economy Rate6.10
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
1/1
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Ben Duckett vs Tilak Varma — 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 DuckettTilak Varma
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5947
Best fantasy score195141
Runs738433
Strike rate107.4165.3
Fours10231
Sixes821
Half-centuries (50+)44
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score14160
Wickets01
Economy rate0.009.00
Best spell (wkts)01
Catches914
Total dismissals1016
International career — T20I
StatisticBen DuckettTilak Varma
Matches2157
Runs5271619
Batting average27.7444.97
Strike rate153.2145.7
Centuries (100+)02
Half-centuries (50+)39
Wickets05
Bowling average—12.80
Economy rate—6.10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Ben Duckett has played 21 T20Is and Tilak Varma 57. Ben Duckett has 527 runs at 27.7 (strike rate 153.2), against 1,619 at 45.0 (145.7) for Tilak Varma, so Tilak Varma has scored more. Hundreds: Ben Duckett 0, Tilak Varma 2. Fifties: 3 and 9. Tilak Varma also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.10, while Ben Duckett has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Ben Duckett has played 40 ODIs and Tilak Varma 5. Ben Duckett has 1,628 runs at 41.7, against 68 at 22.7 (57.1) for Tilak Varma, so Ben Duckett has scored more. Hundreds: Ben Duckett 4, Tilak Varma 0. Fifties: 10 and 1.

International numbers up to 27 August 2026.

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

Ben Duckett vs Tilak Varma — 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: Tilak Varma has scored 1,619 T20I runs in 57 matches at an average of 44.97, with 2 centuries. He has also taken 5 T20I wickets at an average of 12.80 with an economy of 6.10.

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 Tilak Varma?

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 Tilak Varma — who is a better fantasy captain?

Ben Duckett is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 59 pts per game with a best score of 195 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 Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the superior batting strike rate this season (165.3), 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 Tilak Varma?

Ben Duckett costs 9 Cr and Tilak Varma costs 8 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 Tilak Varma won?

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

Should I pick Ben Duckett or Tilak Varma 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 Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has more T20I runs: Ben Duckett has 527 in 21 matches (average 27.7) and Tilak Varma has 1,619 in 57 (average 45.0).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Ben Duckett scores faster in T20Is: Ben Duckett strikes at 153.2 and Tilak Varma at 145.7.

Who has more ODI runs, Ben Duckett or Tilak Varma?

Ben Duckett has more ODI runs: Ben Duckett has 1,628 in 40 matches (average 41.7) and Tilak Varma has 68 in 5 (average 22.7).
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