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Ben Stokes vs Hardik Pandya — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Ben Stokes or Hardik Pandya?

Hardik Pandya has the edge on the headline numbers: Hardik Pandya leads on T20I batting (2,221 runs, avg 27.8). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Ben Stokes (England) has 585 T20I runs at avg 21.7 in 43 matches. Hardik Pandya (Mumbai Indians) has 2,221 T20I runs at avg 27.8 in 136 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 Stokes
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 10.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Hardik Pandya
🔵 MI · 10 cr
🏏
Ben Stokes
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
AR🌏 OS
10.5 cr
Credits
135
Avg Pts
231
Best FP
25.6
Pts/Cr
57
Total Runs
7
Total Wkts
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Hardik Pandya
🔵 Mumbai Indians
AR
10 cr
Credits
44
Avg Pts
103
Best FP
42.8
Pts/Cr
206
Total Runs
4
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 Stokes
91 higher avg pts · 231 best fantasy score
🏏 Ben Stokes
VS
🏏 Hardik Pandya
T20I Career Overview
43Matches136
🏏 Batting
585Runs2221
21.67Batting Avg27.76
131.46Strike Rate145.07
0Centuries0
1Half-Centuries9
22Sixes 🔴122
52*
Best Score
71*
🎳 Bowling
26Wickets114
32.92Bowling Avg26.82
—Economy Rate8.33
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/26
Best Figures
4/16
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Ben Stokes vs Hardik Pandya — 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 StokesHardik Pandya
Matches210
Avg fantasy points13544
Best fantasy score231103
Runs57206
Strike rate72.2138.3
Fours521
Sixes27
Highest score4540
Wickets74
Economy rate2.8911.41
Best spell (wkts)61
Catches02
Total dismissals02
International career — T20I
StatisticBen StokesHardik Pandya
Matches43136
Runs5852221
Batting average21.6727.76
Strike rate131.5145.1
Half-centuries (50+)19
Wickets26114
Bowling average32.9226.82
Economy rate—8.33

📋 Format by format

T20I. Ben Stokes has played 43 T20Is and Hardik Pandya 136. Ben Stokes has 585 runs at 21.7 (strike rate 131.5), against 2,221 at 27.8 (145.1) for Hardik Pandya, so Hardik Pandya has scored more. With the ball, Ben Stokes has 26 wickets and Hardik Pandya 114 at 8.33; Hardik Pandya has more wickets.

ODI. Ben Stokes has played 114 ODIs and Hardik Pandya 94. Ben Stokes has 3,463 runs at 41.2 (strike rate 95.8), against 1,904 at 32.8 (111.5) for Hardik Pandya, so Ben Stokes has scored more. Hundreds: Ben Stokes 5, Hardik Pandya 0. Fifties: 24 and 11. With the ball, Ben Stokes has 74 wickets at an economy of 6.08 and Hardik Pandya 91; Hardik Pandya has more wickets.

Test. Ben Stokes has played 122 Tests and Hardik Pandya 11. Ben Stokes has 7,273 runs at 34.5 (strike rate 58.9), against 532 at 31.3 for Hardik Pandya, so Ben Stokes has scored more. Hundreds: Ben Stokes 14, Hardik Pandya 1. Fifties: 37 and 4. With the ball, Ben Stokes has 252 wickets at an economy of 3.34 and Hardik Pandya 17 at 3.42; Ben Stokes has more wickets.

International numbers up to 8 March 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Ben Stokes
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Hardik Pandya
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Ben Stokes
135 avg pts · 231 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Hardik Pandya
Captaining Ben Stokes gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Ben Stokes vs Hardik Pandya — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Ben Stokes has scored 585 T20I runs in 43 matches at an average of 21.67, with 1 half-century. He has also taken 26 T20I wickets at an average of 32.92.

T20I career: Hardik Pandya has scored 2,221 T20I runs in 136 matches at an average of 27.76, with 9 half-centuries. He has also taken 114 T20I wickets at an average of 26.82 with an economy of 8.33.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Ben Stokes is the stronger pick with an average of 135 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 Stokes or Hardik Pandya?

Based on recent data, Ben Stokes has the edge with a higher average of 135 fantasy points per game. Hardik Pandya leads in runs scored (206 runs). Overall Ben Stokes is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Ben Stokes vs Hardik Pandya — who is a better fantasy captain?

Ben Stokes is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 135 pts per game with a best score of 231 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 Stokes or Hardik Pandya?

Hardik Pandya has the superior batting strike rate this season (138.3), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Ben Stokes and Hardik Pandya?

Ben Stokes costs 10.5 Cr and Hardik Pandya 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 Stokes and Hardik Pandya won?

Ben Stokes has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Hardik Pandya has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Ben Stokes or Hardik Pandya in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Ben Stokes 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 Mumbai Indians. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Ben Stokes or Hardik Pandya?

Hardik Pandya has more T20I runs: Ben Stokes has 585 in 43 matches (average 21.7) and Hardik Pandya has 2,221 in 136 (average 27.8).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Hardik Pandya scores faster in T20Is: Ben Stokes strikes at 131.5 and Hardik Pandya at 145.1.

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Ben Stokes or Hardik Pandya?

Hardik Pandya has more T20I wickets: Ben Stokes has 26 at an average of 32.9 and Hardik Pandya has 114 at 26.8.

Who has more ODI runs, Ben Stokes or Hardik Pandya?

Ben Stokes has more ODI runs: Ben Stokes has 3,463 in 114 matches (average 41.2) and Hardik Pandya has 1,904 in 94 (average 32.8).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Hardik Pandya scores faster in ODIs: Ben Stokes strikes at 95.8 and Hardik Pandya at 111.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Ben Stokes or Hardik Pandya?

Hardik Pandya has more ODI wickets: Ben Stokes has 74 at an average of 42.2 and Hardik Pandya has 91 at 35.5.
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