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Brad Evans vs Dasun Shanaka: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Brad Evans or Dasun Shanaka?

Dasun Shanaka has the edge on the headline numbers: Dasun Shanaka leads on T20I batting (1,912 runs, avg 20.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Brad Evans (Zimbabwe) has 224 T20I runs at avg 13.2 in 37 matches. Dasun Shanaka (Rajasthan Royals) has 1,912 T20I runs at avg 20.6 in 131 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Brad Evans
🇿🇼 ZIM · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Dasun Shanaka
👑 RR · 8.5 cr
🏏
Brad Evans
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8 cr
Credits
100
Avg Pts
169
Best FP
250.3
Pts/Cr
352
Total Runs
41
Total Wkts
🏏
Dasun Shanaka
👑 Rajasthan Royals
AR🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
53
Avg Pts
133
Best FP
159.1
Pts/Cr
435
Total Runs
8
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Brad Evans
47 higher avg pts · 169 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Brad Evans
VS
🏏 Dasun Shanaka
T20I Career Overview
37Matches131
🏏 Batting
224Runs1912
13.18Batting Avg20.56
128.74Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries8
14Sixes 🔴111
43
Best Score
76*
🎳 Bowling
54Wickets46
19.59Bowling Avg25.11
8.46Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/16
Best Figures
3/16
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Brad Evans vs Dasun Shanaka — 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
StatisticBrad EvansDasun Shanaka
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points10053
Best fantasy score169133
Runs352435
Strike rate129.4166.7
Fours2426
Sixes2133
Half-centuries (50+)32
Highest score5897
Wickets418
Economy rate6.589.66
Best spell (wkts)43
Catches118
Total dismissals119
International career — T20I
StatisticBrad EvansDasun Shanaka
Matches37131
Runs2241912
Batting average13.1820.56
Strike rate128.7—
Half-centuries (50+)08
Wickets5446
Bowling average19.5925.11
Economy rate8.46—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Brad Evans has played 37 T20Is and Dasun Shanaka 131. Brad Evans has 224 runs at 13.2 (strike rate 128.7), against 1,912 at 20.6 for Dasun Shanaka, so Dasun Shanaka has scored more. With the ball, Brad Evans has 54 wickets at an economy of 8.46 and Dasun Shanaka 46; Brad Evans has more wickets.

ODI. Brad Evans has played 20 ODIs and Dasun Shanaka 71. Brad Evans has 240 runs at 17.1 (strike rate 98.4), against 1,299 at 22.4 for Dasun Shanaka, so Dasun Shanaka has scored more. Hundreds: Brad Evans 0, Dasun Shanaka 2. Fifties: 2 and 4. With the ball, Brad Evans has 20 wickets at an economy of 5.63 and Dasun Shanaka 27; Dasun Shanaka has more wickets.

Test. Brad Evans has played 3 Tests and Dasun Shanaka 6. Brad Evans has 46 runs at 15.3, against 140 at 14.0 (50.7) for Dasun Shanaka, so Dasun Shanaka has scored more. With the ball, Brad Evans has 10 wickets and Dasun Shanaka 13 at 3.39; Dasun Shanaka has more wickets.

International numbers up to 1 September 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Brad Evans
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Dasun Shanaka
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Brad Evans
100 avg pts · 169 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Dasun Shanaka
Captaining Brad Evans gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Brad Evans vs Dasun Shanaka — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Brad Evans has scored 224 T20I runs in 37 matches at an average of 13.18. He has also taken 54 T20I wickets at an average of 19.59 with an economy of 8.46.

T20I career: Dasun Shanaka has scored 1,912 T20I runs in 131 matches at an average of 20.56, with 8 half-centuries. He has also taken 46 T20I wickets at an average of 25.11.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Brad Evans is the stronger pick with an average of 100 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 — Brad Evans or Dasun Shanaka?

Based on recent data, Brad Evans has the edge with a higher average of 100 fantasy points per game. Dasun Shanaka leads in runs scored (435 runs). Overall Brad Evans is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Brad Evans vs Dasun Shanaka — who is a better fantasy captain?

Brad Evans is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 100 pts per game with a best score of 169 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 — Brad Evans or Dasun Shanaka?

Dasun Shanaka has the superior batting strike rate this season (166.7), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Brad Evans and Dasun Shanaka?

Brad Evans costs 8 Cr and Dasun Shanaka costs 8.5 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 Brad Evans and Dasun Shanaka won?

Brad Evans has won 1 Man of the Match award and Dasun Shanaka has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Brad Evans or Dasun Shanaka in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Brad Evans is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Zimbabwe are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Rajasthan Royals. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Brad Evans or Dasun Shanaka?

Dasun Shanaka has more T20I runs: Brad Evans has 224 in 37 matches (average 13.2) and Dasun Shanaka has 1,912 in 131 (average 20.6).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Brad Evans or Dasun Shanaka?

Brad Evans has more T20I wickets: Brad Evans has 54 at an average of 19.6 and Dasun Shanaka has 46 at 25.1.

Who has more ODI runs, Brad Evans or Dasun Shanaka?

Dasun Shanaka has more ODI runs: Brad Evans has 240 in 20 matches (average 17.1) and Dasun Shanaka has 1,299 in 71 (average 22.4).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Brad Evans or Dasun Shanaka?

Dasun Shanaka has more ODI wickets: Brad Evans has 20 at an average of 37.5 and Dasun Shanaka has 27 at 37.0.

Who has more Test runs, Brad Evans or Dasun Shanaka?

Dasun Shanaka has more Test runs: Brad Evans has 46 in 3 matches (average 15.3) and Dasun Shanaka has 140 in 6 (average 14.0).

Who has taken more Test wickets, Brad Evans or Dasun Shanaka?

Dasun Shanaka has more Test wickets: Brad Evans has 10 at an average of 25.0 and Dasun Shanaka has 13 at 33.1.
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