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Brad Evans vs Devdutt Padikkal — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Brad Evans or Devdutt Padikkal?

Devdutt Padikkal has the edge on the headline numbers: Devdutt Padikkal leads on T20I batting (38 runs, avg 19.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Brad Evans (Zimbabwe) has 224 T20I runs at avg 13.2 in 37 matches. Devdutt Padikkal (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) has 38 T20I runs at avg 19.0 in 2 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
🏏
Devdutt Padikkal
🔴 RCB · 8.5 cr
🏏
Brad Evans
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8 cr
Credits
96
Avg Pts
169
Best FP
215.3
Pts/Cr
333
Total Runs
34
Total Wkts
🏏
Devdutt Padikkal
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
BAT
8.5 cr
Credits
79
Avg Pts
288
Best FP
167.9
Pts/Cr
792
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
🏏 Brad Evans
17 higher avg pts · 169 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Brad Evans
VS
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
T20I Career Overview
37Matches2
🏏 Batting
224Runs38
13.18Batting Avg19.00
128.74Strike Rate100.00
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries0
14Sixes 🔴1
43
Best Score
29
🎳 Bowling
54Wickets0
19.59Bowling Avg—
8.46Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/16
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Brad Evans vs Devdutt Padikkal — 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 EvansDevdutt Padikkal
Matches1818
Avg fantasy points9679
Best fantasy score169288
Runs333792
Strike rate131.6102.5
Fours2382
Sixes2025
Half-centuries (50+)33
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score58211
Wickets340
Economy rate6.725.00
Best spell (wkts)40
Catches1015
Total dismissals1016
International career — T20I
StatisticBrad EvansDevdutt Padikkal
Matches372
Runs22438
Batting average13.1819.00
Strike rate128.7100.0
Wickets540
Bowling average19.59—
Economy rate8.46—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Brad Evans has played 37 T20Is and Devdutt Padikkal 2. Brad Evans has 224 runs at 13.2 (strike rate 128.7), against 38 at 19.0 (100.0) for Devdutt Padikkal, so Brad Evans has scored more. Brad Evans also bowls: 54 wickets at an economy of 8.46, while Devdutt Padikkal has not taken a T20I wicket.

Test. Brad Evans has played 3 Tests and Devdutt Padikkal 4. Brad Evans has 46 runs at 15.3, against 418 at 69.7 (60.1) for Devdutt Padikkal, so Devdutt Padikkal has scored more. Hundreds: Brad Evans 0, Devdutt Padikkal 2. Fifties: 0 and 1. Brad Evans also bowls: 10 wickets, while Devdutt Padikkal has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 1 September 2026.

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

Brad Evans vs Devdutt Padikkal — 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: Devdutt Padikkal has scored 38 T20I runs in 2 matches at an average of 19.00.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Brad Evans is the stronger pick with an average of 96 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 Devdutt Padikkal?

Based on recent data, Brad Evans has the edge with a higher average of 96 fantasy points per game. Devdutt Padikkal leads in runs scored (792 runs). Overall Brad Evans is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Brad Evans vs Devdutt Padikkal — who is a better fantasy captain?

Brad Evans is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 96 pts per game with a best score of 288 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 Devdutt Padikkal?

Brad Evans has the superior batting strike rate this season (131.6), 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 Devdutt Padikkal?

Brad Evans costs 8 Cr and Devdutt Padikkal 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 Devdutt Padikkal won?

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

Should I pick Brad Evans or Devdutt Padikkal 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 Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Brad Evans or Devdutt Padikkal?

Brad Evans has more T20I runs: Brad Evans has 224 in 37 matches (average 13.2) and Devdutt Padikkal has 38 in 2 (average 19.0).

Who has more Test runs, Brad Evans or Devdutt Padikkal?

Devdutt Padikkal has more Test runs: Brad Evans has 46 in 3 matches (average 15.3) and Devdutt Padikkal has 418 in 4 (average 69.7).
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