Cameron Green vs Devdutt Padikkal — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Cameron Green vs Devdutt Padikkal is one of the most searched cricket comparisons, combining international career stats with IPL fantasy data. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.

Cameron Green is a all-rounder for Kolkata Knight Riders, priced at 9 Cr this season. Over 14 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 775 fantasy points, averaging 55 pts per game with a best of 148 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 322 IPL runs at a strike rate of 145.7, and has claimed 7 IPL wickets with an economy of 10.38.

International career: Cameron Green has scored 1,736 TEST runs in 37 matches at an average of 32.75, with 2 centuries internationally. He has also taken 39 TEST wickets at an average of 38.95 with an economy of 3.56. In ODIs, he has 782 runs across 31 matches (avg 41.2).

Devdutt Padikkal is a specialist batter for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, priced at 9 Cr. Across 14 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 952 fantasy points, averaging 68 pts per game with a best of 152 pts. He has scored 463 IPL runs at a strike rate of 170.8.

International career: Devdutt Padikkal has scored 38 T20I runs in 2 matches at an average of 19.00 internationally.

Batting edge: Devdutt Padikkal leads with the bat this season, making them the better pick if the pitch is expected to be batting-friendly or if the match is being played on a flat track.

Bowling edge: Cameron Green has been the more impactful bowler in IPL 2026, and becomes especially valuable in conditions that offer pace or spin movement.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Devdutt Padikkal is the stronger pick right now with an average of 68 pts per game and a best score of 152 pts. The value-for-money metric (points per credit) further reinforces this — always check this number before finalising your captain or vice-captain choice.

Captaincy Recommendation: Based on IPL 2026 season form, Devdutt Padikkal is the safer captaincy option. However, if the opposition's bowling or batting lineup suits the other player, consider rotating your captain pick. Always check the playing XI, pitch report, and toss result before locking in your captain.

Stats are updated after every IPL 2026 match. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool or check the Fantasy Leaderboard to see how top managers are building their teams.