Cameron Green vs Josh Hazlewood — IPL 2026

Cameron Green vs Josh Hazlewood is one of the most searched IPL 2026 fantasy comparisons. 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 10 Cr this season. Over 11 matches he has scored a total of 585 fantasy points, averaging 53 pts per game with a best of 148 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 264 runs at a strike rate of 145.1, and has claimed 4 wickets with an economy of 11.46.

Josh Hazlewood is a specialist bowler for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, priced at 9.5 Cr. Across 9 matches he has earned 426 fantasy points, averaging 47 pts per game with a best of 156 pts., picking up 11 wickets at an economy of 9.21. He has won 2 MOTM awards this season.

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

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Cameron Green is the stronger pick right now with an average of 53 pts per game and a best score of 148 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, Cameron Green 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.