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Dane van Niekerk vs Jasprit Bumrah: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Dane van Niekerk or Jasprit Bumrah?

Dane van Niekerk has the edge on the headline numbers: Dane van Niekerk leads on T20I batting (1,633 runs, avg 29.7). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Dane van Niekerk (South Africa Women) has 1,633 T20I runs at avg 29.7 in 69 matches. Jasprit Bumrah (India) has 12 T20I runs at avg 2.0 in 100 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Dane van Niekerk
🇿🇦 SAW · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Jasprit Bumrah
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
🏏
Dane van Niekerk
🇿🇦 South Africa Women
BOWL🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
9
Avg Pts
14
Best FP
3.1
Pts/Cr
4
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Jasprit Bumrah
🇮🇳 India
BOWL
9.5 cr
Credits
26
Avg Pts
74
Best FP
54.7
Pts/Cr
25
Total Runs
11
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
17 higher avg pts · 74 best fantasy score
🏏 Dane van Niekerk
VS
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
T20I Career Overview
69Matches100
🏏 Batting
1633Runs12
29.69Batting Avg2.00
96.68Strike Rate66.67
0Centuries0
8Half-Centuries0
29Sixes 🔴0
72
Best Score
7
🎳 Bowling
51Wickets126
18.90Bowling Avg18.21
5.46Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/17
Best Figures
4/15
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Dane van Niekerk vs Jasprit Bumrah — 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
StatisticDane van NiekerkJasprit Bumrah
Matches320
Avg fantasy points926
Best fantasy score1474
Runs425
Strike rate80.0166.7
Fours04
Sixes01
Highest score420
Wickets011
Economy rate0.007.06
Best spell (wkts)02
Catches03
Total dismissals13
International career — T20I
StatisticDane van NiekerkJasprit Bumrah
Matches69100
Runs163312
Batting average29.692.00
Strike rate96.766.7
Half-centuries (50+)80
Wickets51126
Bowling average18.9018.21
Economy rate5.46—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Dane van Niekerk has played 69 T20Is and Jasprit Bumrah 100. Dane van Niekerk has 1,633 runs at 29.7 (strike rate 96.7), against 12 at 2.0 (66.7) for Jasprit Bumrah, so Dane van Niekerk has scored more. With the ball, Dane van Niekerk has 51 wickets at an economy of 5.46 and Jasprit Bumrah 126; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

ODI. Dane van Niekerk has played 61 ODIs and Jasprit Bumrah 91. Dane van Niekerk has 1,336 runs at 39.3 (strike rate 75.3), against 111 at 9.3 (64.9) for Jasprit Bumrah, so Dane van Niekerk has scored more. Hundreds: Dane van Niekerk 1, Jasprit Bumrah 0. Fifties: 6 and 0. With the ball, Dane van Niekerk has 62 wickets at an economy of 3.56 and Jasprit Bumrah 151; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

International numbers up to 16 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Dane van Niekerk
Evenly matched
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
26 avg pts · 74 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Dane van Niekerk
Captaining Jasprit Bumrah gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Dane van Niekerk vs Jasprit Bumrah — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Dane van Niekerk has scored 1,633 T20I runs in 69 matches at an average of 29.69, with 8 half-centuries. She has also taken 51 T20I wickets at an average of 18.90 with an economy of 5.46.

T20I career: Jasprit Bumrah has scored 12 T20I runs in 100 matches at an average of 2.00. He has also taken 126 T20I wickets at an average of 18.21.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Jasprit Bumrah is the stronger pick with an average of 26 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 — Dane van Niekerk or Jasprit Bumrah?

Based on recent data, Jasprit Bumrah has the edge with a higher average of 26 fantasy points per game. Jasprit Bumrah leads in runs scored (25 runs). Overall Jasprit Bumrah is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Dane van Niekerk vs Jasprit Bumrah — who is a better fantasy captain?

Jasprit Bumrah is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 26 pts per game with a best score of 74 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 — Dane van Niekerk or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah 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 Dane van Niekerk and Jasprit Bumrah?

Dane van Niekerk costs 8.5 Cr and Jasprit Bumrah costs 9.5 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 Dane van Niekerk and Jasprit Bumrah won?

Dane van Niekerk has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Jasprit Bumrah has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Dane van Niekerk or Jasprit Bumrah in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Jasprit Bumrah is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if South Africa Women are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Dane van Niekerk or Jasprit Bumrah?

Dane van Niekerk has more T20I runs: Dane van Niekerk has 1,633 in 69 matches (average 29.7) and Jasprit Bumrah has 12 in 100 (average 2.0).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Dane van Niekerk or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has more T20I wickets: Dane van Niekerk has 51 at an average of 18.9 and Jasprit Bumrah has 126 at 18.2.

Who has more ODI runs, Dane van Niekerk or Jasprit Bumrah?

Dane van Niekerk has more ODI runs: Dane van Niekerk has 1,336 in 61 matches (average 39.3) and Jasprit Bumrah has 111 in 91 (average 9.3).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Dane van Niekerk scores faster in ODIs: Dane van Niekerk strikes at 75.3 and Jasprit Bumrah at 64.9.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Dane van Niekerk or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has more ODI wickets: Dane van Niekerk has 62 at an average of 24.3 and Jasprit Bumrah has 151 at 23.7.
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