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Dane van Niekerk vs Rohit Sharma: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Dane van Niekerk or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has the edge on the headline numbers: Rohit Sharma leads on T20I batting (4,231 runs, avg 32.0). 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. Rohit Sharma (India) has 4,231 T20I runs at avg 32.0 in 159 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
🏏
Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 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
🏏
Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
9.5 cr
Credits
79
Avg Pts
214
Best FP
157.2
Pts/Cr
885
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rohit Sharma
70 higher avg pts · 214 best fantasy score
🏏 Dane van Niekerk
VS
🏏 Rohit Sharma
T20I Career Overview
69Matches159
🏏 Batting
1633Runs4231
29.69Batting Avg32.05
96.68Strike Rate140.89
0Centuries5
8Half-Centuries32
29Sixes 🔴205
72
Best Score
121*
🎳 Bowling
51Wickets1
18.90Bowling Avg113.00
5.46Economy Rate9.97
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/17
Best Figures
1/22
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Dane van Niekerk vs Rohit Sharma — 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 NiekerkRohit Sharma
Matches319
Avg fantasy points979
Best fantasy score14214
Runs4885
Strike rate80.0126.2
Fours085
Sixes049
Half-centuries (50+)05
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score4138
Catches09
Total dismissals19
International career — T20I
StatisticDane van NiekerkRohit Sharma
Matches69159
Runs16334231
Batting average29.6932.05
Strike rate96.7140.9
Centuries (100+)05
Half-centuries (50+)832
Wickets511
Bowling average18.90113.00
Economy rate5.469.97

📋 Format by format

T20I. Dane van Niekerk has played 69 T20Is and Rohit Sharma 159. Dane van Niekerk has 1,633 runs at 29.7 (strike rate 96.7), against 4,231 at 32.0 (140.9) for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Dane van Niekerk 0, Rohit Sharma 5. Fifties: 8 and 32. With the ball, Dane van Niekerk has 51 wickets at an economy of 5.46 and Rohit Sharma 1 at 9.97; Dane van Niekerk has more wickets.

ODI. Dane van Niekerk has played 61 ODIs and Rohit Sharma 291. Dane van Niekerk has 1,336 runs at 39.3 (strike rate 75.3), against 12,120 at 49.3 for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Dane van Niekerk 1, Rohit Sharma 35. Fifties: 6 and 63. With the ball, Dane van Niekerk has 62 wickets at an economy of 3.56 and Rohit Sharma 9 at 5.24; Dane van Niekerk has more wickets.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Dane van Niekerk
Evenly matched
🏏 Rohit Sharma
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rohit Sharma
79 avg pts · 214 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Dane van Niekerk
Captaining Rohit Sharma gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Dane van Niekerk vs Rohit Sharma — 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: Rohit Sharma has scored 4,231 T20I runs in 159 matches at an average of 32.05, with 5 centuries. He has also taken 1 T20I wickets at an average of 113.00 with an economy of 9.97.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Rohit Sharma is the stronger pick with an average of 79 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 Rohit Sharma?

Based on recent data, Rohit Sharma has the edge with a higher average of 79 fantasy points per game. Rohit Sharma leads in runs scored (885 runs). Overall Rohit Sharma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Dane van Niekerk vs Rohit Sharma — who is a better fantasy captain?

Rohit Sharma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 79 pts per game with a best score of 214 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 Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has the superior batting strike rate this season (126.2), 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 Rohit Sharma?

Dane van Niekerk costs 8.5 Cr and Rohit Sharma 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 Rohit Sharma won?

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

Should I pick Dane van Niekerk or Rohit Sharma in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Rohit Sharma 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 Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more T20I runs: Dane van Niekerk has 1,633 in 69 matches (average 29.7) and Rohit Sharma has 4,231 in 159 (average 32.0).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Rohit Sharma scores faster in T20Is: Dane van Niekerk strikes at 96.7 and Rohit Sharma at 140.9.

Who has more ODI runs, Dane van Niekerk or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more ODI runs: Dane van Niekerk has 1,336 in 61 matches (average 39.3) and Rohit Sharma has 12,120 in 291 (average 49.3).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Dane van Niekerk or Rohit Sharma?

Dane van Niekerk has more ODI wickets: Dane van Niekerk has 62 at an average of 24.3 and Rohit Sharma has 9 at 59.2.
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