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Danushka Gunathilaka vs Rohit Sharma: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Danushka Gunathilaka 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.

Danushka Gunathilaka () has 741 T20I runs at avg 16.5 in 46 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
🏏
Danushka Gunathilaka
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
🏏
Danushka Gunathilaka
AR
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
9.5 cr
Credits
75
Avg Pts
214
Best FP
158.1
Pts/Cr
885
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rohit Sharma
75 higher avg pts · 214 best fantasy score
🏏 Danushka Gunathilaka
VS
🏏 Rohit Sharma
T20I Career Overview
46Matches159
🏏 Batting
741Runs4231
16.47Batting Avg32.05
120.49Strike Rate140.89
0Centuries5
3Half-Centuries32
21Sixes 🔴205
57
Best Score
121*
🎳 Bowling
6Wickets1
25.83Bowling Avg113.00
7.56Economy Rate9.97
05-Wkt Hauls0
2/3
Best Figures
1/22
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Danushka Gunathilaka 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
StatisticDanushka GunathilakaRohit Sharma
Matches020
Avg fantasy points075
Best fantasy score0214
Runs0885
Strike rate0.0125.2
Fours085
Sixes049
Half-centuries (50+)05
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score0138
Catches09
Total dismissals010
International career · T20I
StatisticDanushka GunathilakaRohit Sharma
Matches46159
Runs7414231
Batting average16.4732.05
Strike rate120.5140.9
Centuries (100+)05
Half-centuries (50+)332
Wickets61
Bowling average25.83113.00
Economy rate7.569.97

📋 Format by format

T20I. Danushka Gunathilaka has played 46 T20Is and Rohit Sharma 159. Danushka Gunathilaka has 741 runs at 16.5 (strike rate 120.5), against 4,231 at 32.0 (140.9) for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Danushka Gunathilaka 0, Rohit Sharma 5. Fifties: 3 and 32. With the ball, Danushka Gunathilaka has 6 wickets at an economy of 7.56 and Rohit Sharma 1 at 9.97; Danushka Gunathilaka has more wickets.

ODI. Danushka Gunathilaka has played 47 ODIs and Rohit Sharma 291. Danushka Gunathilaka has 1,601 runs at 35.6 (strike rate 86.8), against 12,120 at 49.3 for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Danushka Gunathilaka 2, Rohit Sharma 35. Fifties: 11 and 63. With the ball, Danushka Gunathilaka has 8 wickets at an economy of 5.54 and Rohit Sharma 9 at 5.24; Rohit Sharma has more wickets.

Test. Danushka Gunathilaka has played 8 Tests and Rohit Sharma 67. Danushka Gunathilaka has 299 runs at 18.7 (strike rate 50.1), against 4,301 at 40.6 (57.1) for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Danushka Gunathilaka 0, Rohit Sharma 12. Fifties: 2 and 18.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

Did you know: Rohit Sharma

  • His 264 against Sri Lanka at Eden Gardens in 2014 is the highest individual score in ODI cricket.
  • He has three ODI double centuries, more than anyone else.
  • He scored five centuries at the 2019 World Cup, the most by anyone at a single World Cup, and has seven World Cup hundreds in all.
  • He has hit more sixes than anyone in international cricket.
Full Rohit Sharma profile →

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Danushka Gunathilaka vs Rohit Sharma · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Danushka Gunathilaka has scored 741 T20I runs in 46 matches at an average of 16.47, with 3 half-centuries. He has also taken 6 T20I wickets at an average of 25.83 with an economy of 7.56.

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 75 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, Danushka Gunathilaka or Rohit Sharma?

Based on recent data, Rohit Sharma has the edge with a higher average of 75 fantasy points per game. Rohit Sharma leads in runs scored (885 runs). Overall Rohit Sharma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Danushka Gunathilaka vs Rohit Sharma: who is a better fantasy captain?

Rohit Sharma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 75 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, Danushka Gunathilaka or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has the superior batting strike rate this season (125.2), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Danushka Gunathilaka and Rohit Sharma?

Danushka Gunathilaka costs 8 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 Danushka Gunathilaka and Rohit Sharma won?

Danushka Gunathilaka 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 Danushka Gunathilaka 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 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, Danushka Gunathilaka or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more T20I runs: Danushka Gunathilaka has 741 in 46 matches (average 16.5) and Rohit Sharma has 4,231 in 159 (average 32.0).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Rohit Sharma scores faster in T20Is: Danushka Gunathilaka strikes at 120.5 and Rohit Sharma at 140.9.

Who has more ODI runs, Danushka Gunathilaka or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more ODI runs: Danushka Gunathilaka has 1,601 in 47 matches (average 35.6) and Rohit Sharma has 12,120 in 291 (average 49.3).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Danushka Gunathilaka or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more ODI wickets: Danushka Gunathilaka has 8 at an average of 46.4 and Rohit Sharma has 9 at 59.2.

Who has more Test runs, Danushka Gunathilaka or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more Test runs: Danushka Gunathilaka has 299 in 8 matches (average 18.7) and Rohit Sharma has 4,301 in 67 (average 40.6).
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