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Dasun Shanaka vs Harry Brook: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Dasun Shanaka or Harry Brook?

Harry Brook has the edge on the headline numbers: Harry Brook leads on T20I batting (1,702 runs, avg 36.2). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Dasun Shanaka (Rajasthan Royals) has 1,912 T20I runs at avg 20.6 in 131 matches. Harry Brook (England) has 1,702 T20I runs at avg 36.2 in 71 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
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Dasun Shanaka
👑 RR · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Harry Brook
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 10 cr
🏏
Dasun Shanaka
👑 Rajasthan Royals
AR🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
53
Avg Pts
133
Best FP
159.1
Pts/Cr
435
Total Runs
8
Total Wkts
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Harry Brook
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
BAT🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
87
Avg Pts
307
Best FP
259.7
Pts/Cr
992
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Harry Brook
34 higher avg pts · 307 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Dasun Shanaka
VS
🏏 Harry Brook
T20I Career Overview
131Matches71
🏏 Batting
1912Runs1702
20.56Batting Avg36.21
0Centuries2
8Half-Centuries8
111Sixes 🔴75
76*
Best Score
114*
🎳 Bowling
46Wickets0
25.11Bowling Avg—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/16
Best Figures
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Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Dasun Shanaka vs Harry Brook — 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
StatisticDasun ShanakaHarry Brook
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5387
Best fantasy score133307
Runs435992
Strike rate166.7131.4
Fours2698
Sixes3339
Half-centuries (50+)25
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score97202
Wickets80
Economy rate9.664.00
Best spell (wkts)30
Catches818
Total dismissals918
International career — T20I
StatisticDasun ShanakaHarry Brook
Matches13171
Runs19121702
Batting average20.5636.21
Centuries (100+)02
Half-centuries (50+)88
Wickets460
Bowling average25.11—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Dasun Shanaka has played 131 T20Is and Harry Brook 71. Dasun Shanaka has 1,912 runs at 20.6, against 1,702 at 36.2 for Harry Brook, so Dasun Shanaka has scored more. Hundreds: Dasun Shanaka 0, Harry Brook 2. Fifties: 8 and 8. Dasun Shanaka also bowls: 46 wickets, while Harry Brook has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Dasun Shanaka has played 71 ODIs and Harry Brook 44. Dasun Shanaka has 1,299 runs at 22.4, against 1,530 at 38.3 for Harry Brook, so Harry Brook has scored more. Hundreds: Dasun Shanaka 2, Harry Brook 3. Fifties: 4 and 8. Dasun Shanaka also bowls: 27 wickets, while Harry Brook has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Dasun Shanaka has played 6 Tests and Harry Brook 41. Dasun Shanaka has 140 runs at 14.0 (strike rate 50.7), against 3,610 at 53.1 for Harry Brook, so Harry Brook has scored more. Hundreds: Dasun Shanaka 0, Harry Brook 10. Fifties: 1 and 20. With the ball, Dasun Shanaka has 13 wickets at an economy of 3.39 and Harry Brook 1 at 4.24; Dasun Shanaka has more wickets.

International numbers up to 27 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Dasun Shanaka
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
🏏 Harry Brook
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Harry Brook
87 avg pts · 307 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Dasun Shanaka
Captaining Harry Brook gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Dasun Shanaka vs Harry Brook — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Dasun Shanaka has scored 1,912 T20I runs in 131 matches at an average of 20.56, with 8 half-centuries. He has also taken 46 T20I wickets at an average of 25.11.

T20I career: Harry Brook has scored 1,702 T20I runs in 71 matches at an average of 36.21, with 2 centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Harry Brook is the stronger pick with an average of 87 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 — Dasun Shanaka or Harry Brook?

Based on recent data, Harry Brook has the edge with a higher average of 87 fantasy points per game. Harry Brook leads in runs scored (992 runs). Overall Harry Brook is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Dasun Shanaka vs Harry Brook — who is a better fantasy captain?

Harry Brook is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 87 pts per game with a best score of 307 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 — Dasun Shanaka or Harry Brook?

Dasun Shanaka 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 Dasun Shanaka and Harry Brook?

Dasun Shanaka costs 8.5 Cr and Harry Brook costs 10 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 Dasun Shanaka and Harry Brook won?

Dasun Shanaka has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Harry Brook has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Dasun Shanaka or Harry Brook in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Harry Brook is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Rajasthan Royals are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for England. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Dasun Shanaka or Harry Brook?

Dasun Shanaka has more T20I runs: Dasun Shanaka has 1,912 in 131 matches (average 20.6) and Harry Brook has 1,702 in 71 (average 36.2).

Who has more ODI runs, Dasun Shanaka or Harry Brook?

Harry Brook has more ODI runs: Dasun Shanaka has 1,299 in 71 matches (average 22.4) and Harry Brook has 1,530 in 44 (average 38.3).

Who has more Test runs, Dasun Shanaka or Harry Brook?

Harry Brook has more Test runs: Dasun Shanaka has 140 in 6 matches (average 14.0) and Harry Brook has 3,610 in 41 (average 53.1).
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