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Dasun Shanaka vs Jasprit Bumrah — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Dasun Shanaka or Jasprit Bumrah?

Dasun Shanaka has the edge on the headline numbers: Dasun Shanaka leads on T20I batting (1,912 runs, avg 20.6). 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. 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
🏏
Dasun Shanaka
👑 RR · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Jasprit Bumrah
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
🏏
Dasun Shanaka
👑 Rajasthan Royals
AR🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
43
Avg Pts
113
Best FP
104.1
Pts/Cr
389
Total Runs
4
Total Wkts
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Jasprit Bumrah
🇮🇳 India
BOWL
9.5 cr
Credits
26
Avg Pts
74
Best FP
32.1
Pts/Cr
25
Total Runs
11
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Dasun Shanaka
17 higher avg pts · 113 best fantasy score
🏏 Dasun Shanaka
VS
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
T20I Career Overview
131Matches100
🏏 Batting
1912Runs12
20.56Batting Avg2.00
—Strike Rate66.67
0Centuries0
8Half-Centuries0
111Sixes 🔴0
76*
Best Score
7
🎳 Bowling
46Wickets126
25.11Bowling Avg18.21
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/16
Best Figures
4/15
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Dasun Shanaka 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
StatisticDasun ShanakaJasprit Bumrah
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points4326
Best fantasy score11374
Runs38925
Strike rate159.4166.7
Fours244
Sixes281
Half-centuries (50+)20
Highest score5820
Wickets411
Economy rate10.617.06
Best spell (wkts)12
Catches63
Total dismissals73
International career — T20I
StatisticDasun ShanakaJasprit Bumrah
Matches131100
Runs191212
Batting average20.562.00
Strike rate—66.7
Half-centuries (50+)80
Wickets46126
Bowling average25.1118.21

📋 Format by format

T20I. Dasun Shanaka has played 131 T20Is and Jasprit Bumrah 100. Dasun Shanaka has 1,912 runs at 20.6, against 12 at 2.0 (66.7) for Jasprit Bumrah, so Dasun Shanaka has scored more. With the ball, Dasun Shanaka has 46 wickets and Jasprit Bumrah 126; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

ODI. Dasun Shanaka has played 71 ODIs and Jasprit Bumrah 91. Dasun Shanaka has 1,299 runs at 22.4, against 111 at 9.3 (64.9) for Jasprit Bumrah, so Dasun Shanaka has scored more. Hundreds: Dasun Shanaka 2, Jasprit Bumrah 0. Fifties: 4 and 0. With the ball, Dasun Shanaka has 27 wickets and Jasprit Bumrah 151; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

Test. Dasun Shanaka has played 6 Tests and Jasprit Bumrah 52. Dasun Shanaka has 140 runs at 14.0 (strike rate 50.7), against 348 at 6.6 (41.3) for Jasprit Bumrah, so Jasprit Bumrah has scored more. With the ball, Dasun Shanaka has 13 wickets at an economy of 3.39 and Jasprit Bumrah 234 at 2.77; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

International numbers up to 16 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Dasun Shanaka
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Dasun Shanaka
43 avg pts · 113 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
Captaining Dasun Shanaka gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Dasun Shanaka vs Jasprit Bumrah — 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: 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, Dasun Shanaka is the stronger pick with an average of 43 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 Jasprit Bumrah?

Based on recent data, Dasun Shanaka has the edge with a higher average of 43 fantasy points per game. Dasun Shanaka leads in runs scored (389 runs). Overall Dasun Shanaka is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Dasun Shanaka vs Jasprit Bumrah — who is a better fantasy captain?

Dasun Shanaka is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 43 pts per game with a best score of 113 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 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 Dasun Shanaka and Jasprit Bumrah?

Dasun Shanaka 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 Dasun Shanaka and Jasprit Bumrah won?

Dasun Shanaka 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 Dasun Shanaka or Jasprit Bumrah in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Dasun Shanaka 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 India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Dasun Shanaka or Jasprit Bumrah?

Dasun Shanaka has more T20I runs: Dasun Shanaka has 1,912 in 131 matches (average 20.6) and Jasprit Bumrah has 12 in 100 (average 2.0).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Dasun Shanaka or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has more T20I wickets: Dasun Shanaka has 46 at an average of 25.1 and Jasprit Bumrah has 126 at 18.2.

Who has more ODI runs, Dasun Shanaka or Jasprit Bumrah?

Dasun Shanaka has more ODI runs: Dasun Shanaka has 1,299 in 71 matches (average 22.4) and Jasprit Bumrah has 111 in 91 (average 9.3).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Dasun Shanaka or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has more ODI wickets: Dasun Shanaka has 27 at an average of 37.0 and Jasprit Bumrah has 151 at 23.7.

Who has more Test runs, Dasun Shanaka or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has more Test runs: Dasun Shanaka has 140 in 6 matches (average 14.0) and Jasprit Bumrah has 348 in 52 (average 6.6).

Who has taken more Test wickets, Dasun Shanaka or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has more Test wickets: Dasun Shanaka has 13 at an average of 33.1 and Jasprit Bumrah has 234 at 19.8.
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