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Dasun Shanaka vs Michael Bracewell: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Dasun Shanaka or Michael Bracewell?

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. Michael Bracewell (Amsterdam Flames) has 434 T20I runs at avg 19.7 in 47 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
🏏
Michael Bracewell
🔥 AF · 8.5 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
🏏
Michael Bracewell
🔥 Amsterdam Flames
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
69
Avg Pts
204
Best FP
153.8
Pts/Cr
131
Total Runs
30
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Michael Bracewell
16 higher avg pts · 204 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Dasun Shanaka
VS
🏏 Michael Bracewell
T20I Career Overview
131Matches47
🏏 Batting
1912Runs434
20.56Batting Avg19.73
—Strike Rate134.37
0Centuries0
8Half-Centuries2
111Sixes 🔴17
76*
Best Score
61*
🎳 Bowling
46Wickets35
25.11Bowling Avg21.14
—Economy Rate7.34
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/16
Best Figures
3/5
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Dasun Shanaka vs Michael Bracewell — 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 ShanakaMichael Bracewell
Matches2019
Avg fantasy points5369
Best fantasy score133204
Runs435131
Strike rate166.788.5
Fours2615
Sixes331
Half-centuries (50+)20
Highest score9732
Wickets830
Economy rate9.665.63
Best spell (wkts)35
Catches85
Total dismissals95
International career — T20I
StatisticDasun ShanakaMichael Bracewell
Matches13147
Runs1912434
Batting average20.5619.73
Strike rate—134.4
Half-centuries (50+)82
Wickets4635
Bowling average25.1121.14
Economy rate—7.34

📋 Format by format

T20I. Dasun Shanaka has played 131 T20Is and Michael Bracewell 47. Dasun Shanaka has 1,912 runs at 20.6, against 434 at 19.7 (134.4) for Michael Bracewell, so Dasun Shanaka has scored more. With the ball, Dasun Shanaka has 46 wickets and Michael Bracewell 35 at 7.34; Dasun Shanaka has more wickets.

ODI. Dasun Shanaka has played 71 ODIs and Michael Bracewell 48. Dasun Shanaka has 1,299 runs at 22.4, against 1,042 at 35.9 (107.5) for Michael Bracewell, so Dasun Shanaka has scored more. Hundreds: Dasun Shanaka 2, Michael Bracewell 2. Fifties: 4 and 3. With the ball, Dasun Shanaka has 27 wickets and Michael Bracewell 46 at 4.93; Michael Bracewell has more wickets.

Test. Dasun Shanaka has played 6 Tests and Michael Bracewell 10. Dasun Shanaka has 140 runs at 14.0 (strike rate 50.7), against 339 at 21.2 (57.1) for Michael Bracewell, so Michael Bracewell has scored more. With the ball, Dasun Shanaka has 13 wickets at an economy of 3.39 and Michael Bracewell 25 at 3.60; Michael Bracewell has more wickets while Dasun Shanaka is more economical.

International numbers up to 21 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Dasun Shanaka
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
🏏 Michael Bracewell
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Michael Bracewell
69 avg pts · 204 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Dasun Shanaka
Captaining Michael Bracewell gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Dasun Shanaka vs Michael Bracewell — 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: Michael Bracewell has scored 434 T20I runs in 47 matches at an average of 19.73, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 35 T20I wickets at an average of 21.14 with an economy of 7.34.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Michael Bracewell is the stronger pick with an average of 69 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 Michael Bracewell?

Based on recent data, Michael Bracewell has the edge with a higher average of 69 fantasy points per game. Dasun Shanaka leads in runs scored (435 runs). Overall Michael Bracewell is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Dasun Shanaka vs Michael Bracewell — who is a better fantasy captain?

Michael Bracewell is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 69 pts per game with a best score of 204 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 Michael Bracewell?

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 Michael Bracewell?

Dasun Shanaka costs 8.5 Cr and Michael Bracewell costs 8.5 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 Michael Bracewell won?

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

Should I pick Dasun Shanaka or Michael Bracewell in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Michael Bracewell 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 Amsterdam Flames. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Dasun Shanaka or Michael Bracewell?

Dasun Shanaka has more T20I runs: Dasun Shanaka has 1,912 in 131 matches (average 20.6) and Michael Bracewell has 434 in 47 (average 19.7).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Dasun Shanaka or Michael Bracewell?

Dasun Shanaka has more T20I wickets: Dasun Shanaka has 46 at an average of 25.1 and Michael Bracewell has 35 at 21.1.

Who has more ODI runs, Dasun Shanaka or Michael Bracewell?

Dasun Shanaka has more ODI runs: Dasun Shanaka has 1,299 in 71 matches (average 22.4) and Michael Bracewell has 1,042 in 48 (average 35.9).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Dasun Shanaka or Michael Bracewell?

Michael Bracewell has more ODI wickets: Dasun Shanaka has 27 at an average of 37.0 and Michael Bracewell has 46 at 34.6.

Who has more Test runs, Dasun Shanaka or Michael Bracewell?

Michael Bracewell has more Test runs: Dasun Shanaka has 140 in 6 matches (average 14.0) and Michael Bracewell has 339 in 10 (average 21.2).

Who has taken more Test wickets, Dasun Shanaka or Michael Bracewell?

Michael Bracewell has more Test wickets: Dasun Shanaka has 13 at an average of 33.1 and Michael Bracewell has 25 at 47.9.
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