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Dasun Shanaka vs Sikandar Raza: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Dasun Shanaka or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has the edge on the headline numbers: Sikandar Raza leads on T20I batting (2,740 runs, avg 25.6). 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. Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe) has 2,740 T20I runs at avg 25.6 in 123 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
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 ZIM · 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
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
66
Avg Pts
169
Best FP
157.5
Pts/Cr
496
Total Runs
15
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Sikandar Raza
13 higher avg pts · 169 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Dasun Shanaka
VS
🏏 Sikandar Raza
T20I Career Overview
131Matches123
🏏 Batting
1912Runs2740
20.56Batting Avg25.61
—Strike Rate136.32
0Centuries1
8Half-Centuries15
111Sixes 🔴136
76*
Best Score
133*
🎳 Bowling
46Wickets103
25.11Bowling Avg24.06
—Economy Rate7.08
05-Wkt Hauls1
3/16
Best Figures
5/18
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Dasun Shanaka vs Sikandar Raza — 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 ShanakaSikandar Raza
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5366
Best fantasy score133169
Runs435496
Strike rate166.792.4
Fours2639
Sixes3313
Half-centuries (50+)22
Highest score9781
Wickets815
Economy rate9.666.32
Best spell (wkts)32
Catches811
Total dismissals913
International career — T20I
StatisticDasun ShanakaSikandar Raza
Matches131123
Runs19122740
Batting average20.5625.61
Strike rate—136.3
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)815
Wickets46103
Bowling average25.1124.06
Economy rate—7.08
Five-wicket hauls01

📋 Format by format

T20I. Dasun Shanaka has played 131 T20Is and Sikandar Raza 123. Dasun Shanaka has 1,912 runs at 20.6, against 2,740 at 25.6 (136.3) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Dasun Shanaka 0, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 8 and 15. With the ball, Dasun Shanaka has 46 wickets and Sikandar Raza 103 at 7.08; Sikandar Raza has more wickets.

ODI. Dasun Shanaka has played 71 ODIs and Sikandar Raza 128. Dasun Shanaka has 1,299 runs at 22.4, against 3,707 at 36.7 (87.8) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Dasun Shanaka 2, Sikandar Raza 6. Fifties: 4 and 20. With the ball, Dasun Shanaka has 27 wickets and Sikandar Raza 76 at 4.96; Sikandar Raza has more wickets.

Test. Dasun Shanaka has played 6 Tests and Sikandar Raza 18. Dasun Shanaka has 140 runs at 14.0 (strike rate 50.7), against 1,120 at 31.1 (54.6) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Dasun Shanaka 0, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 1 and 8. With the ball, Dasun Shanaka has 13 wickets at an economy of 3.39 and Sikandar Raza 34 at 3.30; Sikandar Raza has more wickets.

International numbers up to 1 September 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Dasun Shanaka
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
🏏 Sikandar Raza
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Sikandar Raza
66 avg pts · 169 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Dasun Shanaka
Captaining Sikandar Raza gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Dasun Shanaka vs Sikandar Raza — 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: Sikandar Raza has scored 2,740 T20I runs in 123 matches at an average of 25.61, with 1 century. He has also taken 103 T20I wickets at an average of 24.06 with an economy of 7.08.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Sikandar Raza is the stronger pick with an average of 66 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 Sikandar Raza?

Based on recent data, Sikandar Raza has the edge with a higher average of 66 fantasy points per game. Sikandar Raza leads in runs scored (496 runs). Overall Sikandar Raza is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Dasun Shanaka vs Sikandar Raza — who is a better fantasy captain?

Sikandar Raza is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 66 pts per game with a best score of 169 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 Sikandar Raza?

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 Sikandar Raza?

Dasun Shanaka costs 8.5 Cr and Sikandar Raza 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 Sikandar Raza won?

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

Should I pick Dasun Shanaka or Sikandar Raza in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Sikandar Raza 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 Zimbabwe. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Dasun Shanaka or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more T20I runs: Dasun Shanaka has 1,912 in 131 matches (average 20.6) and Sikandar Raza has 2,740 in 123 (average 25.6).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Dasun Shanaka or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more T20I wickets: Dasun Shanaka has 46 at an average of 25.1 and Sikandar Raza has 103 at 24.1.

Who has more ODI runs, Dasun Shanaka or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more ODI runs: Dasun Shanaka has 1,299 in 71 matches (average 22.4) and Sikandar Raza has 3,707 in 128 (average 36.7).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Dasun Shanaka or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more ODI wickets: Dasun Shanaka has 27 at an average of 37.0 and Sikandar Raza has 76 at 46.3.

Who has more Test runs, Dasun Shanaka or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more Test runs: Dasun Shanaka has 140 in 6 matches (average 14.0) and Sikandar Raza has 1,120 in 18 (average 31.1).

Who has taken more Test wickets, Dasun Shanaka or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more Test wickets: Dasun Shanaka has 13 at an average of 33.1 and Sikandar Raza has 34 at 46.1.
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