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David Miller vs Ryan Rickelton — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — David Miller or Ryan Rickelton?

Ryan Rickelton has the edge on the headline numbers: Ryan Rickelton averages 72 IPL fantasy pts/match vs David Miller's 51. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

David Miller (Delhi Capitals) averages 51 fantasy pts per match. Ryan Rickelton (Mumbai Indians) averages 72 fantasy pts. Full IPL stats & fantasy cricket comparison: batting, bowling, fielding, and form.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
David Miller
💙 DC · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Ryan Rickelton
🔵 MI · 9 cr
🏏
David Miller
💙 Delhi Capitals
BAT🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
51
Avg Pts
216
Best FP
154.7
Pts/Cr
560
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Ryan Rickelton
🔵 Mumbai Indians
🧤 WK🌏 OS🏅 3× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
72
Avg Pts
217
Best FP
187.9
Pts/Cr
758
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Ryan Rickelton
21 higher avg pts · 217 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
1315Season Points1691
51Avg Pts / Match72
216Best Fantasy Score217
20Matches Played20
1MOTM Awards 🏅3
8.5Credits9
154.7Pts per Credit187.9

David Miller vs Ryan Rickelton — 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
StatisticDavid MillerRyan Rickelton
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5172
Best fantasy score216217
Runs560758
Strike rate134.9157.6
Fours4158
Sixes2751
Half-centuries (50+)15
Centuries (100+)11
Highest score142123
Catches1511
Total dismissals1612
International career — T20I
StatisticDavid MillerRyan Rickelton
Matches14029
Runs2804741
Batting average33.7828.50
Centuries (100+)20
Half-centuries (50+)94

📋 Format by format

T20I. David Miller has played 140 T20Is and Ryan Rickelton 29. David Miller has 2,804 runs at 33.8, against 741 at 28.5 for Ryan Rickelton, so David Miller has scored more. Hundreds: David Miller 2, Ryan Rickelton 0. Fifties: 9 and 4.

ODI. David Miller has played 180 ODIs and Ryan Rickelton 19. David Miller has 4,762 runs at 42.9, against 552 at 32.5 for Ryan Rickelton, so David Miller has scored more. Hundreds: David Miller 8, Ryan Rickelton 1. Fifties: 24 and 2.

International numbers up to 4 March 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 David Miller
Evenly matched
🏏 Ryan Rickelton
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Ryan Rickelton
72 avg pts · 217 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 David Miller
Captaining Ryan Rickelton gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

David Miller vs Ryan Rickelton is one of the most searched cricket comparisons, combining international career stats with IPL fantasy data. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.

David Miller is a specialist batter for Delhi Capitals, priced at 8.5 Cr this season. Over 20 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 1016 fantasy points, averaging 51 pts per game with a best of 216 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 560 IPL runs at a strike rate of 134.9. He has won Man of the Match 1 time this season.

International career: David Miller has scored 4,762 ODI runs in 180 matches at an average of 42.90, with 8 centuries internationally. In T20Is, he has 2,804 runs across 140 matches (avg 33.8).

Ryan Rickelton is a wicket-keeper batter for Mumbai Indians, priced at 9 Cr. Across 20 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 1439 fantasy points, averaging 72 pts per game with a best of 217 pts. He has scored 758 IPL runs at a strike rate of 157.6. He has won 3 MOTM awards this season.

International career: Ryan Rickelton has scored 741 T20I runs in 29 matches at an average of 28.50, with 4 half-centuries internationally. In ODIs, he has 552 runs across 19 matches (avg 32.5).

Batting edge: Ryan Rickelton leads with the bat this season, making them the better pick if the pitch is expected to be batting-friendly or if the match is being played on a flat track.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Ryan Rickelton is the stronger pick right now with an average of 72 pts per game and a best score of 217 pts. The value-for-money metric (points per credit) further reinforces this — always check this number before finalising your captain or vice-captain choice.

Captaincy Recommendation: Based on IPL 2026 season form, Ryan Rickelton is the safer captaincy option. However, if the opposition's bowling or batting lineup suits the other player, consider rotating your captain pick. Always check the playing XI, pitch report, and toss result before locking in your captain.

Stats are updated after every IPL 2026 match. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool or check the Fantasy Leaderboard to see how top managers are building their teams.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Who has better IPL 2026 stats — David Miller or Ryan Rickelton?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Ryan Rickelton has the edge with a higher average of 72 fantasy points per game. Ryan Rickelton leads in runs scored (758 runs). Overall Ryan Rickelton is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

David Miller vs Ryan Rickelton — who is a better fantasy captain?

Ryan Rickelton is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 72 pts per game with a best score of 217 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 — David Miller or Ryan Rickelton?

Ryan Rickelton has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (157.6), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between David Miller and Ryan Rickelton?

David Miller costs 8.5 Cr and Ryan Rickelton costs 9 Cr in IPL 2026 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 David Miller and Ryan Rickelton won?

In IPL 2026, David Miller has won 1 Man of the Match award and Ryan Rickelton has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick David Miller or Ryan Rickelton in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Ryan Rickelton is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick IPL 2026. However, consider the match conditions — if Delhi Capitals are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Mumbai Indians. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, David Miller or Ryan Rickelton?

David Miller has more T20I runs: David Miller has 2,804 in 140 matches (average 33.8) and Ryan Rickelton has 741 in 29 (average 28.5).

Who has more ODI runs, David Miller or Ryan Rickelton?

David Miller has more ODI runs: David Miller has 4,762 in 180 matches (average 42.9) and Ryan Rickelton has 552 in 19 (average 32.5).
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