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Devdutt Padikkal vs Dunith Wellalage — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Devdutt Padikkal or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has the edge on the headline numbers: Dunith Wellalage leads on T20I batting (137 runs, avg 19.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Devdutt Padikkal (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) has 38 T20I runs at avg 19.0 in 2 matches. Dunith Wellalage (Sri Lanka) has 137 T20I runs at avg 19.6 in 16 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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Devdutt Padikkal
🔴 RCB · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Dunith Wellalage
🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 cr
🏏
Devdutt Padikkal
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
BAT
8.5 cr
Credits
79
Avg Pts
288
Best FP
167.9
Pts/Cr
792
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Dunith Wellalage
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
77
Avg Pts
147
Best FP
154.2
Pts/Cr
310
Total Runs
22
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched — pick based on ground & match-up!
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
VS
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
T20I Career Overview
2Matches16
🏏 Batting
38Runs137
19.00Batting Avg19.57
100.00Strike Rate113.22
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries0
1Sixes 🔴3
29
Best Score
43
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets19
—Bowling Avg22.68
—Economy Rate7.24
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
3/9
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Devdutt Padikkal vs Dunith Wellalage — 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
StatisticDevdutt PadikkalDunith Wellalage
Matches1817
Avg fantasy points7977
Best fantasy score288147
Runs792310
Strike rate102.5128.1
Fours8229
Sixes2512
Half-centuries (50+)31
Centuries (100+)20
Highest score21156
Wickets022
Economy rate5.007.33
Best spell (wkts)03
Catches158
Total dismissals168
International career — T20I
StatisticDevdutt PadikkalDunith Wellalage
Matches216
Runs38137
Batting average19.0019.57
Strike rate100.0113.2
Wickets019
Bowling average—22.68
Economy rate—7.24

📋 Format by format

T20I. Devdutt Padikkal has played 2 T20Is and Dunith Wellalage 16. Devdutt Padikkal has 38 runs at 19.0 (strike rate 100.0), against 137 at 19.6 (113.2) for Dunith Wellalage, so Dunith Wellalage has scored more. Dunith Wellalage also bowls: 19 wickets at an economy of 7.24, while Devdutt Padikkal has not taken a T20I wicket.

Test. Devdutt Padikkal has played 4 Tests and Dunith Wellalage 1. Devdutt Padikkal has 418 runs at 69.7 (strike rate 60.1), against 29 at 14.5 (61.7) for Dunith Wellalage, so Devdutt Padikkal has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 2, Dunith Wellalage 0. Fifties: 1 and 0.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
Both players are closely matched — consider pitch conditions and recent form before choosing captain.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Devdutt Padikkal vs Dunith Wellalage — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Devdutt Padikkal has scored 38 T20I runs in 2 matches at an average of 19.00.

T20I career: Dunith Wellalage has scored 137 T20I runs in 16 matches at an average of 19.57. He has also taken 19 T20I wickets at an average of 22.68 with an economy of 7.24.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Devdutt Padikkal is the stronger pick with an average of 79 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 — Devdutt Padikkal or Dunith Wellalage?

Based on recent data, Devdutt Padikkal has the edge with a higher average of 79 fantasy points per game. Devdutt Padikkal leads in runs scored (792 runs). Overall Devdutt Padikkal is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Devdutt Padikkal vs Dunith Wellalage — who is a better fantasy captain?

Devdutt Padikkal is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 79 pts per game with a best score of 288 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 — Devdutt Padikkal or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has the superior batting strike rate this season (128.1), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Devdutt Padikkal and Dunith Wellalage?

Devdutt Padikkal costs 8.5 Cr and Dunith Wellalage 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 Devdutt Padikkal and Dunith Wellalage won?

Devdutt Padikkal has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Dunith Wellalage has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Devdutt Padikkal or Dunith Wellalage in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Devdutt Padikkal is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Royal Challengers Bengaluru are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Sri Lanka. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has more T20I runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 38 in 2 matches (average 19.0) and Dunith Wellalage has 137 in 16 (average 19.6).

Who has more Test runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Dunith Wellalage?

Devdutt Padikkal has more Test runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 418 in 4 matches (average 69.7) and Dunith Wellalage has 29 in 1 (average 14.5).
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