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Devdutt Padikkal vs Ishan Kishan — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Devdutt Padikkal or Ishan Kishan?

Ishan Kishan has the edge on the headline numbers: Ishan Kishan leads on T20I batting (1,801 runs, avg 31.1). 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. Ishan Kishan (India) has 1,801 T20I runs at avg 31.1 in 62 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Devdutt Padikkal
🔴 RCB · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Ishan Kishan
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
🏏
Devdutt Padikkal
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
BAT
8.5 cr
Credits
79
Avg Pts
288
Best FP
167.4
Pts/Cr
792
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Ishan Kishan
🇮🇳 India
🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
58
Avg Pts
151
Best FP
237.8
Pts/Cr
602
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
21 higher avg pts · 288 best fantasy score
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
VS
🏏 Ishan Kishan
T20I Career Overview
2Matches62
🏏 Batting
38Runs1801
19.00Batting Avg31.05
100.00Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries13
1Sixes 🔴77
29
Best Score
103
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Devdutt Padikkal vs Ishan Kishan — 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 PadikkalIshan Kishan
Matches1820
Avg fantasy points7958
Best fantasy score288151
Runs792602
Strike rate102.5144.4
Fours8265
Sixes2518
Half-centuries (50+)33
Centuries (100+)20
Highest score21181
Economy rate5.000.00
Catches1517
Total dismissals1620
International career — T20I
StatisticDevdutt PadikkalIshan Kishan
Matches262
Runs381801
Batting average19.0031.05
Strike rate100.0—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)013

📋 Format by format

T20I. Devdutt Padikkal has played 2 T20Is and Ishan Kishan 62. Devdutt Padikkal has 38 runs at 19.0 (strike rate 100.0), against 1,801 at 31.1 for Ishan Kishan, so Ishan Kishan has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 0, Ishan Kishan 1. Fifties: 0 and 13.

Test. Devdutt Padikkal has played 4 Tests and Ishan Kishan 2. Devdutt Padikkal has 418 runs at 69.7 (strike rate 60.1), against 78 at 78.0 (85.7) for Ishan Kishan, so Devdutt Padikkal has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 2, Ishan Kishan 0. Fifties: 1 and 1.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Ishan Kishan
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
79 avg pts · 288 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Ishan Kishan
Captaining Devdutt Padikkal gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Devdutt Padikkal vs Ishan Kishan — 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: Ishan Kishan has scored 1,801 T20I runs in 62 matches at an average of 31.05, with 1 century.

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 Ishan Kishan?

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 Ishan Kishan — 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 Ishan Kishan?

Ishan Kishan has the superior batting strike rate this season (144.4), 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 Ishan Kishan?

Devdutt Padikkal costs 8.5 Cr and Ishan Kishan costs 9 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 Ishan Kishan won?

Devdutt Padikkal has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Ishan Kishan has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Devdutt Padikkal or Ishan Kishan 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 India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Ishan Kishan?

Ishan Kishan has more T20I runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 38 in 2 matches (average 19.0) and Ishan Kishan has 1,801 in 62 (average 31.1).

Who has more Test runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Ishan Kishan?

Devdutt Padikkal has more Test runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 418 in 4 matches (average 69.7) and Ishan Kishan has 78 in 2 (average 78.0).
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