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Devdutt Padikkal vs Jos Buttler — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Devdutt Padikkal or Jos Buttler?

Jos Buttler has the edge on the headline numbers: Jos Buttler leads on T20I batting (4,384 runs, avg 34.8). 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. Jos Buttler (England) has 4,384 T20I runs at avg 34.8 in 163 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
🏏
Jos Buttler
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 10 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
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Jos Buttler
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
🧤 WK🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
82
Avg Pts
271
Best FP
251.1
Pts/Cr
800
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.
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched — pick based on ground & match-up!
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
VS
🏏 Jos Buttler
T20I Career Overview
2Matches163
🏏 Batting
38Runs4384
19.00Batting Avg34.79
100.00Strike Rate—
0Centuries2
0Half-Centuries30
1Sixes 🔴186
29
Best Score
131
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Devdutt Padikkal vs Jos Buttler — 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 PadikkalJos Buttler
Matches1820
Avg fantasy points7982
Best fantasy score288271
Runs792800
Strike rate102.5167.0
Fours8263
Sixes2548
Half-centuries (50+)37
Centuries (100+)21
Highest score211131
Economy rate5.000.00
Catches1515
Total dismissals1622
International career — T20I
StatisticDevdutt PadikkalJos Buttler
Matches2163
Runs384384
Batting average19.0034.79
Strike rate100.0—
Centuries (100+)02
Half-centuries (50+)030

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T20I. Devdutt Padikkal has played 2 T20Is and Jos Buttler 163. Devdutt Padikkal has 38 runs at 19.0 (strike rate 100.0), against 4,384 at 34.8 for Jos Buttler, so Jos Buttler has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 0, Jos Buttler 2. Fifties: 0 and 30.

Test. Devdutt Padikkal has played 4 Tests and Jos Buttler 57. Devdutt Padikkal has 418 runs at 69.7 (strike rate 60.1), against 2,907 at 31.9 (54.2) for Jos Buttler, so Jos Buttler has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 2, Jos Buttler 2. Fifties: 1 and 18.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

Devdutt Padikkal vs Jos Buttler — 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: Jos Buttler has scored 4,384 T20I runs in 163 matches at an average of 34.79, with 2 centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Jos Buttler is the stronger pick with an average of 82 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 Jos Buttler?

Based on recent data, Jos Buttler has the edge with a higher average of 82 fantasy points per game. Jos Buttler leads in runs scored (800 runs). Overall Jos Buttler is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Devdutt Padikkal vs Jos Buttler — who is a better fantasy captain?

Jos Buttler is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 82 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 Jos Buttler?

Jos Buttler has the superior batting strike rate this season (167.0), 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 Jos Buttler?

Devdutt Padikkal costs 8.5 Cr and Jos Buttler costs 10 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 Jos Buttler won?

Devdutt Padikkal has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Jos Buttler has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Devdutt Padikkal or Jos Buttler in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Jos Buttler 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 England. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Jos Buttler?

Jos Buttler has more T20I runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 38 in 2 matches (average 19.0) and Jos Buttler has 4,384 in 163 (average 34.8).

Who has more Test runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Jos Buttler?

Jos Buttler has more Test runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 418 in 4 matches (average 69.7) and Jos Buttler has 2,907 in 57 (average 31.9).
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