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Devdutt Padikkal vs Lahiru Udara: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Q: Who has better IPL 2026 stats — Devdutt Padikkal or Lahiru Udara?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Lahiru Udara has the edge with a higher average of 84 fantasy points per game. Devdutt Padikkal leads in runs scored (792 runs). Overall Lahiru Udara is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Q: Who has a better strike rate — Devdutt Padikkal or Lahiru Udara?

Lahiru Udara has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (120.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

Q: How many MOTM awards have Devdutt Padikkal and Lahiru Udara won?

In IPL 2026, Devdutt Padikkal has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Lahiru Udara has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Who is better — Devdutt Padikkal or Lahiru Udara?

Compare batting averages, strike rates, wickets and IPL fantasy points below.

Devdutt Padikkal (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) has 38 T20I runs at avg 19.0 in 2 matches. Lahiru Udara (Sri Lanka) — international career stats below. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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PLAYER 1

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Devdutt Padikkal

🔴 RCB · 8.5 cr

PLAYER 2

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Lahiru Udara

🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 cr

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Devdutt Padikkal

🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru

BAT

8.5 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

288

Best FP

167.9

Pts/Cr

792

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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Lahiru Udara

🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM

8.5 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

268

Best FP

148.9

Pts/Cr

705

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.

📈 Slight Edge

🏏 Lahiru Udara

5 higher avg pts · 268 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM

🏏 Devdutt Padikkal

🏏 Lahiru Udara

T20I Career Overview

2Matches—

🏏 Batting

38Runs—

19.00Batting Avg—

100.00Strike Rate—

0Centuries—

0Half-Centuries—

1Sixes 🔴—

Best Score

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Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Devdutt Padikkal vs Lahiru Udara — 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
Statistic	Devdutt Padikkal	Lahiru Udara
Matches	18	15
Avg fantasy points	79	84
Best fantasy score	288	268
Runs	792	705
Strike rate	102.5	120.9
Fours	82	87
Sixes	25	22
Half-centuries (50+)	3	4
Centuries (100+)	2	2
Highest score	211	188
Economy rate	5.00	0.00
Catches	15	9
Total dismissals	16	11

Stats updated 27 Oct 2026

⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick

🏏 Devdutt Padikkal

✓ Superior run-scorer

✓ More big-hitting sixes

🏏 Lahiru Udara

✓ Higher strike rate

✓ Higher avg fantasy pts

✓ More MOTM awards

👑 Captaincy Recommendation

C: 🏏 Lahiru Udara

84 avg pts · 268 best · 1 MOTM

VC: 🏏 Devdutt Padikkal

Captaining Lahiru Udara gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Devdutt Padikkal vs Lahiru Udara — 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.

Lahiru Udara does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Lahiru Udara is the stronger pick with an average of 84 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 Lahiru Udara?

Based on recent data, Lahiru Udara has the edge with a higher average of 84 fantasy points per game. Devdutt Padikkal leads in runs scored (792 runs). Overall Lahiru Udara is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Devdutt Padikkal vs Lahiru Udara — who is a better fantasy captain?

Lahiru Udara is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 84 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 Lahiru Udara?

Lahiru Udara has the superior batting strike rate this season (120.9), 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 Lahiru Udara?

Devdutt Padikkal costs 8.5 Cr and Lahiru Udara 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 Lahiru Udara won?

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

Should I pick Devdutt Padikkal or Lahiru Udara in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Lahiru Udara 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.

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