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Devdutt Padikkal vs Michael Bracewell — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Devdutt Padikkal or Michael Bracewell?

Michael Bracewell has the edge on the headline numbers: Michael Bracewell leads on T20I batting (434 runs, avg 19.7). 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. Michael Bracewell (Amsterdam Flames) has 434 T20I runs at avg 19.7 in 47 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
🏏
Michael Bracewell
🔥 AF · 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
🏏
Michael Bracewell
🔥 Amsterdam Flames
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
69
Avg Pts
204
Best FP
145.4
Pts/Cr
124
Total Runs
28
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
10 higher avg pts · 288 best fantasy score
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
VS
🏏 Michael Bracewell
T20I Career Overview
2Matches47
🏏 Batting
38Runs434
19.00Batting Avg19.73
100.00Strike Rate134.37
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries2
1Sixes 🔴17
29
Best Score
61*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets35
—Bowling Avg21.14
—Economy Rate7.34
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
3/5
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Devdutt Padikkal vs Michael Bracewell — 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 PadikkalMichael Bracewell
Matches1818
Avg fantasy points7969
Best fantasy score288204
Runs792124
Strike rate102.587.3
Fours8215
Sixes251
Half-centuries (50+)30
Centuries (100+)20
Highest score21132
Wickets028
Economy rate5.005.44
Best spell (wkts)05
Catches155
Total dismissals165
International career — T20I
StatisticDevdutt PadikkalMichael Bracewell
Matches247
Runs38434
Batting average19.0019.73
Strike rate100.0134.4
Half-centuries (50+)02
Wickets035
Bowling average—21.14
Economy rate—7.34

📋 Format by format

T20I. Devdutt Padikkal has played 2 T20Is and Michael Bracewell 47. Devdutt Padikkal has 38 runs at 19.0 (strike rate 100.0), against 434 at 19.7 (134.4) for Michael Bracewell, so Michael Bracewell has scored more. Michael Bracewell also bowls: 35 wickets at an economy of 7.34, while Devdutt Padikkal has not taken a T20I wicket.

Test. Devdutt Padikkal has played 4 Tests and Michael Bracewell 10. Devdutt Padikkal has 418 runs at 69.7 (strike rate 60.1), against 339 at 21.2 (57.1) for Michael Bracewell, so Devdutt Padikkal has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 2, Michael Bracewell 0. Fifties: 1 and 1. Michael Bracewell also bowls: 25 wickets at an economy of 3.60, while Devdutt Padikkal has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

Devdutt Padikkal vs Michael Bracewell — 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: Michael Bracewell has scored 434 T20I runs in 47 matches at an average of 19.73, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 35 T20I wickets at an average of 21.14 with an economy of 7.34.

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 Michael Bracewell?

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 Michael Bracewell — 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 Michael Bracewell?

Devdutt Padikkal has the superior batting strike rate this season (102.5), 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 Michael Bracewell?

Devdutt Padikkal costs 8.5 Cr and Michael Bracewell 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 Michael Bracewell won?

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

Should I pick Devdutt Padikkal or Michael Bracewell 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 Amsterdam Flames. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Michael Bracewell?

Michael Bracewell has more T20I runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 38 in 2 matches (average 19.0) and Michael Bracewell has 434 in 47 (average 19.7).

Who has more Test runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Michael Bracewell?

Devdutt Padikkal has more Test runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 418 in 4 matches (average 69.7) and Michael Bracewell has 339 in 10 (average 21.2).
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