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Devdutt Padikkal vs Nitish Kumar Reddy — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Devdutt Padikkal or Nitish Kumar Reddy?

Nitish Kumar Reddy has the edge on the headline numbers: Nitish Kumar Reddy leads on T20I bowling (3 wickets). 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. Nitish Kumar Reddy (India) has 90 T20I runs in 4 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
🏏
Nitish Kumar Reddy
🇮🇳 IND · 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
🏏
Nitish Kumar Reddy
🇮🇳 India
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
55
Avg Pts
125
Best FP
145.5
Pts/Cr
293
Total Runs
16
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
24 higher avg pts · 288 best fantasy score
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
VS
🏏 Nitish Kumar Reddy
T20I Career Overview
2Matches4
🏏 Batting
38Runs90
19.00Batting Avg—
100.00Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries1
1Sixes 🔴0
29
Best Score
74
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets3
—Bowling Avg0.00
05-Wkt Hauls0
—
Best Figures
2/23
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Devdutt Padikkal vs Nitish Kumar Reddy — 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 PadikkalNitish Kumar Reddy
Matches1820
Avg fantasy points7955
Best fantasy score288125
Runs792293
Strike rate102.5162.8
Fours8218
Sixes2520
Half-centuries (50+)31
Centuries (100+)20
Highest score21156
Wickets016
Economy rate5.009.08
Best spell (wkts)03
Catches1513
Total dismissals1614
International career — T20I
StatisticDevdutt PadikkalNitish Kumar Reddy
Matches24
Runs3890
Batting average19.00—
Strike rate100.0—
Half-centuries (50+)01
Wickets03

📋 Format by format

T20I. Devdutt Padikkal has played 2 T20Is and Nitish Kumar Reddy 4. Devdutt Padikkal has 38 runs at 19.0 (strike rate 100.0), against 90 for Nitish Kumar Reddy, so Nitish Kumar Reddy has scored more.

Test. Devdutt Padikkal has played 4 Tests and Nitish Kumar Reddy 10. Devdutt Padikkal has 418 runs at 69.7 (strike rate 60.1), against 396 for Nitish Kumar Reddy, so Devdutt Padikkal has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 2, Nitish Kumar Reddy 1. Fifties: 1 and 0. Nitish Kumar Reddy also bowls: 8 wickets, 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
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Nitish Kumar Reddy
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
79 avg pts · 288 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Nitish Kumar Reddy
Captaining Devdutt Padikkal gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Devdutt Padikkal vs Nitish Kumar Reddy — 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: He has also taken 3 T20I wickets.

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 Nitish Kumar Reddy?

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 Nitish Kumar Reddy — 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 Nitish Kumar Reddy?

Nitish Kumar Reddy has the superior batting strike rate this season (162.8), 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 Nitish Kumar Reddy?

Devdutt Padikkal costs 8.5 Cr and Nitish Kumar Reddy 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 Nitish Kumar Reddy won?

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

Should I pick Devdutt Padikkal or Nitish Kumar Reddy 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 Nitish Kumar Reddy?

Nitish Kumar Reddy has more T20I runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 38 in 2 matches (average 19.0) and Nitish Kumar Reddy has 90 in 4.

Who has more Test runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Nitish Kumar Reddy?

Devdutt Padikkal has more Test runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 418 in 4 matches (average 69.7) and Nitish Kumar Reddy has 396 in 10.
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