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Devdutt Padikkal vs Rohit Sharma: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Devdutt Padikkal or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has the edge on the headline numbers: Rohit Sharma leads on T20I batting (4,231 runs, avg 32.0). 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. Rohit Sharma (India) has 4,231 T20I runs at avg 32.0 in 159 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
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Devdutt Padikkal
🔴 RCB · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 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
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Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
9.5 cr
Credits
70
Avg Pts
214
Best FP
162.6
Pts/Cr
830
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.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
9 higher avg pts · 288 best fantasy score
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
VS
🏏 Rohit Sharma
T20I Career Overview
2Matches159
🏏 Batting
38Runs4231
19.00Batting Avg32.05
100.00Strike Rate140.89
0Centuries5
0Half-Centuries32
1Sixes 🔴205
29
Best Score
121*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets1
—Bowling Avg113.00
—Economy Rate9.97
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
1/22
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Devdutt Padikkal vs Rohit Sharma · 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 PadikkalRohit Sharma
Matches1820
Avg fantasy points7970
Best fantasy score288214
Runs792830
Strike rate102.5119.1
Fours8281
Sixes2545
Half-centuries (50+)34
Centuries (100+)22
Highest score211138
Economy rate5.000.00
Catches1510
Total dismissals1611
International career · T20I
StatisticDevdutt PadikkalRohit Sharma
Matches2159
Runs384231
Batting average19.0032.05
Strike rate100.0140.9
Centuries (100+)05
Half-centuries (50+)032
Wickets01
Bowling average—113.00
Economy rate—9.97

📋 Format by format

T20I. Devdutt Padikkal has played 2 T20Is and Rohit Sharma 159. Devdutt Padikkal has 38 runs at 19.0 (strike rate 100.0), against 4,231 at 32.0 (140.9) for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 0, Rohit Sharma 5. Fifties: 0 and 32.

Test. Devdutt Padikkal has played 4 Tests and Rohit Sharma 67. Devdutt Padikkal has 418 runs at 69.7 (strike rate 60.1), against 4,301 at 40.6 (57.1) for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 2, Rohit Sharma 12. Fifties: 1 and 18.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

Did you know: Rohit Sharma

  • His 264 against Sri Lanka at Eden Gardens in 2014 is the highest individual score in ODI cricket.
  • He has three ODI double centuries, more than anyone else.
  • He scored five centuries at the 2019 World Cup, the most by anyone at a single World Cup, and has seven World Cup hundreds in all.
  • He has hit more sixes than anyone in international cricket.
Full Rohit Sharma profile →

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Devdutt Padikkal vs Rohit Sharma · 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: Rohit Sharma has scored 4,231 T20I runs in 159 matches at an average of 32.05, with 5 centuries. He has also taken 1 T20I wickets at an average of 113.00 with an economy of 9.97.

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 Rohit Sharma?

Based on recent data, Devdutt Padikkal has the edge with a higher average of 79 fantasy points per game. Rohit Sharma leads in runs scored (830 runs). Overall Devdutt Padikkal is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Devdutt Padikkal vs Rohit Sharma: 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 Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has the superior batting strike rate this season (119.1), 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 Rohit Sharma?

Devdutt Padikkal costs 8.5 Cr and Rohit Sharma costs 9.5 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 Rohit Sharma won?

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

Should I pick Devdutt Padikkal or Rohit Sharma 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 Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more T20I runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 38 in 2 matches (average 19.0) and Rohit Sharma has 4,231 in 159 (average 32.0).

Who has more Test runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more Test runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 418 in 4 matches (average 69.7) and Rohit Sharma has 4,301 in 67 (average 40.6).
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