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Devdutt Padikkal vs Shai Hope — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Devdutt Padikkal or Shai Hope?

Shai Hope has the edge on the headline numbers: Shai Hope leads on T20I batting (1,743 runs, avg 30.1). 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. Shai Hope (West Indies) has 1,743 T20I runs at avg 30.1 in 70 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
🏏
Shai Hope
🏏 WI · 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
🏏
Shai Hope
🏏 West Indies
🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
94
Avg Pts
259
Best FP
177.2
Pts/Cr
965
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.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Shai Hope
15 higher avg pts · 259 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
VS
🏏 Shai Hope
T20I Career Overview
2Matches70
🏏 Batting
38Runs1743
19.00Batting Avg30.05
100.00Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries12
1Sixes 🔴89
29
Best Score
102*
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Devdutt Padikkal vs Shai Hope — 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 PadikkalShai Hope
Matches1818
Avg fantasy points7994
Best fantasy score288259
Runs792965
Strike rate102.580.1
Fours8276
Sixes2528
Half-centuries (50+)34
Centuries (100+)25
Highest score211162
Economy rate5.000.00
Catches1514
Total dismissals1622
International career — T20I
StatisticDevdutt PadikkalShai Hope
Matches270
Runs381743
Batting average19.0030.05
Strike rate100.0—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)012

📋 Format by format

T20I. Devdutt Padikkal has played 2 T20Is and Shai Hope 70. Devdutt Padikkal has 38 runs at 19.0 (strike rate 100.0), against 1,743 at 30.1 for Shai Hope, so Shai Hope has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 0, Shai Hope 1. Fifties: 0 and 12.

Test. Devdutt Padikkal has played 4 Tests and Shai Hope 49. Devdutt Padikkal has 418 runs at 69.7 (strike rate 60.1), against 2,518 at 28.0 (44.0) for Shai Hope, so Shai Hope has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 2, Shai Hope 5. Fifties: 1 and 7.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
✓ Higher strike rate
🏏 Shai Hope
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shai Hope
94 avg pts · 259 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
Captaining Shai Hope gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Devdutt Padikkal vs Shai Hope — 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: Shai Hope has scored 1,743 T20I runs in 70 matches at an average of 30.05, with 1 century.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shai Hope is the stronger pick with an average of 94 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 Shai Hope?

Based on recent data, Shai Hope has the edge with a higher average of 94 fantasy points per game. Shai Hope leads in runs scored (965 runs). Overall Shai Hope is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Devdutt Padikkal vs Shai Hope — who is a better fantasy captain?

Shai Hope is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 94 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 Shai Hope?

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 Shai Hope?

Devdutt Padikkal costs 8.5 Cr and Shai Hope 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 Shai Hope won?

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

Should I pick Devdutt Padikkal or Shai Hope in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shai Hope 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 West Indies. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Shai Hope?

Shai Hope has more T20I runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 38 in 2 matches (average 19.0) and Shai Hope has 1,743 in 70 (average 30.1).

Who has more Test runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Shai Hope?

Shai Hope has more Test runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 418 in 4 matches (average 69.7) and Shai Hope has 2,518 in 49 (average 28.0).
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