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Devdutt Padikkal vs Shreyas Iyer: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Devdutt Padikkal or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has the edge on the headline numbers: Shreyas Iyer leads on T20I batting (1,615 runs, avg 33.0). 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. Shreyas Iyer (India) has 1,615 T20I runs at avg 33.0 in 68 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
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 IND · 9 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
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
43
Avg Pts
200
Best FP
278.3
Pts/Cr
514
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
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
36 higher avg pts · 288 best fantasy score
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
VS
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
T20I Career Overview
2Matches68
🏏 Batting
38Runs1615
19.00Batting Avg32.96
100.00Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries10
1Sixes 🔴51
29
Best Score
102*
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Devdutt Padikkal vs Shreyas Iyer · 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 PadikkalShreyas Iyer
Matches1820
Avg fantasy points7943
Best fantasy score288200
Runs792514
Strike rate102.5140.8
Fours8243
Sixes2520
Half-centuries (50+)31
Centuries (100+)21
Highest score211102
Economy rate5.000.00
Catches156
Total dismissals168
International career · T20I
StatisticDevdutt PadikkalShreyas Iyer
Matches268
Runs381615
Batting average19.0032.96
Strike rate100.0—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)010
Economy rate—6.00

📋 Format by format

T20I. Devdutt Padikkal has played 2 T20Is and Shreyas Iyer 68. Devdutt Padikkal has 38 runs at 19.0 (strike rate 100.0), against 1,615 at 33.0 for Shreyas Iyer, so Shreyas Iyer has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 0, Shreyas Iyer 1. Fifties: 0 and 10.

Test. Devdutt Padikkal has played 4 Tests and Shreyas Iyer 14. Devdutt Padikkal has 418 runs at 69.7 (strike rate 60.1), against 811 at 36.9 (63.0) for Shreyas Iyer, so Shreyas Iyer has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 2, Shreyas Iyer 1. Fifties: 1 and 5.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

Devdutt Padikkal vs Shreyas Iyer · 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: Shreyas Iyer has scored 1,615 T20I runs in 68 matches at an average of 32.96, with 1 century.

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 Shreyas Iyer?

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 Shreyas Iyer: 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 Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has the superior batting strike rate this season (140.8), 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 Shreyas Iyer?

Devdutt Padikkal costs 8.5 Cr and Shreyas Iyer costs 9 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 Shreyas Iyer won?

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

Should I pick Devdutt Padikkal or Shreyas Iyer 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 Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has more T20I runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 38 in 2 matches (average 19.0) and Shreyas Iyer has 1,615 in 68 (average 33.0).

Who has more Test runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has more Test runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 418 in 4 matches (average 69.7) and Shreyas Iyer has 811 in 14 (average 36.9).
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