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Devdutt Padikkal vs Sikandar Raza: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Devdutt Padikkal or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has the edge on the headline numbers: Sikandar Raza leads on T20I batting (2,740 runs, avg 25.6). 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. Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe) has 2,740 T20I runs at avg 25.6 in 123 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
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 ZIM · 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
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
63
Avg Pts
169
Best FP
146.7
Pts/Cr
452
Total Runs
14
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
16 higher avg pts · 288 best fantasy score
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
VS
🏏 Sikandar Raza
T20I Career Overview
2Matches123
🏏 Batting
38Runs2740
19.00Batting Avg25.61
100.00Strike Rate136.32
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries15
1Sixes 🔴136
29
Best Score
133*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets103
—Bowling Avg24.06
—Economy Rate7.08
05-Wkt Hauls1
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Best Figures
5/18
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Devdutt Padikkal vs Sikandar Raza — 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 PadikkalSikandar Raza
Matches1820
Avg fantasy points7963
Best fantasy score288169
Runs792452
Strike rate102.597.4
Fours8237
Sixes2512
Half-centuries (50+)32
Centuries (100+)20
Highest score21181
Wickets014
Economy rate5.006.37
Best spell (wkts)02
Catches1510
Total dismissals1612
International career — T20I
StatisticDevdutt PadikkalSikandar Raza
Matches2123
Runs382740
Batting average19.0025.61
Strike rate100.0136.3
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)015
Wickets0103
Bowling average—24.06
Economy rate—7.08
Five-wicket hauls01

📋 Format by format

T20I. Devdutt Padikkal has played 2 T20Is and Sikandar Raza 123. Devdutt Padikkal has 38 runs at 19.0 (strike rate 100.0), against 2,740 at 25.6 (136.3) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 0, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 0 and 15. Sikandar Raza also bowls: 103 wickets at an economy of 7.08, while Devdutt Padikkal has not taken a T20I wicket.

Test. Devdutt Padikkal has played 4 Tests and Sikandar Raza 18. Devdutt Padikkal has 418 runs at 69.7 (strike rate 60.1), against 1,120 at 31.1 (54.6) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 2, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 1 and 8. Sikandar Raza also bowls: 34 wickets at an economy of 3.30, while Devdutt Padikkal has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 1 September 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
🏏 Sikandar Raza
✓ More wickets
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
79 avg pts · 288 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Sikandar Raza
Captaining Devdutt Padikkal gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Devdutt Padikkal vs Sikandar Raza — 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: Sikandar Raza has scored 2,740 T20I runs in 123 matches at an average of 25.61, with 1 century. He has also taken 103 T20I wickets at an average of 24.06 with an economy of 7.08.

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 Sikandar Raza?

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 Sikandar Raza — 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 Sikandar Raza?

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 Sikandar Raza?

Devdutt Padikkal costs 8.5 Cr and Sikandar Raza 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 Sikandar Raza won?

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

Should I pick Devdutt Padikkal or Sikandar Raza 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 Zimbabwe. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more T20I runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 38 in 2 matches (average 19.0) and Sikandar Raza has 2,740 in 123 (average 25.6).

Who has more Test runs, Devdutt Padikkal or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more Test runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 418 in 4 matches (average 69.7) and Sikandar Raza has 1,120 in 18 (average 31.1).
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