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Devdutt Padikkal vs Tilak Varma: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Devdutt Padikkal or Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the edge on the headline numbers: Tilak Varma leads on T20I batting (1,619 runs, avg 45.0). 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. Tilak Varma (India) has 1,619 T20I runs at avg 45.0 in 57 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
🏏
Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 IND · 8 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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Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 1× MOTM
8 cr
Credits
48
Avg Pts
141
Best FP
242.8
Pts/Cr
448
Total Runs
1
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
31 higher avg pts · 288 best fantasy score
🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
VS
🏏 Tilak Varma
T20I Career Overview
2Matches57
🏏 Batting
38Runs1619
19.00Batting Avg44.97
100.00Strike Rate145.72
0Centuries2
0Half-Centuries9
1Sixes 🔴82
29
Best Score
120*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets5
—Bowling Avg12.80
—Economy Rate6.10
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
1/1
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Devdutt Padikkal vs Tilak Varma · 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 PadikkalTilak Varma
Matches1820
Avg fantasy points7948
Best fantasy score288141
Runs792448
Strike rate102.5163.5
Fours8231
Sixes2523
Half-centuries (50+)34
Centuries (100+)20
Highest score21160
Wickets01
Economy rate5.009.00
Best spell (wkts)01
Catches1514
Total dismissals1615
International career · T20I
StatisticDevdutt PadikkalTilak Varma
Matches257
Runs381619
Batting average19.0044.97
Strike rate100.0145.7
Centuries (100+)02
Half-centuries (50+)09
Wickets05
Bowling average—12.80
Economy rate—6.10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Devdutt Padikkal has played 2 T20Is and Tilak Varma 57. Devdutt Padikkal has 38 runs at 19.0 (strike rate 100.0), against 1,619 at 45.0 (145.7) for Tilak Varma, so Tilak Varma has scored more. Hundreds: Devdutt Padikkal 0, Tilak Varma 2. Fifties: 0 and 9. Tilak Varma also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.10, while Devdutt Padikkal has not taken a T20I 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
🏏 Tilak Varma
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Devdutt Padikkal
79 avg pts · 288 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Tilak Varma
Captaining Devdutt Padikkal gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

Did you know: Tilak Varma

  • His maiden T20I century was 107 not out off 56 balls against South Africa in November 2024.
  • He followed it with an unbeaten 120 off 47 balls in the very next match.
  • His 69 in the 2025 Asia Cup final against Pakistan won him the player of the match award.
  • He was part of the India side that won the men's cricket gold at the 2026 Asian Games.
Full Tilak Varma profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Devdutt Padikkal and Tilak Varma

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  1. 1. What did Tilak score in his first T20I hundred, against South Africa in 2024?
  2. 2. How many balls did Tilak face for his 120 not out?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Devdutt Padikkal vs Tilak Varma · 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: Tilak Varma has scored 1,619 T20I runs in 57 matches at an average of 44.97, with 2 centuries. He has also taken 5 T20I wickets at an average of 12.80 with an economy of 6.10.

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 Tilak Varma?

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 Tilak Varma: 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 Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the superior batting strike rate this season (163.5), 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 Tilak Varma?

Devdutt Padikkal costs 8.5 Cr and Tilak Varma costs 8 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 Tilak Varma won?

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

Should I pick Devdutt Padikkal or Tilak Varma 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 Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has more T20I runs: Devdutt Padikkal has 38 in 2 matches (average 19.0) and Tilak Varma has 1,619 in 57 (average 45.0).
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