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Dhananjaya de Silva vs Jasprit Bumrah: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Dhananjaya de Silva or Jasprit Bumrah?

Dhananjaya de Silva has the edge on the headline numbers: Dhananjaya de Silva leads on T20I batting (890 runs, avg 20.7). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Dhananjaya de Silva (Sri Lanka) has 890 T20I runs at avg 20.7 in 48 matches. Jasprit Bumrah (India) has 12 T20I runs at avg 2.0 in 100 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Dhananjaya de Silva
🇱🇰 SL · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Jasprit Bumrah
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
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Dhananjaya de Silva
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
AR
9 cr
Credits
87
Avg Pts
161
Best FP
48.6
Pts/Cr
298
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Jasprit Bumrah
🇮🇳 India
BOWL
9.5 cr
Credits
26
Avg Pts
74
Best FP
54.7
Pts/Cr
25
Total Runs
11
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Dhananjaya de Silva
61 higher avg pts · 161 best fantasy score
🏏 Dhananjaya de Silva
VS
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
T20I Career Overview
48Matches100
🏏 Batting
890Runs12
20.70Batting Avg2.00
—Strike Rate66.67
0Centuries0
3Half-Centuries0
18Sixes 🔴0
66*
Best Score
7
🎳 Bowling
17Wickets126
19.24Bowling Avg18.21
6.86Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
2/22
Best Figures
4/15
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Dhananjaya de Silva vs Jasprit Bumrah · 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
StatisticDhananjaya de SilvaJasprit Bumrah
Matches520
Avg fantasy points8726
Best fantasy score16174
Runs29825
Strike rate54.3166.7
Fours354
Sixes21
Half-centuries (50+)20
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score12020
Wickets011
Economy rate3.137.06
Best spell (wkts)02
Catches43
Total dismissals43
International career · T20I
StatisticDhananjaya de SilvaJasprit Bumrah
Matches48100
Runs89012
Batting average20.702.00
Strike rate—66.7
Half-centuries (50+)30
Wickets17126
Bowling average19.2418.21
Economy rate6.86—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Dhananjaya de Silva has played 48 T20Is and Jasprit Bumrah 100. Dhananjaya de Silva has 890 runs at 20.7, against 12 at 2.0 (66.7) for Jasprit Bumrah, so Dhananjaya de Silva has scored more. With the ball, Dhananjaya de Silva has 17 wickets at an economy of 6.86 and Jasprit Bumrah 126; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

ODI. Dhananjaya de Silva has played 93 ODIs and Jasprit Bumrah 91. Dhananjaya de Silva has 1,924 runs at 25.6, against 111 at 9.3 (64.9) for Jasprit Bumrah, so Dhananjaya de Silva has scored more. With the ball, Dhananjaya de Silva has 48 wickets and Jasprit Bumrah 151; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

Test. Dhananjaya de Silva has played 67 Tests and Jasprit Bumrah 52. Dhananjaya de Silva has 4,320 runs at 39.3, against 348 at 6.6 (41.3) for Jasprit Bumrah, so Dhananjaya de Silva has scored more. Hundreds: Dhananjaya de Silva 13, Jasprit Bumrah 0. Fifties: 19 and 0. With the ball, Dhananjaya de Silva has 43 wickets and Jasprit Bumrah 234 at 2.77; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

International numbers up to 16 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Dhananjaya de Silva
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Dhananjaya de Silva
87 avg pts · 161 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
Captaining Dhananjaya de Silva gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

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Jasprit Bumrah

The first bowler to hold number one in all three ICC formats

Career: First bowler to be ranked number one in the ICC men's player rankings in Tests, ODIs and T20Is.

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Did you know: Jasprit Bumrah

  • Born 6 December 1993. A right-arm fast bowler.
  • Average pace about 142 km/h, with a fastest recorded delivery of 153 km/h in the Adelaide Test of 2018.
  • Idolised Mitchell Johnson, Wasim Akram and Brett Lee as a young bowler.
  • Captained India in Tests and in T20Is.
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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Dhananjaya de Silva vs Jasprit Bumrah · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Dhananjaya de Silva has scored 890 T20I runs in 48 matches at an average of 20.70, with 3 half-centuries. He has also taken 17 T20I wickets at an average of 19.24 with an economy of 6.86.

T20I career: Jasprit Bumrah has scored 12 T20I runs in 100 matches at an average of 2.00. He has also taken 126 T20I wickets at an average of 18.21.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Dhananjaya de Silva is the stronger pick with an average of 87 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, Dhananjaya de Silva or Jasprit Bumrah?

Based on recent data, Dhananjaya de Silva has the edge with a higher average of 87 fantasy points per game. Dhananjaya de Silva leads in runs scored (298 runs). Overall Dhananjaya de Silva is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Dhananjaya de Silva vs Jasprit Bumrah: who is a better fantasy captain?

Dhananjaya de Silva is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 87 pts per game with a best score of 161 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, Dhananjaya de Silva or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has the superior batting strike rate this season (166.7), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Dhananjaya de Silva and Jasprit Bumrah?

Dhananjaya de Silva costs 9 Cr and Jasprit Bumrah 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 Dhananjaya de Silva and Jasprit Bumrah won?

Dhananjaya de Silva has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Jasprit Bumrah has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Dhananjaya de Silva or Jasprit Bumrah in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Dhananjaya de Silva is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if Sri Lanka 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, Dhananjaya de Silva or Jasprit Bumrah?

Dhananjaya de Silva has more T20I runs: Dhananjaya de Silva has 890 in 48 matches (average 20.7) and Jasprit Bumrah has 12 in 100 (average 2.0).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Dhananjaya de Silva or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has more T20I wickets: Dhananjaya de Silva has 17 at an average of 19.2 and Jasprit Bumrah has 126 at 18.2.

Who has more ODI runs, Dhananjaya de Silva or Jasprit Bumrah?

Dhananjaya de Silva has more ODI runs: Dhananjaya de Silva has 1,924 in 93 matches (average 25.6) and Jasprit Bumrah has 111 in 91 (average 9.3).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Dhananjaya de Silva or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has more ODI wickets: Dhananjaya de Silva has 48 at an average of 41.9 and Jasprit Bumrah has 151 at 23.7.

Who has more Test runs, Dhananjaya de Silva or Jasprit Bumrah?

Dhananjaya de Silva has more Test runs: Dhananjaya de Silva has 4,320 in 67 matches (average 39.3) and Jasprit Bumrah has 348 in 52 (average 6.6).

Who has taken more Test wickets, Dhananjaya de Silva or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has more Test wickets: Dhananjaya de Silva has 43 at an average of 54.0 and Jasprit Bumrah has 234 at 19.8.
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