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Dhruv Jurel vs Manav Suthar — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Dhruv Jurel or Manav Suthar?

Manav Suthar has the edge on the headline numbers: Manav Suthar averages 148 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Dhruv Jurel's 78. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Dhruv Jurel (Rajasthan Royals) averages 78 fantasy pts per match. Manav Suthar (Gujarat Titans) averages 148 fantasy pts. Full IPL stats & fantasy cricket comparison: batting, bowling, fielding, and form.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Dhruv Jurel
👑 RR · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Manav Suthar
⚡ GT · 8.5 cr
🏏
Dhruv Jurel
👑 Rajasthan Royals
🧤 WK
8.5 cr
Credits
78
Avg Pts
217
Best FP
172.7
Pts/Cr
707
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Manav Suthar
⚡ Gujarat Titans
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
148
Avg Pts
425
Best FP
117.4
Pts/Cr
79
Total Runs
25
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Manav Suthar
70 higher avg pts · 425 best fantasy score
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
1468Season Points998
78Avg Pts / Match148
217Best Fantasy Score425
19Matches Played7
0MOTM Awards 🏅0
8.5Credits8.5
172.7Pts per Credit117.4

Dhruv Jurel vs Manav Suthar — 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
StatisticDhruv JurelManav Suthar
Matches197
Avg fantasy points78148
Best fantasy score217425
Runs70779
Strike rate115.349.4
Fours657
Sixes272
Half-centuries (50+)70
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score11533
Wickets025
Economy rate1.003.19
Best spell (wkts)010
Catches269
Total dismissals329
International career — Test
StatisticDhruv JurelManav Suthar
Matches113
Runs63279
Batting average42.1319.75
Strike rate58.4—
Centuries (100+)20
Half-centuries (50+)20
Wickets023
Bowling average—17.35
Economy rate1.00—
Five-wicket hauls01

📋 Format by format

Test. Dhruv Jurel has played 11 Tests and Manav Suthar 3. Dhruv Jurel has 632 runs at 42.1 (strike rate 58.4), against 79 at 19.8 for Manav Suthar, so Dhruv Jurel has scored more. Hundreds: Dhruv Jurel 2, Manav Suthar 0. Fifties: 2 and 0. Manav Suthar also bowls: 23 wickets, while Dhruv Jurel has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Dhruv Jurel
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
🏏 Manav Suthar
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Manav Suthar
148 avg pts · 425 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Dhruv Jurel
Captaining Manav Suthar gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Dhruv Jurel vs Manav Suthar is one of the most searched cricket comparisons, combining international career stats with IPL fantasy data. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.

Dhruv Jurel is a wicket-keeper batter for Rajasthan Royals, priced at 8.5 Cr this season. Over 19 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 1488 fantasy points, averaging 78 pts per game with a best of 217 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 707 IPL runs at a strike rate of 115.3.

International career: Dhruv Jurel has scored 632 TEST runs in 11 matches at an average of 42.13, with 2 centuries internationally.

Manav Suthar is a specialist bowler for Gujarat Titans, priced at 8.5 Cr. Across 7 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 1038 fantasy points, averaging 148 pts per game with a best of 425 pts. He has scored 79 IPL runs at a strike rate of 49.4, picking up 25 IPL wickets at an economy of 3.19.

International career: Manav Suthar has scored 79 TEST runs in 3 matches at an average of 19.75 internationally. He has also taken 23 TEST wickets at an average of 17.35.

Batting edge: Dhruv Jurel leads with the bat this season, making them the better pick if the pitch is expected to be batting-friendly or if the match is being played on a flat track.

Bowling edge: Manav Suthar has been the more impactful bowler in IPL 2026, and becomes especially valuable in conditions that offer pace or spin movement.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Manav Suthar is the stronger pick right now with an average of 148 pts per game and a best score of 425 pts. The value-for-money metric (points per credit) further reinforces this — always check this number before finalising your captain or vice-captain choice.

Captaincy Recommendation: Based on IPL 2026 season form, Manav Suthar is the safer captaincy option. However, if the opposition's bowling or batting lineup suits the other player, consider rotating your captain pick. Always check the playing XI, pitch report, and toss result before locking in your captain.

Stats are updated after every IPL 2026 match. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool or check the Fantasy Leaderboard to see how top managers are building their teams.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Who has better IPL 2026 stats — Dhruv Jurel or Manav Suthar?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Manav Suthar has the edge with a higher average of 148 fantasy points per game. Dhruv Jurel leads in runs scored (707 runs). Overall Manav Suthar is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Dhruv Jurel vs Manav Suthar — who is a better fantasy captain?

Manav Suthar is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 148 pts per game with a best score of 425 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 — Dhruv Jurel or Manav Suthar?

Dhruv Jurel has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (115.3), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Dhruv Jurel and Manav Suthar?

Dhruv Jurel costs 8.5 Cr and Manav Suthar costs 8.5 Cr in IPL 2026 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 Dhruv Jurel and Manav Suthar won?

In IPL 2026, Dhruv Jurel has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Manav Suthar has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Dhruv Jurel or Manav Suthar in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Manav Suthar is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick IPL 2026. However, consider the match conditions — if Rajasthan Royals are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Gujarat Titans. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more Test runs, Dhruv Jurel or Manav Suthar?

Dhruv Jurel has more Test runs: Dhruv Jurel has 632 in 11 matches (average 42.1) and Manav Suthar has 79 in 3 (average 19.8).
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