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Dunith Wellalage vs Tilak Varma — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Dunith Wellalage 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.

Dunith Wellalage (Sri Lanka) has 137 T20I runs at avg 19.6 in 16 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
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Dunith Wellalage
🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 IND · 8 cr
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Dunith Wellalage
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
77
Avg Pts
147
Best FP
154.2
Pts/Cr
310
Total Runs
22
Total Wkts
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Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
8 cr
Credits
47
Avg Pts
141
Best FP
211.3
Pts/Cr
413
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
30 higher avg pts · 147 best fantasy score
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
VS
🏏 Tilak Varma
T20I Career Overview
16Matches57
🏏 Batting
137Runs1619
19.57Batting Avg44.97
113.22Strike Rate145.72
0Centuries2
0Half-Centuries9
3Sixes 🔴82
43
Best Score
120*
🎳 Bowling
19Wickets5
22.68Bowling Avg12.80
7.24Economy Rate6.10
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/9
Best Figures
1/1
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Dunith Wellalage 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
StatisticDunith WellalageTilak Varma
Matches1720
Avg fantasy points7747
Best fantasy score147141
Runs310413
Strike rate128.1151.8
Fours2931
Sixes1218
Half-centuries (50+)14
Highest score5660
Wickets221
Economy rate7.339.00
Best spell (wkts)31
Catches815
Total dismissals818
International career — T20I
StatisticDunith WellalageTilak Varma
Matches1657
Runs1371619
Batting average19.5744.97
Strike rate113.2145.7
Centuries (100+)02
Half-centuries (50+)09
Wickets195
Bowling average22.6812.80
Economy rate7.246.10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Dunith Wellalage has played 16 T20Is and Tilak Varma 57. Dunith Wellalage has 137 runs at 19.6 (strike rate 113.2), against 1,619 at 45.0 (145.7) for Tilak Varma, so Tilak Varma has scored more. Hundreds: Dunith Wellalage 0, Tilak Varma 2. Fifties: 0 and 9. With the ball, Dunith Wellalage has 19 wickets at an economy of 7.24 and Tilak Varma 5 at 6.10; Dunith Wellalage has more wickets while Tilak Varma is more economical.

ODI. Dunith Wellalage has played 31 ODIs and Tilak Varma 5. Dunith Wellalage has 386 runs at 20.3 (strike rate 80.8), against 68 at 22.7 (57.1) for Tilak Varma, so Dunith Wellalage has scored more. Dunith Wellalage also bowls: 39 wickets at an economy of 5.07, while Tilak Varma has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 26 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Tilak Varma
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Dunith Wellalage
77 avg pts · 147 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Tilak Varma
Captaining Dunith Wellalage gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Dunith Wellalage vs Tilak Varma — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Dunith Wellalage has scored 137 T20I runs in 16 matches at an average of 19.57. He has also taken 19 T20I wickets at an average of 22.68 with an economy of 7.24.

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, Dunith Wellalage is the stronger pick with an average of 77 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 — Dunith Wellalage or Tilak Varma?

Based on recent data, Dunith Wellalage has the edge with a higher average of 77 fantasy points per game. Tilak Varma leads in runs scored (413 runs). Overall Dunith Wellalage is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Dunith Wellalage vs Tilak Varma — who is a better fantasy captain?

Dunith Wellalage is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 77 pts per game with a best score of 147 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 — Dunith Wellalage or Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the superior batting strike rate this season (151.8), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Dunith Wellalage and Tilak Varma?

Dunith Wellalage 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 Dunith Wellalage and Tilak Varma won?

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

Should I pick Dunith Wellalage or Tilak Varma in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Dunith Wellalage 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, Dunith Wellalage or Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has more T20I runs: Dunith Wellalage has 137 in 16 matches (average 19.6) and Tilak Varma has 1,619 in 57 (average 45.0).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Tilak Varma scores faster in T20Is: Dunith Wellalage strikes at 113.2 and Tilak Varma at 145.7.

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Dunith Wellalage or Tilak Varma?

Dunith Wellalage has more T20I wickets: Dunith Wellalage has 19 at an average of 22.7 and Tilak Varma has 5 at 12.8.

Who has more ODI runs, Dunith Wellalage or Tilak Varma?

Dunith Wellalage has more ODI runs: Dunith Wellalage has 386 in 31 matches (average 20.3) and Tilak Varma has 68 in 5 (average 22.7).
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