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Eshan Malinga vs Michael Bracewell — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Eshan Malinga or Michael Bracewell?

Michael Bracewell has the edge on the headline numbers: Michael Bracewell leads on T20I batting (434 runs, avg 19.7). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Eshan Malinga (Sunrisers Hyderabad) has 5 T20I runs at avg 5.0 in 11 matches. Michael Bracewell (Amsterdam Flames) has 434 T20I runs at avg 19.7 in 47 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Eshan Malinga
🌅 SRH · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Michael Bracewell
🔥 AF · 8.5 cr
🏏
Eshan Malinga
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
BOWL🌏 OS
9 cr
Credits
51
Avg Pts
159
Best FP
183.9
Pts/Cr
32
Total Runs
27
Total Wkts
🏏
Michael Bracewell
🔥 Amsterdam Flames
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
69
Avg Pts
204
Best FP
145.4
Pts/Cr
124
Total Runs
28
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Michael Bracewell
18 higher avg pts · 204 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Eshan Malinga
VS
🏏 Michael Bracewell
T20I Career Overview
11Matches47
🏏 Batting
5Runs434
5.00Batting Avg19.73
50.00Strike Rate134.37
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries2
0Sixes 🔴17
3*
Best Score
61*
🎳 Bowling
9Wickets35
34.67Bowling Avg21.14
9.22Economy Rate7.34
05-Wkt Hauls0
2/24
Best Figures
3/5
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Eshan Malinga vs Michael Bracewell — 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
StatisticEshan MalingaMichael Bracewell
Matches2018
Avg fantasy points5169
Best fantasy score159204
Runs32124
Strike rate97.087.3
Fours315
Sixes11
Highest score1432
Wickets2728
Economy rate8.835.44
Best spell (wkts)45
Catches55
Total dismissals55
International career — T20I
StatisticEshan MalingaMichael Bracewell
Matches1147
Runs5434
Batting average5.0019.73
Strike rate50.0134.4
Half-centuries (50+)02
Wickets935
Bowling average34.6721.14
Economy rate9.227.34

📋 Format by format

T20I. Eshan Malinga has played 11 T20Is and Michael Bracewell 47. Eshan Malinga has 5 runs at 5.0 (strike rate 50.0), against 434 at 19.7 (134.4) for Michael Bracewell, so Michael Bracewell has scored more. With the ball, Eshan Malinga has 9 wickets at an economy of 9.22 and Michael Bracewell 35 at 7.34; Michael Bracewell has more wickets.

ODI. Eshan Malinga has played 7 ODIs and Michael Bracewell 48. Eshan Malinga has 14 runs at 4.7 (strike rate 25.4), against 1,042 at 35.9 (107.5) for Michael Bracewell, so Michael Bracewell has scored more. Hundreds: Eshan Malinga 0, Michael Bracewell 2. Fifties: 0 and 3. With the ball, Eshan Malinga has 4 wickets at an economy of 6.03 and Michael Bracewell 46 at 4.93; Michael Bracewell has more wickets.

International numbers up to 21 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Eshan Malinga
✓ Higher strike rate
🏏 Michael Bracewell
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Michael Bracewell
69 avg pts · 204 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Eshan Malinga
Captaining Michael Bracewell gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Eshan Malinga vs Michael Bracewell — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Eshan Malinga has scored 5 T20I runs in 11 matches at an average of 5.00. He has also taken 9 T20I wickets at an average of 34.67 with an economy of 9.22.

T20I career: Michael Bracewell has scored 434 T20I runs in 47 matches at an average of 19.73, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 35 T20I wickets at an average of 21.14 with an economy of 7.34.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Michael Bracewell is the stronger pick with an average of 69 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 — Eshan Malinga or Michael Bracewell?

Based on recent data, Michael Bracewell has the edge with a higher average of 69 fantasy points per game. Michael Bracewell leads in runs scored (124 runs). Overall Michael Bracewell is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Eshan Malinga vs Michael Bracewell — who is a better fantasy captain?

Michael Bracewell is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 69 pts per game with a best score of 204 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 — Eshan Malinga or Michael Bracewell?

Eshan Malinga has the superior batting strike rate this season (97.0), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Eshan Malinga and Michael Bracewell?

Eshan Malinga costs 9 Cr and Michael Bracewell 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 Eshan Malinga and Michael Bracewell won?

Eshan Malinga has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Michael Bracewell has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Eshan Malinga or Michael Bracewell in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Michael Bracewell is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Sunrisers Hyderabad are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Amsterdam Flames. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Eshan Malinga or Michael Bracewell?

Michael Bracewell has more T20I runs: Eshan Malinga has 5 in 11 matches (average 5.0) and Michael Bracewell has 434 in 47 (average 19.7).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Eshan Malinga or Michael Bracewell?

Michael Bracewell has more T20I wickets: Eshan Malinga has 9 at an average of 34.7 and Michael Bracewell has 35 at 21.1.

Who has more ODI runs, Eshan Malinga or Michael Bracewell?

Michael Bracewell has more ODI runs: Eshan Malinga has 14 in 7 matches (average 4.7) and Michael Bracewell has 1,042 in 48 (average 35.9).
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