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Finn Allen vs Kamindu Mendis — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Finn Allen or Kamindu Mendis?

Finn Allen has the edge on the headline numbers: Finn Allen averages 54 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Kamindu Mendis's 43. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Finn Allen (Kolkata Knight Riders) averages 54 fantasy pts per match. Kamindu Mendis (Sunrisers Hyderabad) averages 43 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
🏏
Finn Allen
💜 KKR · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 SRH · 8.5 cr
🏏
Finn Allen
💜 Kolkata Knight Riders
BAT🌏 OS🏅 3× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
54
Avg Pts
217
Best FP
129.9
Pts/Cr
531
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
BAT🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
43
Avg Pts
114
Best FP
148.5
Pts/Cr
513
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Finn Allen
11 higher avg pts · 217 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
1234Season Points1262
54Avg Pts / Match43
217Best Fantasy Score114
20Matches Played20
3MOTM Awards 🏅0
9.5Credits8.5
129.9Pts per Credit148.5

Finn Allen vs Kamindu Mendis — 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
StatisticFinn AllenKamindu Mendis
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5443
Best fantasy score217114
Runs531513
Strike rate172.495.4
Fours4947
Sixes3518
Half-centuries (50+)23
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10087
Economy rate0.0010.50
Catches67
Total dismissals88
International career — T20I
StatisticFinn AllenKamindu Mendis
Matches10023
Runs1955381
Batting average25.7219.05
Strike rate165.0122.5
Centuries (100+)30
Half-centuries (50+)72
Wickets242
Bowling average31.9274.00
Economy rate7.608.22

📋 Format by format

T20I. Finn Allen has played 100 T20Is and Kamindu Mendis 23. Finn Allen has 1,955 runs at 25.7 (strike rate 165.0), against 381 at 19.1 (122.5) for Kamindu Mendis, so Finn Allen has scored more. Hundreds: Finn Allen 3, Kamindu Mendis 0. Fifties: 7 and 2. With the ball, Finn Allen has 24 wickets at an economy of 7.60 and Kamindu Mendis 2 at 8.22; Finn Allen has more wickets.

ODI. Finn Allen has played 41 ODIs and Kamindu Mendis 17. Finn Allen has 782 runs at 23.0 (strike rate 94.6), against 344 at 31.3 (74.1) for Kamindu Mendis, so Finn Allen has scored more. With the ball, Finn Allen has 7 wickets at an economy of 5.56 and Kamindu Mendis 2 at 6.41; Finn Allen has more wickets.

International numbers up to 8 March 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Finn Allen
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Finn Allen
54 avg pts · 217 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Kamindu Mendis
Captaining Finn Allen gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Finn Allen vs Kamindu Mendis 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.

Finn Allen is a specialist batter for Kolkata Knight Riders, priced at 9.5 Cr this season. Over 20 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 1080 fantasy points, averaging 54 pts per game with a best of 217 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 531 IPL runs at a strike rate of 172.4. He has won Man of the Match 3 times this season.

International career: Finn Allen has scored 1,955 T20I runs in 100 matches at an average of 25.72, with 3 centuries internationally. He has also taken 24 T20I wickets at an average of 31.92 with an economy of 7.60. In ODIs, he has 782 runs across 41 matches (avg 23.0).

Kamindu Mendis is a specialist batter for Sunrisers Hyderabad, priced at 8.5 Cr. Across 20 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 858 fantasy points, averaging 43 pts per game with a best of 114 pts. He has scored 513 IPL runs at a strike rate of 95.4.

International career: Kamindu Mendis has scored 381 T20I runs in 23 matches at an average of 19.05, with 2 half-centuries internationally. He has also taken 2 T20I wickets at an average of 74.00 with an economy of 8.22.

Batting edge: Finn Allen 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.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Finn Allen is the stronger pick right now with an average of 54 pts per game and a best score of 217 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, Finn Allen 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 — Finn Allen or Kamindu Mendis?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Finn Allen has the edge with a higher average of 54 fantasy points per game. Finn Allen leads in runs scored (531 runs). Overall Finn Allen is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Finn Allen vs Kamindu Mendis — who is a better fantasy captain?

Finn Allen is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 54 pts per game with a best score of 217 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 — Finn Allen or Kamindu Mendis?

Finn Allen has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (172.4), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Finn Allen and Kamindu Mendis?

Finn Allen costs 9.5 Cr and Kamindu Mendis 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 Finn Allen and Kamindu Mendis won?

In IPL 2026, Finn Allen has won 3 Man of the Match awards and Kamindu Mendis has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Finn Allen or Kamindu Mendis in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Finn Allen is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick IPL 2026. However, consider the match conditions — if Kolkata Knight Riders are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Sunrisers Hyderabad. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Finn Allen or Kamindu Mendis?

Finn Allen has more T20I runs: Finn Allen has 1,955 in 100 matches (average 25.7) and Kamindu Mendis has 381 in 23 (average 19.1).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Finn Allen scores faster in T20Is: Finn Allen strikes at 165.0 and Kamindu Mendis at 122.5.

Who has more ODI runs, Finn Allen or Kamindu Mendis?

Finn Allen has more ODI runs: Finn Allen has 782 in 41 matches (average 23.0) and Kamindu Mendis has 344 in 17 (average 31.3).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Finn Allen scores faster in ODIs: Finn Allen strikes at 94.6 and Kamindu Mendis at 74.1.
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