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Gus Atkinson vs KL Rahul: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Gus Atkinson or KL Rahul?

Gus Atkinson has the edge on the headline numbers: Gus Atkinson leads on T20I bowling (6 wickets). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Gus Atkinson (England) has 10 T20I runs in 4 matches. KL Rahul (India) has 2,265 T20I runs at avg 37.8 in 72 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Gus Atkinson
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 8.5 cr
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PLAYER 2
🏏
KL Rahul
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
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Gus Atkinson
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
AR🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
56
Avg Pts
127
Best FP
192.1
Pts/Cr
168
Total Runs
25
Total Wkts
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KL Rahul
🇮🇳 India
🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
74
Avg Pts
287
Best FP
199.5
Pts/Cr
815
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 KL Rahul
18 higher avg pts · 287 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Gus Atkinson
VS
🏏 KL Rahul
T20I Career Overview
4Matches72
🏏 Batting
10Runs2265
—Batting Avg37.75
0Centuries2
0Half-Centuries22
0Sixes 🔴96
8*
Best Score
110*
🎳 Bowling
6Wickets0
0.00Bowling Avg—
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/20
Best Figures
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Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Gus Atkinson vs KL Rahul · 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
StatisticGus AtkinsonKL Rahul
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5674
Best fantasy score127287
Runs168815
Strike rate77.4102.9
Fours1679
Sixes333
Half-centuries (50+)13
Centuries (100+)04
Highest score52152
Wickets250
Economy rate5.620.00
Best spell (wkts)30
Catches1013
Total dismissals1117
International career · T20I
StatisticGus AtkinsonKL Rahul
Matches472
Runs102265
Batting average—37.75
Centuries (100+)02
Half-centuries (50+)022
Wickets60

📋 Format by format

T20I. Gus Atkinson has played 4 T20Is and KL Rahul 72. Gus Atkinson has 10 runs, against 2,265 at 37.8 for KL Rahul, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: Gus Atkinson 0, KL Rahul 2. Fifties: 0 and 22. Gus Atkinson also bowls: 6 wickets, while KL Rahul has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Gus Atkinson has played 16 ODIs and KL Rahul 101. Gus Atkinson has 157 runs at 19.6, against 3,541 at 51.3 for KL Rahul, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: Gus Atkinson 0, KL Rahul 9. Fifties: 0 and 20. Gus Atkinson also bowls: 21 wickets, while KL Rahul has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Gus Atkinson has played 21 Tests and KL Rahul 70. Gus Atkinson has 587 runs at 19.6, against 4,288 at 36.6 for KL Rahul, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: Gus Atkinson 1, KL Rahul 12. Fifties: 0 and 21. Gus Atkinson also bowls: 83 wickets, while KL Rahul has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Gus Atkinson
✓ More wickets
🏏 KL Rahul
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 KL Rahul
74 avg pts · 287 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Gus Atkinson
Captaining KL Rahul gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

Did you know: KL Rahul

  • He made his Test debut in the 2014 Boxing Day Test at Melbourne.
  • On ODI debut against Zimbabwe in 2016 he reached 100 with a six off the last ball, the only six of the match.
  • He took 20 international innings to have centuries in all three formats, the fastest ever.
  • His 14-ball fifty in 2018 was the fastest in IPL history at the time.
Full KL Rahul profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Gus Atkinson and KL Rahul

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  1. 1. Against which team did Rahul make a century on ODI debut?
  2. 2. How many balls did Rahul's record IPL fifty in 2018 take?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Gus Atkinson vs KL Rahul · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: He has also taken 6 T20I wickets.

T20I career: KL Rahul has scored 2,265 T20I runs in 72 matches at an average of 37.75, with 2 centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, KL Rahul is the stronger pick with an average of 74 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, Gus Atkinson or KL Rahul?

Based on recent data, KL Rahul has the edge with a higher average of 74 fantasy points per game. KL Rahul leads in runs scored (815 runs). Overall KL Rahul is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Gus Atkinson vs KL Rahul: who is a better fantasy captain?

KL Rahul is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 74 pts per game with a best score of 287 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, Gus Atkinson or KL Rahul?

KL Rahul has the superior batting strike rate this season (102.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Gus Atkinson and KL Rahul?

Gus Atkinson costs 8.5 Cr and KL Rahul 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 Gus Atkinson and KL Rahul won?

Gus Atkinson has won 0 Man of the Match awards and KL Rahul has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Gus Atkinson or KL Rahul in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, KL Rahul is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if England 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, Gus Atkinson or KL Rahul?

KL Rahul has more T20I runs: Gus Atkinson has 10 in 4 matches and KL Rahul has 2,265 in 72 (average 37.8).

Who has more ODI runs, Gus Atkinson or KL Rahul?

KL Rahul has more ODI runs: Gus Atkinson has 157 in 16 matches (average 19.6) and KL Rahul has 3,541 in 101 (average 51.3).

Who has more Test runs, Gus Atkinson or KL Rahul?

KL Rahul has more Test runs: Gus Atkinson has 587 in 21 matches (average 19.6) and KL Rahul has 4,288 in 70 (average 36.6).
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