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Heinrich Klaasen vs Shreyas Iyer — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Heinrich Klaasen or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has the edge on the headline numbers: Shreyas Iyer leads on T20I batting (1,615 runs, avg 33.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Heinrich Klaasen (Sunrisers Hyderabad) has 1,000 T20I runs at avg 23.3 in 58 matches. Shreyas Iyer (India) has 1,615 T20I runs at avg 33.0 in 68 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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Heinrich Klaasen
🌅 SRH · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
🏏
Heinrich Klaasen
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
🧤 WK🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
48
Avg Pts
158
Best FP
167.1
Pts/Cr
461
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
53
Avg Pts
200
Best FP
198.8
Pts/Cr
636
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
5 higher avg pts · 200 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Heinrich Klaasen
VS
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
T20I Career Overview
58Matches68
🏏 Batting
1000Runs1615
23.26Batting Avg32.96
141.84Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
5Half-Centuries10
52Sixes 🔴51
81
Best Score
102*
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Heinrich Klaasen vs Shreyas Iyer — 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
StatisticHeinrich KlaasenShreyas Iyer
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points4853
Best fantasy score158200
Runs461636
Strike rate170.7133.9
Fours3453
Sixes2421
Half-centuries (50+)33
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score85102
Catches156
Total dismissals158
International career — T20I
StatisticHeinrich KlaasenShreyas Iyer
Matches5868
Runs10001615
Batting average23.2632.96
Strike rate141.8—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)510
Economy rate14.006.00

📋 Format by format

T20I. Heinrich Klaasen has played 58 T20Is and Shreyas Iyer 68. Heinrich Klaasen has 1,000 runs at 23.3 (strike rate 141.8), against 1,615 at 33.0 for Shreyas Iyer, so Shreyas Iyer has scored more. Hundreds: Heinrich Klaasen 0, Shreyas Iyer 1. Fifties: 5 and 10.

ODI. Heinrich Klaasen has played 60 ODIs and Shreyas Iyer 82. Heinrich Klaasen has 2,141 runs at 43.7 (strike rate 117.9), against 3,136 at 45.5 for Shreyas Iyer, so Shreyas Iyer has scored more. Hundreds: Heinrich Klaasen 4, Shreyas Iyer 5. Fifties: 11 and 24.

Test. Heinrich Klaasen has played 4 Tests and Shreyas Iyer 14. Heinrich Klaasen has 104 runs at 13.0 (strike rate 45.2), against 811 at 36.9 (63.0) for Shreyas Iyer, so Shreyas Iyer has scored more. Hundreds: Heinrich Klaasen 0, Shreyas Iyer 1. Fifties: 0 and 5.

International numbers up to 26 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Heinrich Klaasen
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shreyas Iyer
53 avg pts · 200 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Heinrich Klaasen
Captaining Shreyas Iyer gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Heinrich Klaasen vs Shreyas Iyer — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Heinrich Klaasen has scored 1,000 T20I runs in 58 matches at an average of 23.26, with 5 half-centuries.

T20I career: Shreyas Iyer has scored 1,615 T20I runs in 68 matches at an average of 32.96, with 1 century.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shreyas Iyer is the stronger pick with an average of 53 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 — Heinrich Klaasen or Shreyas Iyer?

Based on recent data, Shreyas Iyer has the edge with a higher average of 53 fantasy points per game. Shreyas Iyer leads in runs scored (636 runs). Overall Shreyas Iyer is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Heinrich Klaasen vs Shreyas Iyer — who is a better fantasy captain?

Shreyas Iyer is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 53 pts per game with a best score of 200 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 — Heinrich Klaasen or Shreyas Iyer?

Heinrich Klaasen has the superior batting strike rate this season (170.7), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Heinrich Klaasen and Shreyas Iyer?

Heinrich Klaasen costs 9.5 Cr and Shreyas Iyer costs 9 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 Heinrich Klaasen and Shreyas Iyer won?

Heinrich Klaasen has won 1 Man of the Match award and Shreyas Iyer has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Heinrich Klaasen or Shreyas Iyer in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shreyas Iyer 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 India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Heinrich Klaasen or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has more T20I runs: Heinrich Klaasen has 1,000 in 58 matches (average 23.3) and Shreyas Iyer has 1,615 in 68 (average 33.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Heinrich Klaasen or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has more ODI runs: Heinrich Klaasen has 2,141 in 60 matches (average 43.7) and Shreyas Iyer has 3,136 in 82 (average 45.5).

Who has more Test runs, Heinrich Klaasen or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has more Test runs: Heinrich Klaasen has 104 in 4 matches (average 13.0) and Shreyas Iyer has 811 in 14 (average 36.9).
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