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Ishan Kishan vs MS Dhoni — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Ishan Kishan or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has the edge on the headline numbers: MS Dhoni leads on T20I batting (1,617 runs, avg 37.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Ishan Kishan (India) has 1,801 T20I runs at avg 31.1 in 62 matches. MS Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings) has 1,617 T20I runs at avg 37.6 in 98 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Ishan Kishan
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
MS Dhoni
🦁 CSK · 10 cr
🏏
Ishan Kishan
🇮🇳 India
🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
55
Avg Pts
151
Best FP
237.8
Pts/Cr
565
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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MS Dhoni
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
🧤 WK
10 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
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.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Ishan Kishan
55 higher avg pts · 151 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Ishan Kishan
VS
🏏 MS Dhoni
T20I Career Overview
62Matches98
🏏 Batting
1801Runs1617
31.05Batting Avg37.60
—Strike Rate126.13
1Centuries0
13Half-Centuries2
77Sixes 🔴52
103
Best Score
56
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Ishan Kishan vs MS Dhoni — 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
StatisticIshan KishanMS Dhoni
Matches200
Avg fantasy points550
Best fantasy score1510
Runs5650
Strike rate141.60.0
Fours590
Sixes170
Half-centuries (50+)30
Highest score810
Catches160
Total dismissals200
International career — T20I
StatisticIshan KishanMS Dhoni
Matches6298
Runs18011617
Batting average31.0537.60
Strike rate—126.1
Centuries (100+)10
Half-centuries (50+)132

📋 Format by format

T20I. Ishan Kishan has played 62 T20Is and MS Dhoni 98. Ishan Kishan has 1,801 runs at 31.1, against 1,617 at 37.6 (126.1) for MS Dhoni, so Ishan Kishan has scored more. Hundreds: Ishan Kishan 1, MS Dhoni 0. Fifties: 13 and 2.

ODI. Ishan Kishan has played 32 ODIs and MS Dhoni 350. Ishan Kishan has 1,107 runs at 42.6, against 10,773 at 50.6 (87.6) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: Ishan Kishan 2, MS Dhoni 10. Fifties: 7 and 73.

Test. Ishan Kishan has played 2 Tests and MS Dhoni 90. Ishan Kishan has 78 runs at 78.0 (strike rate 85.7), against 4,876 at 38.1 (59.1) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: Ishan Kishan 0, MS Dhoni 6. Fifties: 1 and 33.

International numbers up to 26 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Ishan Kishan
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 MS Dhoni
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Ishan Kishan
55 avg pts · 151 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 MS Dhoni
Captaining Ishan Kishan gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Ishan Kishan vs MS Dhoni — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Ishan Kishan has scored 1,801 T20I runs in 62 matches at an average of 31.05, with 1 century.

T20I career: MS Dhoni has scored 1,617 T20I runs in 98 matches at an average of 37.60, with 2 half-centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Ishan Kishan is the stronger pick with an average of 55 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 — Ishan Kishan or MS Dhoni?

Based on recent data, Ishan Kishan has the edge with a higher average of 55 fantasy points per game. Ishan Kishan leads in runs scored (565 runs). Overall Ishan Kishan is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Ishan Kishan vs MS Dhoni — who is a better fantasy captain?

Ishan Kishan is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 55 pts per game with a best score of 151 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 — Ishan Kishan or MS Dhoni?

Ishan Kishan has the superior batting strike rate this season (141.6), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Ishan Kishan and MS Dhoni?

Ishan Kishan costs 9 Cr and MS Dhoni costs 10 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 Ishan Kishan and MS Dhoni won?

Ishan Kishan has won 1 Man of the Match award and MS Dhoni has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Ishan Kishan or MS Dhoni in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Ishan Kishan is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if India are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Chennai Super Kings. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Ishan Kishan or MS Dhoni?

Ishan Kishan has more T20I runs: Ishan Kishan has 1,801 in 62 matches (average 31.1) and MS Dhoni has 1,617 in 98 (average 37.6).

Who has more ODI runs, Ishan Kishan or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more ODI runs: Ishan Kishan has 1,107 in 32 matches (average 42.6) and MS Dhoni has 10,773 in 350 (average 50.6).

Who has more Test runs, Ishan Kishan or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more Test runs: Ishan Kishan has 78 in 2 matches (average 78.0) and MS Dhoni has 4,876 in 90 (average 38.1).
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