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Ishan Kishan vs Tilak Varma: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Ishan Kishan or Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the edge on the headline numbers: Tilak Varma leads on T20I batting (1,619 runs, avg 45.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Ishan Kishan (India) has 1,801 T20I runs at avg 31.1 in 62 matches. Tilak Varma (India) has 1,619 T20I runs at avg 45.0 in 57 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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Ishan Kishan
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 IND · 8 cr
🏏
Ishan Kishan
🇮🇳 India
🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
60
Avg Pts
151
Best FP
313.3
Pts/Cr
670
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 1× MOTM
8 cr
Credits
48
Avg Pts
141
Best FP
242.8
Pts/Cr
448
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Ishan Kishan
12 higher avg pts · 151 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Ishan Kishan
VS
🏏 Tilak Varma
T20I Career Overview
62Matches57
🏏 Batting
1801Runs1619
31.05Batting Avg44.97
—Strike Rate145.72
1Centuries2
13Half-Centuries9
77Sixes 🔴82
103
Best Score
120*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets5
—Bowling Avg12.80
—Economy Rate6.10
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
1/1
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Ishan Kishan vs Tilak Varma · 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 KishanTilak Varma
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points6048
Best fantasy score151141
Runs670448
Strike rate154.0163.5
Fours7131
Sixes2523
Half-centuries (50+)44
Highest score8160
Wickets01
Economy rate0.009.00
Best spell (wkts)01
Catches1414
Total dismissals1615
International career · T20I
StatisticIshan KishanTilak Varma
Matches6257
Runs18011619
Batting average31.0544.97
Strike rate—145.7
Centuries (100+)12
Half-centuries (50+)139
Wickets05
Bowling average—12.80
Economy rate—6.10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Ishan Kishan has played 62 T20Is and Tilak Varma 57. Ishan Kishan has 1,801 runs at 31.1, against 1,619 at 45.0 (145.7) for Tilak Varma, so Ishan Kishan has scored more. Hundreds: Ishan Kishan 1, Tilak Varma 2. Fifties: 13 and 9. Tilak Varma also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.10, while Ishan Kishan has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Ishan Kishan has played 32 ODIs and Tilak Varma 5. Ishan Kishan has 1,107 runs at 42.6, against 68 at 22.7 (57.1) for Tilak Varma, so Ishan Kishan has scored more. Hundreds: Ishan Kishan 2, Tilak Varma 0. Fifties: 7 and 1.

International numbers up to 26 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Ishan Kishan
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Tilak Varma
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Ishan Kishan
60 avg pts · 151 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Tilak Varma
Captaining Ishan Kishan gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

Did you know: Tilak Varma

  • His maiden T20I century was 107 not out off 56 balls against South Africa in November 2024.
  • He followed it with an unbeaten 120 off 47 balls in the very next match.
  • His 69 in the 2025 Asia Cup final against Pakistan won him the player of the match award.
  • He was part of the India side that won the men's cricket gold at the 2026 Asian Games.
Full Tilak Varma profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma

2 questions, answers explained. No sign-up needed.

  1. 1. What did Tilak score in his first T20I hundred, against South Africa in 2024?
  2. 2. How many balls did Tilak face for his 120 not out?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Ishan Kishan vs Tilak Varma · 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: Tilak Varma has scored 1,619 T20I runs in 57 matches at an average of 44.97, with 2 centuries. He has also taken 5 T20I wickets at an average of 12.80 with an economy of 6.10.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Ishan Kishan is the stronger pick with an average of 60 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 Tilak Varma?

Based on recent data, Ishan Kishan has the edge with a higher average of 60 fantasy points per game. Ishan Kishan leads in runs scored (670 runs). Overall Ishan Kishan is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Ishan Kishan vs Tilak Varma: who is a better fantasy captain?

Ishan Kishan is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 60 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 Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the superior batting strike rate this season (163.5), 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 Tilak Varma?

Ishan Kishan costs 9 Cr and Tilak Varma costs 8 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 Tilak Varma won?

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

Should I pick Ishan Kishan or Tilak Varma 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 India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Ishan Kishan or Tilak Varma?

Ishan Kishan has more T20I runs: Ishan Kishan has 1,801 in 62 matches (average 31.1) and Tilak Varma has 1,619 in 57 (average 45.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Ishan Kishan or Tilak Varma?

Ishan Kishan has more ODI runs: Ishan Kishan has 1,107 in 32 matches (average 42.6) and Tilak Varma has 68 in 5 (average 22.7).
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