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James Neesham vs Jasprit Bumrah — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — James Neesham or Jasprit Bumrah?

James Neesham has the edge on the headline numbers: James Neesham leads on T20I batting (1,105 runs, avg 20.1). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

James Neesham (Glasgow Cosmic) has 1,105 T20I runs at avg 20.1 in 105 matches. Jasprit Bumrah (India) has 12 T20I runs at avg 2.0 in 100 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
James Neesham
🌌 GC · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Jasprit Bumrah
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
🏏
James Neesham
🌌 Glasgow Cosmic
AR🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
58
Avg Pts
125
Best FP
81.2
Pts/Cr
222
Total Runs
8
Total Wkts
🏏
Jasprit Bumrah
🇮🇳 India
BOWL
9.5 cr
Credits
26
Avg Pts
74
Best FP
54.7
Pts/Cr
25
Total Runs
11
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 James Neesham
32 higher avg pts · 125 best fantasy score
🏏 James Neesham
VS
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
T20I Career Overview
105Matches100
🏏 Batting
1105Runs12
20.09Batting Avg2.00
145.01Strike Rate66.67
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries0
55Sixes 🔴0
48*
Best Score
7
🎳 Bowling
64Wickets126
24.28Bowling Avg18.21
9.24Economy Rate—
15-Wkt Hauls0
5/22
Best Figures
4/15
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

James Neesham vs Jasprit Bumrah — 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
StatisticJames NeeshamJasprit Bumrah
Matches1220
Avg fantasy points5826
Best fantasy score12574
Runs22225
Strike rate149.0166.7
Fours244
Sixes81
Highest score4820
Wickets811
Economy rate9.427.06
Best spell (wkts)22
Catches63
Total dismissals73
International career — T20I
StatisticJames NeeshamJasprit Bumrah
Matches105100
Runs110512
Batting average20.092.00
Strike rate145.066.7
Wickets64126
Bowling average24.2818.21
Economy rate9.24—
Five-wicket hauls10

📋 Format by format

T20I. James Neesham has played 105 T20Is and Jasprit Bumrah 100. James Neesham has 1,105 runs at 20.1 (strike rate 145.0), against 12 at 2.0 (66.7) for Jasprit Bumrah, so James Neesham has scored more. With the ball, James Neesham has 64 wickets at an economy of 9.24 and Jasprit Bumrah 126; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

ODI. James Neesham has played 76 ODIs and Jasprit Bumrah 91. James Neesham has 1,495 runs at 28.2 (strike rate 99.6), against 111 at 9.3 (64.9) for Jasprit Bumrah, so James Neesham has scored more. With the ball, James Neesham has 70 wickets and Jasprit Bumrah 151; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

Test. James Neesham has played 12 Tests and Jasprit Bumrah 52. James Neesham has 709 runs at 33.8 (strike rate 66.3), against 348 at 6.6 (41.3) for Jasprit Bumrah, so James Neesham has scored more. Hundreds: James Neesham 2, Jasprit Bumrah 0. Fifties: 4 and 0. With the ball, James Neesham has 14 wickets at an economy of 3.76 and Jasprit Bumrah 234 at 2.77; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

International numbers up to 16 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 James Neesham
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 James Neesham
58 avg pts · 125 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
Captaining James Neesham gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

James Neesham vs Jasprit Bumrah — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: James Neesham has scored 1,105 T20I runs in 105 matches at an average of 20.09. He has also taken 64 T20I wickets at an average of 24.28 with an economy of 9.24.

T20I career: Jasprit Bumrah has scored 12 T20I runs in 100 matches at an average of 2.00. He has also taken 126 T20I wickets at an average of 18.21.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, James Neesham is the stronger pick with an average of 58 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 — James Neesham or Jasprit Bumrah?

Based on recent data, James Neesham has the edge with a higher average of 58 fantasy points per game. James Neesham leads in runs scored (222 runs). Overall James Neesham is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

James Neesham vs Jasprit Bumrah — who is a better fantasy captain?

James Neesham is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 58 pts per game with a best score of 125 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 — James Neesham or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has the superior batting strike rate this season (166.7), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between James Neesham and Jasprit Bumrah?

James Neesham costs 8.5 Cr and Jasprit Bumrah 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 James Neesham and Jasprit Bumrah won?

James Neesham has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Jasprit Bumrah has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick James Neesham or Jasprit Bumrah in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, James Neesham is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Glasgow Cosmic 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, James Neesham or Jasprit Bumrah?

James Neesham has more T20I runs: James Neesham has 1,105 in 105 matches (average 20.1) and Jasprit Bumrah has 12 in 100 (average 2.0).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, James Neesham or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has more T20I wickets: James Neesham has 64 at an average of 24.3 and Jasprit Bumrah has 126 at 18.2.

Who has more ODI runs, James Neesham or Jasprit Bumrah?

James Neesham has more ODI runs: James Neesham has 1,495 in 76 matches (average 28.2) and Jasprit Bumrah has 111 in 91 (average 9.3).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

James Neesham scores faster in ODIs: James Neesham strikes at 99.6 and Jasprit Bumrah at 64.9.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, James Neesham or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has more ODI wickets: James Neesham has 70 at an average of 35.5 and Jasprit Bumrah has 151 at 23.7.

Who has more Test runs, James Neesham or Jasprit Bumrah?

James Neesham has more Test runs: James Neesham has 709 in 12 matches (average 33.8) and Jasprit Bumrah has 348 in 52 (average 6.6).

Who has taken more Test wickets, James Neesham or Jasprit Bumrah?

Jasprit Bumrah has more Test wickets: James Neesham has 14 at an average of 48.2 and Jasprit Bumrah has 234 at 19.8.
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