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Janith Liyanage vs Jasprit Bumrah: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Janith Liyanage or Jasprit Bumrah?

Janith Liyanage has the edge on the headline numbers: Janith Liyanage leads on T20I batting (181 runs, avg 22.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Janith Liyanage (Sri Lanka) has 181 T20I runs at avg 22.6 in 14 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
🏏
Janith Liyanage
🇱🇰 SL · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Jasprit Bumrah
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
🏏
Janith Liyanage
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BAT🏅 2× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
49
Avg Pts
106
Best FP
76.9
Pts/Cr
353
Total Runs
1
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
🏏 Janith Liyanage
23 higher avg pts · 106 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM
🏏 Janith Liyanage
VS
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
T20I Career Overview
14Matches100
🏏 Batting
181Runs12
22.63Batting Avg2.00
103.43Strike Rate66.67
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries0
3Sixes 🔴0
41*
Best Score
7
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets126
—Bowling Avg18.21
13.71Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
4/15
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Janith Liyanage 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
StatisticJanith LiyanageJasprit Bumrah
Matches1420
Avg fantasy points4926
Best fantasy score10674
Runs35325
Strike rate130.7166.7
Fours344
Sixes101
Half-centuries (50+)30
Highest score6020
Wickets111
Economy rate8.647.06
Best spell (wkts)12
Catches73
Total dismissals83
International career — T20I
StatisticJanith LiyanageJasprit Bumrah
Matches14100
Runs18112
Batting average22.632.00
Strike rate103.466.7
Wickets0126
Bowling average—18.21
Economy rate13.71—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Janith Liyanage has played 14 T20Is and Jasprit Bumrah 100. Janith Liyanage has 181 runs at 22.6 (strike rate 103.4), against 12 at 2.0 (66.7) for Jasprit Bumrah, so Janith Liyanage has scored more. Jasprit Bumrah also bowls: 126 wickets, while Janith Liyanage has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Janith Liyanage has played 39 ODIs and Jasprit Bumrah 91. Janith Liyanage has 1,089 runs at 41.9, against 111 at 9.3 (64.9) for Jasprit Bumrah, so Janith Liyanage has scored more. Hundreds: Janith Liyanage 1, Jasprit Bumrah 0. Fifties: 7 and 0. With the ball, Janith Liyanage has 4 wickets at an economy of 5.18 and Jasprit Bumrah 151; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

International numbers up to 16 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Janith Liyanage
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Janith Liyanage
49 avg pts · 106 best · 2 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
Captaining Janith Liyanage gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Janith Liyanage has scored 181 T20I runs in 14 matches at an average of 22.63.

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, Janith Liyanage is the stronger pick with an average of 49 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 — Janith Liyanage or Jasprit Bumrah?

Based on recent data, Janith Liyanage has the edge with a higher average of 49 fantasy points per game. Janith Liyanage leads in runs scored (353 runs). Overall Janith Liyanage is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Janith Liyanage vs Jasprit Bumrah — who is a better fantasy captain?

Janith Liyanage is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 49 pts per game with a best score of 106 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 — Janith Liyanage 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 Janith Liyanage and Jasprit Bumrah?

Janith Liyanage costs 9 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 Janith Liyanage and Jasprit Bumrah won?

Janith Liyanage has won 2 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 Janith Liyanage or Jasprit Bumrah in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Janith Liyanage is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Sri Lanka 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, Janith Liyanage or Jasprit Bumrah?

Janith Liyanage has more T20I runs: Janith Liyanage has 181 in 14 matches (average 22.6) and Jasprit Bumrah has 12 in 100 (average 2.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Janith Liyanage or Jasprit Bumrah?

Janith Liyanage has more ODI runs: Janith Liyanage has 1,089 in 39 matches (average 41.9) and Jasprit Bumrah has 111 in 91 (average 9.3).
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