Jason Holder vs Trent Boult — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Jason Holder vs Trent Boult is one of the most searched cricket comparisons, combining international career stats with IPL fantasy data. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.

Jason Holder is a all-rounder for Gujarat Titans, priced at 8.5 Cr this season. Over 12 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 867 fantasy points, averaging 72 pts per game with a best of 155 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 65 IPL runs at a strike rate of 125, and has claimed 20 IPL wickets with an economy of 7.28. He has won Man of the Match 1 time this season.

International career: Jason Holder has scored 2,144 ODI runs in 129 matches at an average of 25.22, with 12 half-centuries internationally. He has also taken 151 ODI wickets at an average of 37.10 with an economy of 5.57. In T20Is, he has 869 runs across 93 matches (avg 18.9).

Trent Boult is a specialist bowler for Mumbai Indians, priced at 9 Cr. Across 5 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 78 fantasy points, averaging 16 pts per game with a best of 35 pts. He has scored 8 IPL runs at a strike rate of 200, picking up 2 IPL wickets at an economy of 11.60.

International career: Trent Boult has scored 216 ODI runs in 111 matches at an average of 9.00 internationally. He has also taken 206 ODI wickets at an average of 24.64 with an economy of 5.05. In TESTs, he has 759 runs across 78 matches (avg 15.8).

Batting edge: Jason Holder leads with the bat this season, making them the better pick if the pitch is expected to be batting-friendly or if the match is being played on a flat track.

Bowling edge: Jason Holder has been the more impactful bowler in IPL 2026, and becomes especially valuable in conditions that offer pace or spin movement.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Jason Holder is the stronger pick right now with an average of 72 pts per game and a best score of 155 pts. The value-for-money metric (points per credit) further reinforces this — always check this number before finalising your captain or vice-captain choice.

Captaincy Recommendation: Based on IPL 2026 season form, Jason Holder is the safer captaincy option. However, if the opposition's bowling or batting lineup suits the other player, consider rotating your captain pick. Always check the playing XI, pitch report, and toss result before locking in your captain.

Stats are updated after every IPL 2026 match. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool or check the Fantasy Leaderboard to see how top managers are building their teams.