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Jasprit Bumrah vs KL Rahul: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Jasprit Bumrah or KL Rahul?

KL Rahul has the edge on the headline numbers: KL Rahul leads on T20I batting (2,265 runs, avg 37.8). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Jasprit Bumrah (India) has 12 T20I runs at avg 2.0 in 100 matches. KL Rahul (India) has 2,265 T20I runs at avg 37.8 in 72 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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Jasprit Bumrah
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
KL Rahul
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
🏏
Jasprit Bumrah
🇮🇳 India
BOWL
9.5 cr
Credits
26
Avg Pts
74
Best FP
54.7
Pts/Cr
25
Total Runs
11
Total Wkts
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KL Rahul
🇮🇳 India
🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
74
Avg Pts
287
Best FP
199.5
Pts/Cr
815
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 KL Rahul
48 higher avg pts · 287 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
VS
🏏 KL Rahul
T20I Career Overview
100Matches72
🏏 Batting
12Runs2265
2.00Batting Avg37.75
66.67Strike Rate—
0Centuries2
0Half-Centuries22
0Sixes 🔴96
7
Best Score
110*
🎳 Bowling
126Wickets0
18.21Bowling Avg—
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/15
Best Figures
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Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Jasprit Bumrah vs KL Rahul · 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
StatisticJasprit BumrahKL Rahul
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points2674
Best fantasy score74287
Runs25815
Strike rate166.7102.9
Fours479
Sixes133
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)04
Highest score20152
Wickets110
Economy rate7.060.00
Best spell (wkts)20
Catches313
Total dismissals317
International career · T20I
StatisticJasprit BumrahKL Rahul
Matches10072
Runs122265
Batting average2.0037.75
Strike rate66.7—
Centuries (100+)02
Half-centuries (50+)022
Wickets1260
Bowling average18.21—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Jasprit Bumrah has played 100 T20Is and KL Rahul 72. Jasprit Bumrah has 12 runs at 2.0 (strike rate 66.7), against 2,265 at 37.8 for KL Rahul, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: Jasprit Bumrah 0, KL Rahul 2. Fifties: 0 and 22. Jasprit Bumrah also bowls: 126 wickets, while KL Rahul has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Jasprit Bumrah has played 91 ODIs and KL Rahul 101. Jasprit Bumrah has 111 runs at 9.3 (strike rate 64.9), against 3,541 at 51.3 for KL Rahul, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: Jasprit Bumrah 0, KL Rahul 9. Fifties: 0 and 20. Jasprit Bumrah also bowls: 151 wickets, while KL Rahul has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Jasprit Bumrah has played 52 Tests and KL Rahul 70. Jasprit Bumrah has 348 runs at 6.6 (strike rate 41.3), against 4,288 at 36.6 for KL Rahul, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: Jasprit Bumrah 0, KL Rahul 12. Fifties: 0 and 21. Jasprit Bumrah also bowls: 234 wickets at an economy of 2.77, while KL Rahul has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
🏏 KL Rahul
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 KL Rahul
74 avg pts · 287 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
Captaining KL Rahul gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

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Jasprit Bumrah

The first bowler to hold number one in all three ICC formats

Career: First bowler to be ranked number one in the ICC men's player rankings in Tests, ODIs and T20Is.

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Did you know: Jasprit Bumrah

  • Born 6 December 1993. A right-arm fast bowler.
  • Average pace about 142 km/h, with a fastest recorded delivery of 153 km/h in the Adelaide Test of 2018.
  • Idolised Mitchell Johnson, Wasim Akram and Brett Lee as a young bowler.
  • Captained India in Tests and in T20Is.
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Did you know: KL Rahul

  • He made his Test debut in the 2014 Boxing Day Test at Melbourne.
  • On ODI debut against Zimbabwe in 2016 he reached 100 with a six off the last ball, the only six of the match.
  • He took 20 international innings to have centuries in all three formats, the fastest ever.
  • His 14-ball fifty in 2018 was the fastest in IPL history at the time.
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🧠Quick quiz: Jasprit Bumrah and KL Rahul

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

  1. 1. How did Bumrah teach himself his yorker?
  2. 2. At which ground did Bumrah bowl his fastest recorded ball, 153 km/h?
  3. 3. Against which team did Rahul make a century on ODI debut?
  4. 4. How many balls did Rahul's record IPL fifty in 2018 take?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Jasprit Bumrah vs KL Rahul · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

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.

T20I career: KL Rahul has scored 2,265 T20I runs in 72 matches at an average of 37.75, with 2 centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, KL Rahul is the stronger pick with an average of 74 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, Jasprit Bumrah or KL Rahul?

Based on recent data, KL Rahul has the edge with a higher average of 74 fantasy points per game. KL Rahul leads in runs scored (815 runs). Overall KL Rahul is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Jasprit Bumrah vs KL Rahul: who is a better fantasy captain?

KL Rahul is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 74 pts per game with a best score of 287 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, Jasprit Bumrah or KL Rahul?

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 Jasprit Bumrah and KL Rahul?

Jasprit Bumrah costs 9.5 Cr and KL Rahul 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 Jasprit Bumrah and KL Rahul won?

Jasprit Bumrah has won 0 Man of the Match awards and KL Rahul has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Jasprit Bumrah or KL Rahul in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, KL Rahul 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, Jasprit Bumrah or KL Rahul?

KL Rahul has more T20I runs: Jasprit Bumrah has 12 in 100 matches (average 2.0) and KL Rahul has 2,265 in 72 (average 37.8).

Who has more ODI runs, Jasprit Bumrah or KL Rahul?

KL Rahul has more ODI runs: Jasprit Bumrah has 111 in 91 matches (average 9.3) and KL Rahul has 3,541 in 101 (average 51.3).

Who has more Test runs, Jasprit Bumrah or KL Rahul?

KL Rahul has more Test runs: Jasprit Bumrah has 348 in 52 matches (average 6.6) and KL Rahul has 4,288 in 70 (average 36.6).
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