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Jasprit Bumrah vs Kuldeep Yadav: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Jasprit Bumrah or Kuldeep Yadav?

Kuldeep Yadav has the edge on the headline numbers: Kuldeep Yadav leads on T20I batting (48 runs, avg 8.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Jasprit Bumrah (India) has 12 T20I runs at avg 2.0 in 100 matches. Kuldeep Yadav (India) has 48 T20I runs at avg 8.0 in 54 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
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PLAYER 2
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Kuldeep Yadav
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
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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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Kuldeep Yadav
🇮🇳 India
BOWL🏅 2× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
38
Avg Pts
154
Best FP
90.2
Pts/Cr
39
Total Runs
22
Total Wkts
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Kuldeep Yadav
12 higher avg pts · 154 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
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🏏 Kuldeep Yadav
T20I Career Overview
100Matches54
🏏 Batting
12Runs48
2.00Batting Avg8.00
66.67Strike Rate67.61
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries0
0Sixes 🔴0
7
Best Score
23*
🎳 Bowling
126Wickets95
18.21Bowling Avg13.74
05-Wkt Hauls2
4/15
Best Figures
5/17
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Jasprit Bumrah vs Kuldeep Yadav · 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 BumrahKuldeep Yadav
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points2638
Best fantasy score74154
Runs2539
Strike rate166.752.7
Fours43
Sixes10
Highest score2018
Wickets1122
Economy rate7.066.59
Best spell (wkts)24
Catches32
Total dismissals32
International career · T20I
StatisticJasprit BumrahKuldeep Yadav
Matches10054
Runs1248
Batting average2.008.00
Strike rate66.767.6
Wickets12695
Bowling average18.2113.74
Five-wicket hauls02

📋 Format by format

T20I. Jasprit Bumrah has played 100 T20Is and Kuldeep Yadav 54. Jasprit Bumrah has 12 runs at 2.0 (strike rate 66.7), against 48 at 8.0 (67.6) for Kuldeep Yadav, so Kuldeep Yadav has scored more. With the ball, Jasprit Bumrah has 126 wickets and Kuldeep Yadav 95; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

ODI. Jasprit Bumrah has played 91 ODIs and Kuldeep Yadav 120. Jasprit Bumrah has 111 runs at 9.3 (strike rate 64.9), against 212 at 9.6 (53.1) for Kuldeep Yadav, so Kuldeep Yadav has scored more. With the ball, Jasprit Bumrah has 151 wickets and Kuldeep Yadav 194 at 5.12; Kuldeep Yadav has more wickets.

Test. Jasprit Bumrah has played 52 Tests and Kuldeep Yadav 18. Jasprit Bumrah has 348 runs at 6.6 (strike rate 41.3), against 243 at 12.2 (26.6) for Kuldeep Yadav, so Jasprit Bumrah has scored more. With the ball, Jasprit Bumrah has 234 wickets at an economy of 2.77 and Kuldeep Yadav 77 at 3.56; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

International numbers up to 15 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
🏏 Kuldeep Yadav
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Kuldeep Yadav
38 avg pts · 154 best · 2 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
Captaining Kuldeep Yadav 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.
Full Jasprit Bumrah profile →

Did you know: Kuldeep Yadav

  • He made his Test debut against Australia at Dharamshala on 25 March 2017.
  • He is the first left-arm wrist spinner to represent India in Tests.
  • His hat-trick against the West Indies on 18 December 2019 made him the first Indian bowler with two in international cricket.
  • He won the 2024 and 2026 T20 World Cups and the 2025 Champions Trophy with India.
Full Kuldeep Yadav profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav

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. What makes Kuldeep a first for India in Tests?
  4. 4. Where did Kuldeep make his Test debut in 2017?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Jasprit Bumrah vs Kuldeep Yadav · 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: Kuldeep Yadav has scored 48 T20I runs in 54 matches at an average of 8.00. He has also taken 95 T20I wickets at an average of 13.74.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Kuldeep Yadav is the stronger pick with an average of 38 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 Kuldeep Yadav?

Based on recent data, Kuldeep Yadav has the edge with a higher average of 38 fantasy points per game. Kuldeep Yadav leads in runs scored (39 runs). Overall Kuldeep Yadav is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Jasprit Bumrah vs Kuldeep Yadav: who is a better fantasy captain?

Kuldeep Yadav is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 38 pts per game with a best score of 154 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 Kuldeep Yadav?

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 Kuldeep Yadav?

Jasprit Bumrah costs 9.5 Cr and Kuldeep Yadav costs 9 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 Kuldeep Yadav won?

Jasprit Bumrah has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Kuldeep Yadav has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Jasprit Bumrah or Kuldeep Yadav in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Kuldeep Yadav 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 Kuldeep Yadav?

Kuldeep Yadav has more T20I runs: Jasprit Bumrah has 12 in 100 matches (average 2.0) and Kuldeep Yadav has 48 in 54 (average 8.0).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Jasprit Bumrah or Kuldeep Yadav?

Jasprit Bumrah has more T20I wickets: Jasprit Bumrah has 126 at an average of 18.2 and Kuldeep Yadav has 95 at 13.7.

Who has more ODI runs, Jasprit Bumrah or Kuldeep Yadav?

Kuldeep Yadav has more ODI runs: Jasprit Bumrah has 111 in 91 matches (average 9.3) and Kuldeep Yadav has 212 in 120 (average 9.6).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Jasprit Bumrah scores faster in ODIs: Jasprit Bumrah strikes at 64.9 and Kuldeep Yadav at 53.1.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Jasprit Bumrah or Kuldeep Yadav?

Kuldeep Yadav has more ODI wickets: Jasprit Bumrah has 151 at an average of 23.7 and Kuldeep Yadav has 194 at 26.2.

Who has more Test runs, Jasprit Bumrah or Kuldeep Yadav?

Jasprit Bumrah has more Test runs: Jasprit Bumrah has 348 in 52 matches (average 6.6) and Kuldeep Yadav has 243 in 18 (average 12.2).

Who has taken more Test wickets, Jasprit Bumrah or Kuldeep Yadav?

Jasprit Bumrah has more Test wickets: Jasprit Bumrah has 234 at an average of 19.8 and Kuldeep Yadav has 77 at 23.5.
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