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Jasprit Bumrah vs Pavan Rathnayake: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Jasprit Bumrah or Pavan Rathnayake?

Pavan Rathnayake has the edge on the headline numbers: Pavan Rathnayake leads on T20I batting (271 runs, avg 22.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Jasprit Bumrah (India) has 12 T20I runs at avg 2.0 in 100 matches. Pavan Rathnayake (Sri Lanka) has 271 T20I runs at avg 22.6 in 15 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Jasprit Bumrah
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Pavan Rathnayake
🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 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
🏏
Pavan Rathnayake
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BAT
8.5 cr
Credits
37
Avg Pts
128
Best FP
65.1
Pts/Cr
309
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Pavan Rathnayake
11 higher avg pts · 128 best fantasy score
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
VS
🏏 Pavan Rathnayake
T20I Career Overview
100Matches15
🏏 Batting
12Runs271
2.00Batting Avg22.58
66.67Strike Rate140.41
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries2
0Sixes 🔴7
7
Best Score
60
🎳 Bowling
126Wickets2
18.21Bowling Avg5.50
—Economy Rate5.50
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/15
Best Figures
2/11
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Jasprit Bumrah vs Pavan Rathnayake — 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 BumrahPavan Rathnayake
Matches2015
Avg fantasy points2637
Best fantasy score74128
Runs25309
Strike rate166.7105.8
Fours424
Sixes19
Half-centuries (50+)01
Highest score2079
Wickets110
Economy rate7.060.00
Best spell (wkts)20
Catches39
Total dismissals310
International career — T20I
StatisticJasprit BumrahPavan Rathnayake
Matches10015
Runs12271
Batting average2.0022.58
Strike rate66.7140.4
Half-centuries (50+)02
Wickets1262
Bowling average18.215.50
Economy rate—5.50

📋 Format by format

T20I. Jasprit Bumrah has played 100 T20Is and Pavan Rathnayake 15. Jasprit Bumrah has 12 runs at 2.0 (strike rate 66.7), against 271 at 22.6 (140.4) for Pavan Rathnayake, so Pavan Rathnayake has scored more. With the ball, Jasprit Bumrah has 126 wickets and Pavan Rathnayake 2 at 5.50; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

ODI. Jasprit Bumrah has played 91 ODIs and Pavan Rathnayake 5. Jasprit Bumrah has 111 runs at 9.3 (strike rate 64.9), against 218 at 43.6 (91.6) for Pavan Rathnayake, so Pavan Rathnayake has scored more. Hundreds: Jasprit Bumrah 0, Pavan Rathnayake 1. Fifties: 0 and 0. Jasprit Bumrah also bowls: 151 wickets, while Pavan Rathnayake has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 16 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
🏏 Pavan Rathnayake
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Pavan Rathnayake
37 avg pts · 128 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
Captaining Pavan Rathnayake gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Jasprit Bumrah vs Pavan Rathnayake — 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: Pavan Rathnayake has scored 271 T20I runs in 15 matches at an average of 22.58, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 2 T20I wickets at an average of 5.50 with an economy of 5.50.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Pavan Rathnayake is the stronger pick with an average of 37 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 Pavan Rathnayake?

Based on recent data, Pavan Rathnayake has the edge with a higher average of 37 fantasy points per game. Pavan Rathnayake leads in runs scored (309 runs). Overall Pavan Rathnayake is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Jasprit Bumrah vs Pavan Rathnayake — who is a better fantasy captain?

Pavan Rathnayake is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 37 pts per game with a best score of 128 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 Pavan Rathnayake?

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 Pavan Rathnayake?

Jasprit Bumrah costs 9.5 Cr and Pavan Rathnayake costs 8.5 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 Pavan Rathnayake won?

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

Should I pick Jasprit Bumrah or Pavan Rathnayake in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Pavan Rathnayake 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 Sri Lanka. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Jasprit Bumrah or Pavan Rathnayake?

Pavan Rathnayake has more T20I runs: Jasprit Bumrah has 12 in 100 matches (average 2.0) and Pavan Rathnayake has 271 in 15 (average 22.6).

Who has more ODI runs, Jasprit Bumrah or Pavan Rathnayake?

Pavan Rathnayake has more ODI runs: Jasprit Bumrah has 111 in 91 matches (average 9.3) and Pavan Rathnayake has 218 in 5 (average 43.6).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Pavan Rathnayake scores faster in ODIs: Jasprit Bumrah strikes at 64.9 and Pavan Rathnayake at 91.6.
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