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Jasprit Bumrah vs Shuaib Al Balushi: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Jasprit Bumrah or Shuaib Al Balushi?

Jasprit Bumrah has the edge on the headline numbers: Jasprit Bumrah leads on T20I bowling (126 wickets, avg 18.2). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Jasprit Bumrah (India) has 12 T20I runs at avg 2.0 in 100 matches. Shuaib Al Balushi () has 97 T20I runs in 5 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
🏏
Shuaib Al Balushi
· 8 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
🏏
Shuaib Al Balushi
AR
8 cr
Credits
67
Avg Pts
67
Best FP
8.4
Pts/Cr
20
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Shuaib Al Balushi
41 higher avg pts · 67 best fantasy score
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
VS
🏏 Shuaib Al Balushi
T20I Career Overview
100Matches5
🏏 Batting
12Runs97
2.00Batting Avg—
66.67Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries0
0Sixes 🔴0
7
Best Score
—
🎳 Bowling
126Wickets3
18.21Bowling Avg0.00
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/15
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Jasprit Bumrah vs Shuaib Al Balushi · 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 BumrahShuaib Al Balushi
Matches201
Avg fantasy points2667
Best fantasy score7467
Runs2520
Strike rate166.776.9
Fours42
Sixes11
Highest score2020
Wickets111
Economy rate7.066.00
Best spell (wkts)21
Catches31
Total dismissals31
International career · T20I
StatisticJasprit BumrahShuaib Al Balushi
Matches1005
Runs1297
Batting average2.00—
Strike rate66.7—
Wickets1263
Bowling average18.210.00

📋 Format by format

T20I. Jasprit Bumrah has played 100 T20Is and Shuaib Al Balushi 5. Jasprit Bumrah has 12 runs at 2.0 (strike rate 66.7), against 97 for Shuaib Al Balushi, so Shuaib Al Balushi has scored more. With the ball, Jasprit Bumrah has 126 wickets and Shuaib Al Balushi 3; Jasprit Bumrah has more wickets.

International numbers up to 16 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
🏏 Shuaib Al Balushi
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shuaib Al Balushi
67 avg pts · 67 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Jasprit Bumrah
Captaining Shuaib Al Balushi 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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🧠Quick quiz: Jasprit Bumrah and Shuaib Al Balushi

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  1. 1. How did Bumrah teach himself his yorker?
  2. 2. At which ground did Bumrah bowl his fastest recorded ball, 153 km/h?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Jasprit Bumrah vs Shuaib Al Balushi · 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: He has also taken 3 T20I wickets.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shuaib Al Balushi is the stronger pick with an average of 67 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 Shuaib Al Balushi?

Based on recent data, Shuaib Al Balushi has the edge with a higher average of 67 fantasy points per game. Jasprit Bumrah leads in runs scored (25 runs). Overall Shuaib Al Balushi is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Jasprit Bumrah vs Shuaib Al Balushi: who is a better fantasy captain?

Shuaib Al Balushi is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 67 pts per game with a best score of 74 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 Shuaib Al Balushi?

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 Shuaib Al Balushi?

Jasprit Bumrah costs 9.5 Cr and Shuaib Al Balushi costs 8 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 Shuaib Al Balushi won?

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

Should I pick Jasprit Bumrah or Shuaib Al Balushi in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shuaib Al Balushi 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 . Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Jasprit Bumrah or Shuaib Al Balushi?

Shuaib Al Balushi has more T20I runs: Jasprit Bumrah has 12 in 100 matches (average 2.0) and Shuaib Al Balushi has 97 in 5.
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