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Joe Root vs Prasidh Krishna: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Joe Root or Prasidh Krishna?

Joe Root has the edge on the headline numbers: Joe Root leads on T20I batting (893 runs, avg 35.7). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Joe Root (England) has 893 T20I runs at avg 35.7 in 32 matches. Prasidh Krishna (India) has 2 T20I runs in 8 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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Joe Root
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 10 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Prasidh Krishna
🇮🇳 IND · 8.5 cr
🏏
Joe Root
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
BAT🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
55
Avg Pts
122
Best FP
146.5
Pts/Cr
707
Total Runs
2
Total Wkts
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Prasidh Krishna
🇮🇳 India
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
51
Avg Pts
204
Best FP
160.9
Pts/Cr
16
Total Runs
28
Total Wkts
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched, so pick based on ground & match-up!
🏏 Joe Root
VS
🏏 Prasidh Krishna
T20I Career Overview
32Matches8
🏏 Batting
893Runs2
35.72Batting Avg—
126.31Strike Rate66.67
0Centuries0
5Half-Centuries0
16Sixes 🔴0
90*
Best Score
1*
🎳 Bowling
6Wickets9
23.17Bowling Avg38.56
9.93Economy Rate11.19
05-Wkt Hauls0
2/9
Best Figures
3/41
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Joe Root vs Prasidh Krishna · 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
StatisticJoe RootPrasidh Krishna
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5551
Best fantasy score122204
Runs70716
Strike rate87.747.1
Fours722
Sixes30
Half-centuries (50+)60
Highest score996
Wickets228
Economy rate8.575.60
Best spell (wkts)15
Catches912
Total dismissals1113
International career · T20I
StatisticJoe RootPrasidh Krishna
Matches328
Runs8932
Batting average35.72—
Strike rate126.366.7
Half-centuries (50+)50
Wickets69
Bowling average23.1738.56
Economy rate9.9311.19

📋 Format by format

T20I. Joe Root has played 32 T20Is and Prasidh Krishna 8. Joe Root has 893 runs at 35.7 (strike rate 126.3), against 2 (66.7) for Prasidh Krishna, so Joe Root has scored more. With the ball, Joe Root has 6 wickets at an economy of 9.93 and Prasidh Krishna 9 at 11.19; Prasidh Krishna has more wickets while Joe Root is more economical.

ODI. Joe Root has played 195 ODIs and Prasidh Krishna 28. Joe Root has 7,903 runs at 50.7, against 2 at 0.7 (10.0) for Prasidh Krishna, so Joe Root has scored more. Hundreds: Joe Root 20, Prasidh Krishna 0. Fifties: 48 and 0. With the ball, Joe Root has 31 wickets at an economy of 5.91 and Prasidh Krishna 50; Prasidh Krishna has more wickets.

Test. Joe Root has played 169 Tests and Prasidh Krishna 7. Joe Root has 14,278 runs at 50.5 (strike rate 57.8), against 10 at 2.0 (12.7) for Prasidh Krishna, so Joe Root has scored more. Hundreds: Joe Root 41, Prasidh Krishna 0. Fifties: 69 and 0. With the ball, Joe Root has 74 wickets at an economy of 3.37 and Prasidh Krishna 25 at 4.63; Joe Root has more wickets.

International numbers up to 27 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Joe Root
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Prasidh Krishna
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
Both players are closely matched, so consider pitch conditions and recent form before choosing captain.

Did you know: Joe Root

  • He is England's leading run-scorer in both Tests and ODIs, and second on the all-time Test list.
  • His highest Test score is 262, made while sharing a 454-run stand with Harry Brook, a world record for the fourth wicket.
  • He holds the record for the most Test catches by a fielder who is not a wicketkeeper.
  • He was England's top scorer at the 2019 World Cup, which they won, and is their leading World Cup run-scorer.
Full Joe Root profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Joe Root and Prasidh Krishna

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  1. 1. Who is the only player with more Test runs than Joe Root?
  2. 2. Who shared Root's world-record 454-run fourth-wicket stand?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Joe Root vs Prasidh Krishna · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Joe Root has scored 893 T20I runs in 32 matches at an average of 35.72, with 5 half-centuries. He has also taken 6 T20I wickets at an average of 23.17 with an economy of 9.93.

T20I career: Prasidh Krishna has scored 2 T20I runs in 8 matches. He has also taken 9 T20I wickets at an average of 38.56 with an economy of 11.19.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Joe Root is the stronger pick with an average of 55 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, Joe Root or Prasidh Krishna?

Based on recent data, Joe Root has the edge with a higher average of 55 fantasy points per game. Joe Root leads in runs scored (707 runs). Overall Joe Root is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Joe Root vs Prasidh Krishna: who is a better fantasy captain?

Joe Root is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 55 pts per game with a best score of 204 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, Joe Root or Prasidh Krishna?

Joe Root has the superior batting strike rate this season (87.7), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Joe Root and Prasidh Krishna?

Joe Root costs 10 Cr and Prasidh Krishna 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 Joe Root and Prasidh Krishna won?

Joe Root has won 2 Man of the Match awards and Prasidh Krishna has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Joe Root or Prasidh Krishna in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Joe Root is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if England 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, Joe Root or Prasidh Krishna?

Joe Root has more T20I runs: Joe Root has 893 in 32 matches (average 35.7) and Prasidh Krishna has 2 in 8.

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Joe Root or Prasidh Krishna?

Prasidh Krishna has more T20I wickets: Joe Root has 6 at an average of 23.2 and Prasidh Krishna has 9 at 38.6.

Who has more ODI runs, Joe Root or Prasidh Krishna?

Joe Root has more ODI runs: Joe Root has 7,903 in 195 matches (average 50.7) and Prasidh Krishna has 2 in 28 (average 0.7).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Joe Root or Prasidh Krishna?

Prasidh Krishna has more ODI wickets: Joe Root has 31 at an average of 54.1 and Prasidh Krishna has 50 at 26.6.

Who has more Test runs, Joe Root or Prasidh Krishna?

Joe Root has more Test runs: Joe Root has 14,278 in 169 matches (average 50.5) and Prasidh Krishna has 10 in 7 (average 2.0).

Who has taken more Test wickets, Joe Root or Prasidh Krishna?

Joe Root has more Test wickets: Joe Root has 74 at an average of 48.1 and Prasidh Krishna has 25 at 34.1.
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