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Joe Root vs Shivam Dube — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Joe Root or Shivam Dube?

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. Shivam Dube (India) has 4,213 T20I runs at avg 34.0 in 138 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Joe Root
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shivam Dube
🇮🇳 IND · 8.5 cr
🏏
Joe Root
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
BAT🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
63
Avg Pts
163
Best FP
103.5
Pts/Cr
847
Total Runs
2
Total Wkts
🏏
Shivam Dube
🇮🇳 India
AR
8.5 cr
Credits
36
Avg Pts
113
Best FP
124.5
Pts/Cr
202
Total Runs
11
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Joe Root
27 higher avg pts · 163 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM
🏏 Joe Root
VS
🏏 Shivam Dube
T20I Career Overview
32Matches138
🏏 Batting
893Runs4213
35.72Batting Avg33.98
126.31Strike Rate159.83
0Centuries4
5Half-Centuries28
16Sixes 🔴236
90*
Best Score
117
🎳 Bowling
6Wickets37
23.17Bowling Avg24.86
9.93Economy Rate9.68
05-Wkt Hauls0
2/9
Best Figures
3/4
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Joe Root vs Shivam Dube — 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 RootShivam Dube
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points6336
Best fantasy score163113
Runs847202
Strike rate79.5134.7
Fours9014
Sixes410
Half-centuries (50+)60
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score12342
Wickets211
Economy rate5.618.64
Best spell (wkts)12
Catches93
Total dismissals104
International career — T20I
StatisticJoe RootShivam Dube
Matches32138
Runs8934213
Batting average35.7233.98
Strike rate126.3159.8
Centuries (100+)04
Half-centuries (50+)528
Wickets637
Bowling average23.1724.86
Economy rate9.939.68

📋 Format by format

T20I. Joe Root has played 32 T20Is and Shivam Dube 138. Joe Root has 893 runs at 35.7 (strike rate 126.3), against 4,213 at 34.0 (159.8) for Shivam Dube, so Shivam Dube has scored more. Hundreds: Joe Root 0, Shivam Dube 4. Fifties: 5 and 28. With the ball, Joe Root has 6 wickets at an economy of 9.93 and Shivam Dube 37 at 9.68; Shivam Dube has more wickets.

ODI. Joe Root has played 195 ODIs and Shivam Dube 43. Joe Root has 7,903 runs at 50.7, against 816 at 23.3 (104.0) for Shivam Dube, so Joe Root has scored more. Hundreds: Joe Root 20, Shivam Dube 0. Fifties: 48 and 4. With the ball, Joe Root has 31 wickets at an economy of 5.91 and Shivam Dube 3 at 5.72; Joe Root has more wickets while Shivam Dube is more economical.

International numbers up to 27 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Joe Root
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Shivam Dube
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More wickets
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Joe Root
63 avg pts · 163 best · 2 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Shivam Dube
Captaining Joe Root gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Joe Root vs Shivam Dube — 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: Shivam Dube has scored 4,213 T20I runs in 138 matches at an average of 33.98, with 4 centuries. He has also taken 37 T20I wickets at an average of 24.86 with an economy of 9.68.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Joe Root is the stronger pick with an average of 63 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 Shivam Dube?

Based on recent data, Joe Root has the edge with a higher average of 63 fantasy points per game. Joe Root leads in runs scored (847 runs). Overall Joe Root is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Joe Root vs Shivam Dube — who is a better fantasy captain?

Joe Root is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 63 pts per game with a best score of 163 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 Shivam Dube?

Shivam Dube has the superior batting strike rate this season (134.7), 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 Shivam Dube?

Joe Root costs 9.5 Cr and Shivam Dube 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 Shivam Dube won?

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

Should I pick Joe Root or Shivam Dube 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 Shivam Dube?

Shivam Dube has more T20I runs: Joe Root has 893 in 32 matches (average 35.7) and Shivam Dube has 4,213 in 138 (average 34.0).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Shivam Dube scores faster in T20Is: Joe Root strikes at 126.3 and Shivam Dube at 159.8.

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Joe Root or Shivam Dube?

Shivam Dube has more T20I wickets: Joe Root has 6 at an average of 23.2 and Shivam Dube has 37 at 24.9.

Who has more ODI runs, Joe Root or Shivam Dube?

Joe Root has more ODI runs: Joe Root has 7,903 in 195 matches (average 50.7) and Shivam Dube has 816 in 43 (average 23.3).
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