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Jofra Archer vs MS Dhoni — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Jofra Archer or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has the edge on the headline numbers: MS Dhoni leads on T20I batting (1,617 runs, avg 37.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Jofra Archer (England) has 129 T20I runs at avg 11.7 in 51 matches. MS Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings) has 1,617 T20I runs at avg 37.6 in 98 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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Jofra Archer
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 9 cr
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PLAYER 2
🏏
MS Dhoni
🦁 CSK · 10 cr
🏏
Jofra Archer
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
BOWL🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
64
Avg Pts
164
Best FP
257.7
Pts/Cr
106
Total Runs
32
Total Wkts
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MS Dhoni
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
🧤 WK
10 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Jofra Archer
64 higher avg pts · 164 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Jofra Archer
VS
🏏 MS Dhoni
T20I Career Overview
51Matches98
🏏 Batting
129Runs1617
11.73Batting Avg37.60
150.00Strike Rate126.13
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries2
7Sixes 🔴52
21
Best Score
56
🎳 Bowling
68Wickets0
23.00Bowling Avg—
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/33
Best Figures
-
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Jofra Archer vs MS Dhoni — 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
StatisticJofra ArcherMS Dhoni
Matches200
Avg fantasy points640
Best fantasy score1640
Runs1060
Strike rate93.80.0
Fours60
Sixes60
Highest score320
Wickets320
Economy rate5.610.00
Best spell (wkts)50
Catches50
Total dismissals70
International career — T20I
StatisticJofra ArcherMS Dhoni
Matches5198
Runs1291617
Batting average11.7337.60
Strike rate150.0126.1
Half-centuries (50+)02
Wickets680
Bowling average23.00—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Jofra Archer has played 51 T20Is and MS Dhoni 98. Jofra Archer has 129 runs at 11.7 (strike rate 150.0), against 1,617 at 37.6 (126.1) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Jofra Archer also bowls: 68 wickets, while MS Dhoni has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Jofra Archer has played 42 ODIs and MS Dhoni 350. Jofra Archer has 221 runs at 17.0 (strike rate 119.5), against 10,773 at 50.6 (87.6) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: Jofra Archer 0, MS Dhoni 10. Fifties: 0 and 73. With the ball, Jofra Archer has 71 wickets and MS Dhoni 1 at 5.17; Jofra Archer has more wickets.

Test. Jofra Archer has played 23 Tests and MS Dhoni 90. Jofra Archer has 364 runs at 12.1, against 4,876 at 38.1 (59.1) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: Jofra Archer 0, MS Dhoni 6. Fifties: 1 and 33. Jofra Archer also bowls: 83 wickets, while MS Dhoni has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 27 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Jofra Archer
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 MS Dhoni
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Jofra Archer
64 avg pts · 164 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 MS Dhoni
Captaining Jofra Archer gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Jofra Archer vs MS Dhoni — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Jofra Archer has scored 129 T20I runs in 51 matches at an average of 11.73. He has also taken 68 T20I wickets at an average of 23.00.

T20I career: MS Dhoni has scored 1,617 T20I runs in 98 matches at an average of 37.60, with 2 half-centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Jofra Archer is the stronger pick with an average of 64 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 — Jofra Archer or MS Dhoni?

Based on recent data, Jofra Archer has the edge with a higher average of 64 fantasy points per game. Jofra Archer leads in runs scored (106 runs). Overall Jofra Archer is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Jofra Archer vs MS Dhoni — who is a better fantasy captain?

Jofra Archer is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 64 pts per game with a best score of 164 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 — Jofra Archer or MS Dhoni?

Jofra Archer has the superior batting strike rate this season (93.8), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Jofra Archer and MS Dhoni?

Jofra Archer costs 9 Cr and MS Dhoni costs 10 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 Jofra Archer and MS Dhoni won?

Jofra Archer has won 1 Man of the Match award and MS Dhoni has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Jofra Archer or MS Dhoni in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Jofra Archer 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 Chennai Super Kings. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Jofra Archer or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more T20I runs: Jofra Archer has 129 in 51 matches (average 11.7) and MS Dhoni has 1,617 in 98 (average 37.6).

Who has more ODI runs, Jofra Archer or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more ODI runs: Jofra Archer has 221 in 42 matches (average 17.0) and MS Dhoni has 10,773 in 350 (average 50.6).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Jofra Archer scores faster in ODIs: Jofra Archer strikes at 119.5 and MS Dhoni at 87.6.

Who has more Test runs, Jofra Archer or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more Test runs: Jofra Archer has 364 in 23 matches (average 12.1) and MS Dhoni has 4,876 in 90 (average 38.1).
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