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Jofra Archer vs Phil Salt — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Jofra Archer or Phil Salt?

Phil Salt has the edge on the headline numbers: Phil Salt leads on T20I batting (1,852 runs, avg 34.9). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Jofra Archer (England) has 129 T20I runs at avg 11.7 in 51 matches. Phil Salt (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) has 1,852 T20I runs at avg 34.9 in 65 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Jofra Archer
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Phil Salt
🔴 RCB · 9.5 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
🏏
Phil Salt
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
🧤 WK🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
54
Avg Pts
166
Best FP
108.9
Pts/Cr
532
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.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Jofra Archer
10 higher avg pts · 164 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Jofra Archer
VS
🏏 Phil Salt
T20I Career Overview
51Matches65
🏏 Batting
129Runs1852
11.73Batting Avg34.94
150.00Strike Rate163.75
0Centuries4
0Half-Centuries10
7Sixes 🔴87
21
Best Score
141*
🎳 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 Phil Salt — 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 ArcherPhil Salt
Matches2019
Avg fantasy points6454
Best fantasy score164166
Runs106532
Strike rate93.8137.8
Fours647
Sixes623
Half-centuries (50+)04
Highest score3278
Wickets320
Economy rate5.610.00
Best spell (wkts)50
Catches512
Total dismissals714
International career — T20I
StatisticJofra ArcherPhil Salt
Matches5165
Runs1291852
Batting average11.7334.94
Strike rate150.0163.8
Centuries (100+)04
Half-centuries (50+)010
Wickets680
Bowling average23.00—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Jofra Archer has played 51 T20Is and Phil Salt 65. Jofra Archer has 129 runs at 11.7 (strike rate 150.0), against 1,852 at 34.9 (163.8) for Phil Salt, so Phil Salt has scored more. Hundreds: Jofra Archer 0, Phil Salt 4. Fifties: 0 and 10. Jofra Archer also bowls: 68 wickets, while Phil Salt has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Jofra Archer has played 42 ODIs and Phil Salt 33. Jofra Archer has 221 runs at 17.0 (strike rate 119.5), against 988 at 32.9 (116.5) for Phil Salt, so Phil Salt has scored more. Hundreds: Jofra Archer 0, Phil Salt 1. Fifties: 0 and 5. Jofra Archer also bowls: 71 wickets, while Phil Salt has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 27 August 2026.

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

Jofra Archer vs Phil Salt — 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: Phil Salt has scored 1,852 T20I runs in 65 matches at an average of 34.94, with 4 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 Phil Salt?

Based on recent data, Jofra Archer has the edge with a higher average of 64 fantasy points per game. Phil Salt leads in runs scored (532 runs). Overall Jofra Archer is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Jofra Archer vs Phil Salt — who is a better fantasy captain?

Jofra Archer is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 64 pts per game with a best score of 166 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 Phil Salt?

Phil Salt has the superior batting strike rate this season (137.8), 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 Phil Salt?

Jofra Archer costs 9 Cr and Phil Salt costs 9.5 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 Jofra Archer and Phil Salt won?

Jofra Archer has won 1 Man of the Match award and Phil Salt has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Jofra Archer or Phil Salt 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 Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Jofra Archer or Phil Salt?

Phil Salt has more T20I runs: Jofra Archer has 129 in 51 matches (average 11.7) and Phil Salt has 1,852 in 65 (average 34.9).

Who has more ODI runs, Jofra Archer or Phil Salt?

Phil Salt has more ODI runs: Jofra Archer has 221 in 42 matches (average 17.0) and Phil Salt has 988 in 33 (average 32.9).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Jofra Archer scores faster in ODIs: Jofra Archer strikes at 119.5 and Phil Salt at 116.5.
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