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Josh Hazlewood vs Michael Bracewell — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Josh Hazlewood or Michael Bracewell?

Michael Bracewell has the edge on the headline numbers: Michael Bracewell leads on T20I batting (434 runs, avg 19.7). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Josh Hazlewood (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) has 29 T20I runs at avg 9.7 in 60 matches. Michael Bracewell (Amsterdam Flames) has 434 T20I runs at avg 19.7 in 47 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Josh Hazlewood
🔴 RCB · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Michael Bracewell
🔥 AF · 8.5 cr
🏏
Josh Hazlewood
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
BOWL🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
67
Avg Pts
260
Best FP
141.3
Pts/Cr
11
Total Runs
36
Total Wkts
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Michael Bracewell
🔥 Amsterdam Flames
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
69
Avg Pts
204
Best FP
145.4
Pts/Cr
124
Total Runs
28
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched — pick based on ground & match-up!
🏏 Josh Hazlewood
VS
🏏 Michael Bracewell
T20I Career Overview
60Matches47
🏏 Batting
29Runs434
9.67Batting Avg19.73
138.10Strike Rate134.37
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries2
1Sixes 🔴17
13*
Best Score
61*
🎳 Bowling
79Wickets35
20.41Bowling Avg21.14
7.41Economy Rate7.34
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/12
Best Figures
3/5
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Josh Hazlewood vs Michael Bracewell — 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
StatisticJosh HazlewoodMichael Bracewell
Matches1918
Avg fantasy points6769
Best fantasy score260204
Runs11124
Strike rate33.387.3
Fours115
Sixes01
Highest score532
Wickets3628
Economy rate5.845.44
Best spell (wkts)85
Catches105
Total dismissals105
International career — T20I
StatisticJosh HazlewoodMichael Bracewell
Matches6047
Runs29434
Batting average9.6719.73
Strike rate138.1134.4
Half-centuries (50+)02
Wickets7935
Bowling average20.4121.14
Economy rate7.417.34

📋 Format by format

T20I. Josh Hazlewood has played 60 T20Is and Michael Bracewell 47. Josh Hazlewood has 29 runs at 9.7 (strike rate 138.1), against 434 at 19.7 (134.4) for Michael Bracewell, so Michael Bracewell has scored more. With the ball, Josh Hazlewood has 79 wickets at an economy of 7.41 and Michael Bracewell 35 at 7.34; Josh Hazlewood has more wickets while Michael Bracewell is more economical.

ODI. Josh Hazlewood has played 99 ODIs and Michael Bracewell 48. Josh Hazlewood has 137 runs at 13.7 (strike rate 82.5), against 1,042 at 35.9 (107.5) for Michael Bracewell, so Michael Bracewell has scored more. Hundreds: Josh Hazlewood 0, Michael Bracewell 2. Fifties: 0 and 3. With the ball, Josh Hazlewood has 148 wickets and Michael Bracewell 46 at 4.93; Josh Hazlewood has more wickets.

Test. Josh Hazlewood has played 78 Tests and Michael Bracewell 10. Josh Hazlewood has 575 runs at 11.5 (strike rate 43.9), against 339 at 21.2 (57.1) for Michael Bracewell, so Josh Hazlewood has scored more. With the ball, Josh Hazlewood has 303 wickets at an economy of 2.78 and Michael Bracewell 25 at 3.60; Josh Hazlewood has more wickets.

International numbers up to 22 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Josh Hazlewood
✓ More wickets
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Michael Bracewell
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
Both players are closely matched — consider pitch conditions and recent form before choosing captain.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Josh Hazlewood vs Michael Bracewell — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Josh Hazlewood has scored 29 T20I runs in 60 matches at an average of 9.67. He has also taken 79 T20I wickets at an average of 20.41 with an economy of 7.41.

T20I career: Michael Bracewell has scored 434 T20I runs in 47 matches at an average of 19.73, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 35 T20I wickets at an average of 21.14 with an economy of 7.34.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Michael Bracewell is the stronger pick with an average of 69 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 — Josh Hazlewood or Michael Bracewell?

Based on recent data, Michael Bracewell has the edge with a higher average of 69 fantasy points per game. Michael Bracewell leads in runs scored (124 runs). Overall Michael Bracewell is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Josh Hazlewood vs Michael Bracewell — who is a better fantasy captain?

Michael Bracewell is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 69 pts per game with a best score of 260 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 — Josh Hazlewood or Michael Bracewell?

Michael Bracewell has the superior batting strike rate this season (87.3), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Josh Hazlewood and Michael Bracewell?

Josh Hazlewood costs 9 Cr and Michael Bracewell 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 Josh Hazlewood and Michael Bracewell won?

Josh Hazlewood has won 2 Man of the Match awards and Michael Bracewell has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Josh Hazlewood or Michael Bracewell in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Michael Bracewell is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Royal Challengers Bengaluru are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Amsterdam Flames. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Josh Hazlewood or Michael Bracewell?

Michael Bracewell has more T20I runs: Josh Hazlewood has 29 in 60 matches (average 9.7) and Michael Bracewell has 434 in 47 (average 19.7).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Josh Hazlewood or Michael Bracewell?

Josh Hazlewood has more T20I wickets: Josh Hazlewood has 79 at an average of 20.4 and Michael Bracewell has 35 at 21.1.

Who has more ODI runs, Josh Hazlewood or Michael Bracewell?

Michael Bracewell has more ODI runs: Josh Hazlewood has 137 in 99 matches (average 13.7) and Michael Bracewell has 1,042 in 48 (average 35.9).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Michael Bracewell scores faster in ODIs: Josh Hazlewood strikes at 82.5 and Michael Bracewell at 107.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Josh Hazlewood or Michael Bracewell?

Josh Hazlewood has more ODI wickets: Josh Hazlewood has 148 at an average of 27.7 and Michael Bracewell has 46 at 34.6.

Who has more Test runs, Josh Hazlewood or Michael Bracewell?

Josh Hazlewood has more Test runs: Josh Hazlewood has 575 in 78 matches (average 11.5) and Michael Bracewell has 339 in 10 (average 21.2).

Who has taken more Test wickets, Josh Hazlewood or Michael Bracewell?

Josh Hazlewood has more Test wickets: Josh Hazlewood has 303 at an average of 24.0 and Michael Bracewell has 25 at 47.9.
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