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Josh Hazlewood vs Sikandar Raza: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Josh Hazlewood or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has the edge on the headline numbers: Sikandar Raza leads on T20I batting (2,740 runs, avg 25.6). 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. Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe) has 2,740 T20I runs at avg 25.6 in 123 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
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 ZIM · 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
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
63
Avg Pts
169
Best FP
146.7
Pts/Cr
452
Total Runs
14
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
🏏 Sikandar Raza
T20I Career Overview
60Matches123
🏏 Batting
29Runs2740
9.67Batting Avg25.61
138.10Strike Rate136.32
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries15
1Sixes 🔴136
13*
Best Score
133*
🎳 Bowling
79Wickets103
20.41Bowling Avg24.06
7.41Economy Rate7.08
05-Wkt Hauls1
4/12
Best Figures
5/18
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Josh Hazlewood vs Sikandar Raza — 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 HazlewoodSikandar Raza
Matches1920
Avg fantasy points6763
Best fantasy score260169
Runs11452
Strike rate33.397.4
Fours137
Sixes012
Half-centuries (50+)02
Highest score581
Wickets3614
Economy rate5.846.37
Best spell (wkts)82
Catches1010
Total dismissals1012
International career — T20I
StatisticJosh HazlewoodSikandar Raza
Matches60123
Runs292740
Batting average9.6725.61
Strike rate138.1136.3
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)015
Wickets79103
Bowling average20.4124.06
Economy rate7.417.08
Five-wicket hauls01

📋 Format by format

T20I. Josh Hazlewood has played 60 T20Is and Sikandar Raza 123. Josh Hazlewood has 29 runs at 9.7 (strike rate 138.1), against 2,740 at 25.6 (136.3) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Josh Hazlewood 0, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 0 and 15. With the ball, Josh Hazlewood has 79 wickets at an economy of 7.41 and Sikandar Raza 103 at 7.08; Sikandar Raza has more wickets.

ODI. Josh Hazlewood has played 99 ODIs and Sikandar Raza 128. Josh Hazlewood has 137 runs at 13.7 (strike rate 82.5), against 3,707 at 36.7 (87.8) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Josh Hazlewood 0, Sikandar Raza 6. Fifties: 0 and 20. With the ball, Josh Hazlewood has 148 wickets and Sikandar Raza 76 at 4.96; Josh Hazlewood has more wickets.

Test. Josh Hazlewood has played 78 Tests and Sikandar Raza 18. Josh Hazlewood has 575 runs at 11.5 (strike rate 43.9), against 1,120 at 31.1 (54.6) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Josh Hazlewood 0, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 0 and 8. With the ball, Josh Hazlewood has 303 wickets at an economy of 2.78 and Sikandar Raza 34 at 3.30; Josh Hazlewood has more wickets.

International numbers up to 1 September 2026.

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

Josh Hazlewood vs Sikandar Raza — 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: Sikandar Raza has scored 2,740 T20I runs in 123 matches at an average of 25.61, with 1 century. He has also taken 103 T20I wickets at an average of 24.06 with an economy of 7.08.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Josh Hazlewood is the stronger pick with an average of 67 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 Sikandar Raza?

Based on recent data, Josh Hazlewood has the edge with a higher average of 67 fantasy points per game. Sikandar Raza leads in runs scored (452 runs). Overall Josh Hazlewood is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Josh Hazlewood vs Sikandar Raza — who is a better fantasy captain?

Josh Hazlewood is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 67 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 Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has the superior batting strike rate this season (97.4), 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 Sikandar Raza?

Josh Hazlewood costs 9 Cr and Sikandar Raza 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 Sikandar Raza won?

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

Should I pick Josh Hazlewood or Sikandar Raza in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Josh Hazlewood 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 Zimbabwe. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Josh Hazlewood or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more T20I runs: Josh Hazlewood has 29 in 60 matches (average 9.7) and Sikandar Raza has 2,740 in 123 (average 25.6).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Josh Hazlewood or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more T20I wickets: Josh Hazlewood has 79 at an average of 20.4 and Sikandar Raza has 103 at 24.1.

Who has more ODI runs, Josh Hazlewood or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more ODI runs: Josh Hazlewood has 137 in 99 matches (average 13.7) and Sikandar Raza has 3,707 in 128 (average 36.7).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Sikandar Raza scores faster in ODIs: Josh Hazlewood strikes at 82.5 and Sikandar Raza at 87.8.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Josh Hazlewood or Sikandar Raza?

Josh Hazlewood has more ODI wickets: Josh Hazlewood has 148 at an average of 27.7 and Sikandar Raza has 76 at 46.3.

Who has more Test runs, Josh Hazlewood or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more Test runs: Josh Hazlewood has 575 in 78 matches (average 11.5) and Sikandar Raza has 1,120 in 18 (average 31.1).

Who has taken more Test wickets, Josh Hazlewood or Sikandar Raza?

Josh Hazlewood has more Test wickets: Josh Hazlewood has 303 at an average of 24.0 and Sikandar Raza has 34 at 46.1.
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