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Kamindu Mendis vs Kusal Mendis: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Kamindu Mendis or Kusal Mendis?

Kusal Mendis has the edge on the headline numbers: Kusal Mendis leads on T20I batting (2,198 runs, avg 25.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Kamindu Mendis (Sunrisers Hyderabad) has 381 T20I runs at avg 19.1 in 23 matches. Kusal Mendis (Sri Lanka) has 2,198 T20I runs at avg 25.6 in 90 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 SRH · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Kusal Mendis
🇱🇰 SL · 9.5 cr
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
BAT🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
44
Avg Pts
114
Best FP
172.7
Pts/Cr
543
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Kusal Mendis
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
🧤 WK🏅 2× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
68
Avg Pts
200
Best FP
135.7
Pts/Cr
714
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
🏏 Kusal Mendis
24 higher avg pts · 200 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
VS
🏏 Kusal Mendis
T20I Career Overview
23Matches90
🏏 Batting
381Runs2198
19.05Batting Avg25.56
122.51Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
2Half-Centuries17
13Sixes 🔴81
65
Best Score
86
🎳 Bowling
2Wickets0
74.00Bowling Avg—
8.22Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/14
Best Figures
-
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Kamindu Mendis vs Kusal Mendis · 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
StatisticKamindu MendisKusal Mendis
Matches2019
Avg fantasy points4468
Best fantasy score114200
Runs543714
Strike rate91.1106.6
Fours5861
Sixes1734
Half-centuries (50+)35
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score87121
Economy rate9.750.00
Catches715
Total dismissals717
International career · T20I
StatisticKamindu MendisKusal Mendis
Matches2390
Runs3812198
Batting average19.0525.56
Strike rate122.5—
Half-centuries (50+)217
Wickets20
Bowling average74.00—
Economy rate8.22—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Kamindu Mendis has played 23 T20Is and Kusal Mendis 90. Kamindu Mendis has 381 runs at 19.1 (strike rate 122.5), against 2,198 at 25.6 for Kusal Mendis, so Kusal Mendis has scored more.

ODI. Kamindu Mendis has played 17 ODIs and Kusal Mendis 148. Kamindu Mendis has 344 runs at 31.3 (strike rate 74.1), against 4,697 at 35.3 for Kusal Mendis, so Kusal Mendis has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 0, Kusal Mendis 6. Fifties: 2 and 34.

Test. Kamindu Mendis has played 11 Tests and Kusal Mendis 73. Kamindu Mendis has 1,157 runs at 68.1 (strike rate 64.9), against 4,757 at 36.9 (59.4) for Kusal Mendis, so Kusal Mendis has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 5, Kusal Mendis 10. Fifties: 4 and 22.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
Evenly matched
🏏 Kusal Mendis
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Kusal Mendis
68 avg pts · 200 best · 2 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Kamindu Mendis
Captaining Kusal Mendis gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Kamindu Mendis vs Kusal Mendis · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Kamindu Mendis has scored 381 T20I runs in 23 matches at an average of 19.05, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 2 T20I wickets at an average of 74.00 with an economy of 8.22.

T20I career: Kusal Mendis has scored 2,198 T20I runs in 90 matches at an average of 25.56, with 17 half-centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Kusal Mendis is the stronger pick with an average of 68 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, Kamindu Mendis or Kusal Mendis?

Based on recent data, Kusal Mendis has the edge with a higher average of 68 fantasy points per game. Kusal Mendis leads in runs scored (714 runs). Overall Kusal Mendis is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Kamindu Mendis vs Kusal Mendis: who is a better fantasy captain?

Kusal Mendis is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 68 pts per game with a best score of 200 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, Kamindu Mendis or Kusal Mendis?

Kusal Mendis has the superior batting strike rate this season (106.6), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Kamindu Mendis and Kusal Mendis?

Kamindu Mendis costs 8.5 Cr and Kusal Mendis 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 Kamindu Mendis and Kusal Mendis won?

Kamindu Mendis has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Kusal Mendis has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Kamindu Mendis or Kusal Mendis in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Kusal Mendis is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if Sunrisers Hyderabad are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Sri Lanka. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Kamindu Mendis or Kusal Mendis?

Kusal Mendis has more T20I runs: Kamindu Mendis has 381 in 23 matches (average 19.1) and Kusal Mendis has 2,198 in 90 (average 25.6).

Who has more ODI runs, Kamindu Mendis or Kusal Mendis?

Kusal Mendis has more ODI runs: Kamindu Mendis has 344 in 17 matches (average 31.3) and Kusal Mendis has 4,697 in 148 (average 35.3).

Who has more Test runs, Kamindu Mendis or Kusal Mendis?

Kusal Mendis has more Test runs: Kamindu Mendis has 1,157 in 11 matches (average 68.1) and Kusal Mendis has 4,757 in 73 (average 36.9).
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