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Kamindu Mendis vs Shai Hope — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Kamindu Mendis or Shai Hope?

Shai Hope has the edge on the headline numbers: Shai Hope leads on T20I batting (1,743 runs, avg 30.1). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Kamindu Mendis (Sunrisers Hyderabad) has 381 T20I runs at avg 19.1 in 23 matches. Shai Hope (West Indies) has 1,743 T20I runs at avg 30.1 in 70 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
🏏
Shai Hope
🏏 WI · 9.5 cr
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
BAT🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
43
Avg Pts
114
Best FP
148.5
Pts/Cr
513
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Shai Hope
🏏 West Indies
🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
94
Avg Pts
259
Best FP
177.2
Pts/Cr
965
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
🏏 Shai Hope
51 higher avg pts · 259 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
VS
🏏 Shai Hope
T20I Career Overview
23Matches70
🏏 Batting
381Runs1743
19.05Batting Avg30.05
122.51Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries12
13Sixes 🔴89
65
Best Score
102*
🎳 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 Shai Hope — 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 MendisShai Hope
Matches2018
Avg fantasy points4394
Best fantasy score114259
Runs513965
Strike rate95.480.1
Fours4776
Sixes1828
Half-centuries (50+)34
Centuries (100+)05
Highest score87162
Economy rate10.500.00
Catches714
Total dismissals822
International career — T20I
StatisticKamindu MendisShai Hope
Matches2370
Runs3811743
Batting average19.0530.05
Strike rate122.5—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)212
Wickets20
Bowling average74.00—
Economy rate8.22—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Kamindu Mendis has played 23 T20Is and Shai Hope 70. Kamindu Mendis has 381 runs at 19.1 (strike rate 122.5), against 1,743 at 30.1 for Shai Hope, so Shai Hope has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 0, Shai Hope 1. Fifties: 2 and 12.

ODI. Kamindu Mendis has played 17 ODIs and Shai Hope 158. Kamindu Mendis has 344 runs at 31.3 (strike rate 74.1), against 6,590 at 51.5 for Shai Hope, so Shai Hope has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 0, Shai Hope 21. Fifties: 2 and 32.

Test. Kamindu Mendis has played 11 Tests and Shai Hope 49. Kamindu Mendis has 1,157 runs at 68.1 (strike rate 64.9), against 2,518 at 28.0 (44.0) for Shai Hope, so Shai Hope has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 5, Shai Hope 5. Fifties: 4 and 7.

International numbers up to 2 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
✓ Higher strike rate
🏏 Shai Hope
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shai Hope
94 avg pts · 259 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Kamindu Mendis
Captaining Shai Hope gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Kamindu Mendis vs Shai Hope — 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: Shai Hope has scored 1,743 T20I runs in 70 matches at an average of 30.05, with 1 century.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shai Hope is the stronger pick with an average of 94 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 Shai Hope?

Based on recent data, Shai Hope has the edge with a higher average of 94 fantasy points per game. Shai Hope leads in runs scored (965 runs). Overall Shai Hope is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Kamindu Mendis vs Shai Hope — who is a better fantasy captain?

Shai Hope is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 94 pts per game with a best score of 259 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 Shai Hope?

Kamindu Mendis has the superior batting strike rate this season (95.4), 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 Shai Hope?

Kamindu Mendis costs 8.5 Cr and Shai Hope 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 Shai Hope won?

Kamindu Mendis has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Shai Hope has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Kamindu Mendis or Shai Hope in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shai Hope 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 West Indies. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Kamindu Mendis or Shai Hope?

Shai Hope has more T20I runs: Kamindu Mendis has 381 in 23 matches (average 19.1) and Shai Hope has 1,743 in 70 (average 30.1).

Who has more ODI runs, Kamindu Mendis or Shai Hope?

Shai Hope has more ODI runs: Kamindu Mendis has 344 in 17 matches (average 31.3) and Shai Hope has 6,590 in 158 (average 51.5).

Who has more Test runs, Kamindu Mendis or Shai Hope?

Shai Hope has more Test runs: Kamindu Mendis has 1,157 in 11 matches (average 68.1) and Shai Hope has 2,518 in 49 (average 28.0).
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