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Kamindu Mendis vs Sikandar Raza: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Kamindu Mendis 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.

Kamindu Mendis (Sunrisers Hyderabad) has 381 T20I runs at avg 19.1 in 23 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
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 SRH · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 ZIM · 8.5 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
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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.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Sikandar Raza
20 higher avg pts · 169 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
VS
🏏 Sikandar Raza
T20I Career Overview
23Matches123
🏏 Batting
381Runs2740
19.05Batting Avg25.61
122.51Strike Rate136.32
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries15
13Sixes 🔴136
65
Best Score
133*
🎳 Bowling
2Wickets103
74.00Bowling Avg24.06
8.22Economy Rate7.08
05-Wkt Hauls1
1/14
Best Figures
5/18
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Kamindu Mendis 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
StatisticKamindu MendisSikandar Raza
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points4363
Best fantasy score114169
Runs513452
Strike rate95.497.4
Fours4737
Sixes1812
Half-centuries (50+)32
Highest score8781
Wickets014
Economy rate10.506.37
Best spell (wkts)02
Catches710
Total dismissals812
International career — T20I
StatisticKamindu MendisSikandar Raza
Matches23123
Runs3812740
Batting average19.0525.61
Strike rate122.5136.3
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)215
Wickets2103
Bowling average74.0024.06
Economy rate8.227.08
Five-wicket hauls01

📋 Format by format

T20I. Kamindu Mendis has played 23 T20Is and Sikandar Raza 123. Kamindu Mendis has 381 runs at 19.1 (strike rate 122.5), against 2,740 at 25.6 (136.3) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 0, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 2 and 15. With the ball, Kamindu Mendis has 2 wickets at an economy of 8.22 and Sikandar Raza 103 at 7.08; Sikandar Raza has more wickets.

ODI. Kamindu Mendis has played 17 ODIs and Sikandar Raza 128. Kamindu Mendis has 344 runs at 31.3 (strike rate 74.1), against 3,707 at 36.7 (87.8) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 0, Sikandar Raza 6. Fifties: 2 and 20. With the ball, Kamindu Mendis has 2 wickets at an economy of 6.41 and Sikandar Raza 76 at 4.96; Sikandar Raza has more wickets.

Test. Kamindu Mendis has played 11 Tests and Sikandar Raza 18. Kamindu Mendis has 1,157 runs at 68.1 (strike rate 64.9), against 1,120 at 31.1 (54.6) for Sikandar Raza, so Kamindu Mendis has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 5, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 4 and 8. With the ball, Kamindu Mendis has 3 wickets at an economy of 5.41 and Sikandar Raza 34 at 3.30; Sikandar Raza has more wickets.

International numbers up to 1 September 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
🏏 Sikandar Raza
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Sikandar Raza
63 avg pts · 169 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Kamindu Mendis
Captaining Sikandar Raza gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Kamindu Mendis vs Sikandar Raza — 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: 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, Sikandar Raza is the stronger pick with an average of 63 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 Sikandar Raza?

Based on recent data, Sikandar Raza has the edge with a higher average of 63 fantasy points per game. Kamindu Mendis leads in runs scored (513 runs). Overall Sikandar Raza is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Kamindu Mendis vs Sikandar Raza — who is a better fantasy captain?

Sikandar Raza is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 63 pts per game with a best score of 169 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 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 Kamindu Mendis and Sikandar Raza?

Kamindu Mendis costs 8.5 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 Kamindu Mendis and Sikandar Raza won?

Kamindu Mendis has won 0 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 Kamindu Mendis or Sikandar Raza in my fantasy XI?

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

Who has more T20I runs, Kamindu Mendis or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more T20I runs: Kamindu Mendis has 381 in 23 matches (average 19.1) and Sikandar Raza has 2,740 in 123 (average 25.6).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Sikandar Raza scores faster in T20Is: Kamindu Mendis strikes at 122.5 and Sikandar Raza at 136.3.

Who has more ODI runs, Kamindu Mendis or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more ODI runs: Kamindu Mendis has 344 in 17 matches (average 31.3) and Sikandar Raza has 3,707 in 128 (average 36.7).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Sikandar Raza scores faster in ODIs: Kamindu Mendis strikes at 74.1 and Sikandar Raza at 87.8.

Who has more Test runs, Kamindu Mendis or Sikandar Raza?

Kamindu Mendis has more Test runs: Kamindu Mendis has 1,157 in 11 matches (average 68.1) and Sikandar Raza has 1,120 in 18 (average 31.1).
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