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Kane Williamson vs MS Dhoni — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Kane Williamson or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has the edge on the headline numbers: MS Dhoni leads on T20I batting (1,617 runs, avg 37.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Kane Williamson (New Zealand) has 2,575 T20I runs at avg 33.4 in 93 matches. MS Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings) has 1,617 T20I runs at avg 37.6 in 98 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
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Kane Williamson
🇳🇿 NZ · 10 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
MS Dhoni
🦁 CSK · 10 cr
🏏
Kane Williamson
🇳🇿 New Zealand
BAT🌏 OS
10 cr
Credits
69
Avg Pts
69
Best FP
6.9
Pts/Cr
18
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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MS Dhoni
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
🧤 WK
10 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
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
🏏 Kane Williamson
69 higher avg pts · 69 best fantasy score
🏏 Kane Williamson
VS
🏏 MS Dhoni
T20I Career Overview
93Matches98
🏏 Batting
2575Runs1617
33.44Batting Avg37.60
126.16Strike Rate126.13
0Centuries0
18Half-Centuries2
59Sixes 🔴52
95
Best Score
56
🎳 Bowling
6Wickets0
27.33Bowling Avg—
8.34Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
2/16
Best Figures
-
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Kane Williamson vs MS Dhoni — 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
StatisticKane WilliamsonMS Dhoni
Matches10
Avg fantasy points690
Best fantasy score690
Runs180
Strike rate47.40.0
Fours20
Highest score180
Catches40
Total dismissals40
International career — T20I
StatisticKane WilliamsonMS Dhoni
Matches9398
Runs25751617
Batting average33.4437.60
Strike rate126.2126.1
Half-centuries (50+)182
Wickets60
Bowling average27.33—
Economy rate8.34—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Kane Williamson has played 93 T20Is and MS Dhoni 98. Kane Williamson has 2,575 runs at 33.4 (strike rate 126.2), against 1,617 at 37.6 (126.1) for MS Dhoni, so Kane Williamson has scored more. Kane Williamson also bowls: 6 wickets at an economy of 8.34, while MS Dhoni has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Kane Williamson has played 175 ODIs and MS Dhoni 350. Kane Williamson has 7,256 runs at 48.7 (strike rate 82.9), against 10,773 at 50.6 (87.6) for MS Dhoni, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: Kane Williamson 15, MS Dhoni 10. Fifties: 47 and 73. With the ball, Kane Williamson has 37 wickets at an economy of 5.36 and MS Dhoni 1 at 5.17; Kane Williamson has more wickets while MS Dhoni is more economical.

Test. Kane Williamson has played 110 Tests and MS Dhoni 90. Kane Williamson has 9,515 runs at 54.1 (strike rate 52.3), against 4,876 at 38.1 (59.1) for MS Dhoni, so Kane Williamson has scored more. Hundreds: Kane Williamson 33, MS Dhoni 6. Fifties: 38 and 33. Kane Williamson also bowls: 30 wickets at an economy of 3.37, while MS Dhoni has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 4 June 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Kane Williamson
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 MS Dhoni
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Kane Williamson
69 avg pts · 69 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 MS Dhoni
Captaining Kane Williamson gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Kane Williamson vs MS Dhoni — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Kane Williamson has scored 2,575 T20I runs in 93 matches at an average of 33.44, with 18 half-centuries. He has also taken 6 T20I wickets at an average of 27.33 with an economy of 8.34.

T20I career: MS Dhoni has scored 1,617 T20I runs in 98 matches at an average of 37.60, with 2 half-centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Kane Williamson 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 — Kane Williamson or MS Dhoni?

Based on recent data, Kane Williamson has the edge with a higher average of 69 fantasy points per game. Kane Williamson leads in runs scored (18 runs). Overall Kane Williamson is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Kane Williamson vs MS Dhoni — who is a better fantasy captain?

Kane Williamson is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 69 pts per game with a best score of 69 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 — Kane Williamson or MS Dhoni?

Kane Williamson has the superior batting strike rate this season (47.4), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Kane Williamson and MS Dhoni?

Kane Williamson costs 10 Cr and MS Dhoni costs 10 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 Kane Williamson and MS Dhoni won?

Kane Williamson has won 0 Man of the Match awards and MS Dhoni has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Kane Williamson or MS Dhoni in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Kane Williamson is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if New Zealand are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Chennai Super Kings. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Kane Williamson or MS Dhoni?

Kane Williamson has more T20I runs: Kane Williamson has 2,575 in 93 matches (average 33.4) and MS Dhoni has 1,617 in 98 (average 37.6).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Kane Williamson scores faster in T20Is: Kane Williamson strikes at 126.2 and MS Dhoni at 126.1.

Who has more ODI runs, Kane Williamson or MS Dhoni?

MS Dhoni has more ODI runs: Kane Williamson has 7,256 in 175 matches (average 48.7) and MS Dhoni has 10,773 in 350 (average 50.6).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

MS Dhoni scores faster in ODIs: Kane Williamson strikes at 82.9 and MS Dhoni at 87.6.

Who has more Test runs, Kane Williamson or MS Dhoni?

Kane Williamson has more Test runs: Kane Williamson has 9,515 in 110 matches (average 54.1) and MS Dhoni has 4,876 in 90 (average 38.1).
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