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KL Rahul vs Rashid Khan: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, KL Rahul or Rashid Khan?

KL Rahul has the edge on the headline numbers: KL Rahul leads on T20I batting (2,265 runs, avg 37.8). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

KL Rahul (India) has 2,265 T20I runs at avg 37.8 in 72 matches. Rashid Khan (Gujarat Titans) has 622 T20I runs at avg 14.8 in 115 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
KL Rahul
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rashid Khan
⚡ GT · 9.5 cr
🏏
KL Rahul
🇮🇳 India
🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
74
Avg Pts
287
Best FP
199.5
Pts/Cr
815
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Rashid Khan
⚡ Gujarat Titans
BOWL🌏 OS🏅 5× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
89
Avg Pts
203
Best FP
279.7
Pts/Cr
171
Total Runs
39
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series: comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rashid Khan
15 higher avg pts · 203 best fantasy score · 5× MOTM
🏏 KL Rahul
VS
🏏 Rashid Khan
T20I Career Overview
72Matches115
🏏 Batting
2265Runs622
37.75Batting Avg14.81
2Centuries0
22Half-Centuries0
96Sixes 🔴28
110*
Best Score
48*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets193
—Bowling Avg13.73
05-Wkt Hauls2
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Best Figures
5/3
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

KL Rahul vs Rashid Khan · 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
StatisticKL RahulRashid Khan
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points7489
Best fantasy score287203
Runs815171
Strike rate102.9133.6
Fours7912
Sixes3311
Half-centuries (50+)30
Centuries (100+)40
Highest score15237
Wickets039
Economy rate0.006.04
Best spell (wkts)06
Catches1310
Total dismissals1711
International career · T20I
StatisticKL RahulRashid Khan
Matches72115
Runs2265622
Batting average37.7514.81
Centuries (100+)20
Half-centuries (50+)220
Wickets0193
Bowling average—13.73
Five-wicket hauls02

📋 Format by format

T20I. KL Rahul has played 72 T20Is and Rashid Khan 115. KL Rahul has 2,265 runs at 37.8, against 622 at 14.8 for Rashid Khan, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: KL Rahul 2, Rashid Khan 0. Fifties: 22 and 0. Rashid Khan also bowls: 193 wickets, while KL Rahul has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. KL Rahul has played 101 ODIs and Rashid Khan 123. KL Rahul has 3,541 runs at 51.3, against 1,469 at 18.8 for Rashid Khan, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: KL Rahul 9, Rashid Khan 0. Fifties: 20 and 5. Rashid Khan also bowls: 226 wickets, while KL Rahul has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. KL Rahul has played 70 Tests and Rashid Khan 6. KL Rahul has 4,288 runs at 36.6, against 154 at 17.1 (85.6) for Rashid Khan, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: KL Rahul 12, Rashid Khan 0. Fifties: 21 and 1. Rashid Khan also bowls: 45 wickets at an economy of 2.96, while KL Rahul has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 KL Rahul
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
🏏 Rashid Khan
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rashid Khan
89 avg pts · 203 best · 5 MOTM
VC: 🏏 KL Rahul
Captaining Rashid Khan gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

Did you know: KL Rahul

  • He made his Test debut in the 2014 Boxing Day Test at Melbourne.
  • On ODI debut against Zimbabwe in 2016 he reached 100 with a six off the last ball, the only six of the match.
  • He took 20 international innings to have centuries in all three formats, the fastest ever.
  • His 14-ball fifty in 2018 was the fastest in IPL history at the time.
Full KL Rahul profile →

Did you know: Rashid Khan

  • He was one of the eleven players in Afghanistan's first Test, against India in June 2018.
  • He captained Afghanistan in a Test against Bangladesh in September 2019 at 20 years and 350 days, the youngest Test captain ever.
  • He reached 100 ODI wickets in 44 matches, the fastest at the time.
  • He was named the ICC Men's T20I Cricketer of the Decade in December 2020.
Full Rashid Khan profile →

🧠Quick quiz: KL Rahul and Rashid Khan

4 questions, answers explained. No sign-up needed.

  1. 1. Against which team did Rahul make a century on ODI debut?
  2. 2. How many balls did Rahul's record IPL fifty in 2018 take?
  3. 3. How old was Rashid when he captained Afghanistan in a Test?
  4. 4. What decade award did Rashid win in 2020?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

KL Rahul vs Rashid Khan · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: KL Rahul has scored 2,265 T20I runs in 72 matches at an average of 37.75, with 2 centuries.

T20I career: Rashid Khan has scored 622 T20I runs in 115 matches at an average of 14.81. He has also taken 193 T20I wickets at an average of 13.73.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Rashid Khan is the stronger pick with an average of 89 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, KL Rahul or Rashid Khan?

Based on recent data, Rashid Khan has the edge with a higher average of 89 fantasy points per game. KL Rahul leads in runs scored (815 runs). Overall Rashid Khan is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

KL Rahul vs Rashid Khan: who is a better fantasy captain?

Rashid Khan is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 89 pts per game with a best score of 287 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, KL Rahul or Rashid Khan?

Rashid Khan has the superior batting strike rate this season (133.6), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between KL Rahul and Rashid Khan?

KL Rahul costs 9.5 Cr and Rashid Khan 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 KL Rahul and Rashid Khan won?

KL Rahul has won 1 Man of the Match award and Rashid Khan has won 5 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick KL Rahul or Rashid Khan in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Rashid Khan is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if India are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Gujarat Titans. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, KL Rahul or Rashid Khan?

KL Rahul has more T20I runs: KL Rahul has 2,265 in 72 matches (average 37.8) and Rashid Khan has 622 in 115 (average 14.8).

Who has more ODI runs, KL Rahul or Rashid Khan?

KL Rahul has more ODI runs: KL Rahul has 3,541 in 101 matches (average 51.3) and Rashid Khan has 1,469 in 123 (average 18.8).

Who has more Test runs, KL Rahul or Rashid Khan?

KL Rahul has more Test runs: KL Rahul has 4,288 in 70 matches (average 36.6) and Rashid Khan has 154 in 6 (average 17.1).
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