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KL Rahul vs Ravindra Jadeja: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, KL Rahul or Ravindra Jadeja?

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. Ravindra Jadeja (Rajasthan Royals) has 515 T20I runs at avg 21.5 in 74 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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KL Rahul
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Ravindra Jadeja
👑 RR · 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
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Ravindra Jadeja
👑 Rajasthan Royals
AR🏅 1× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
64
Avg Pts
176
Best FP
113.8
Pts/Cr
331
Total Runs
20
Total Wkts
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📈 Slight Edge
🏏 KL Rahul
10 higher avg pts · 287 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 KL Rahul
VS
🏏 Ravindra Jadeja
T20I Career Overview
72Matches74
🏏 Batting
2265Runs515
37.75Batting Avg21.46
—Strike Rate127.16
2Centuries0
22Half-Centuries0
96Sixes 🔴14
110*
Best Score
46*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets54
—Bowling Avg29.85
—Economy Rate7.13
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
3/15
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

KL Rahul vs Ravindra Jadeja · 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 RahulRavindra Jadeja
Matches2017
Avg fantasy points7464
Best fantasy score287176
Runs815331
Strike rate102.9102.2
Fours7929
Sixes335
Half-centuries (50+)30
Centuries (100+)40
Highest score15245
Wickets020
Economy rate0.004.17
Best spell (wkts)04
Catches134
Total dismissals174
International career · T20I
StatisticKL RahulRavindra Jadeja
Matches7274
Runs2265515
Batting average37.7521.46
Strike rate—127.2
Centuries (100+)20
Half-centuries (50+)220
Wickets054
Bowling average—29.85
Economy rate—7.13

📋 Format by format

T20I. KL Rahul has played 72 T20Is and Ravindra Jadeja 74. KL Rahul has 2,265 runs at 37.8, against 515 at 21.5 (127.2) for Ravindra Jadeja, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: KL Rahul 2, Ravindra Jadeja 0. Fifties: 22 and 0. Ravindra Jadeja also bowls: 54 wickets at an economy of 7.13, while KL Rahul has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. KL Rahul has played 101 ODIs and Ravindra Jadeja 210. KL Rahul has 3,541 runs at 51.3, against 2,905 at 32.3 (86.4) for Ravindra Jadeja, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: KL Rahul 9, Ravindra Jadeja 0. Fifties: 20 and 13. Ravindra Jadeja also bowls: 232 wickets, while KL Rahul has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. KL Rahul has played 70 Tests and Ravindra Jadeja 90. KL Rahul has 4,288 runs at 36.6, against 4,140 at 38.0 (55.3) for Ravindra Jadeja, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: KL Rahul 12, Ravindra Jadeja 6. Fifties: 21 and 28. Ravindra Jadeja also bowls: 350 wickets at an economy of 2.59, 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
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Ravindra Jadeja
✓ More wickets
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 KL Rahul
74 avg pts · 287 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Ravindra Jadeja
Captaining KL Rahul 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: Ravindra Jadeja

  • He was vice-captain of the India side that won the 2008 Under-19 World Cup under Virat Kohli.
  • In 2012 he became the first Indian to score three first-class triple centuries.
  • He was the leading wicket-taker and player of the final at the 2013 Champions Trophy.
  • He won the 2024 T20 World Cup and retired from T20Is straight after it.
Full Ravindra Jadeja profile →

🧠Quick quiz: KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja

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. Jadeja was vice-captain of India's 2008 Under-19 World Cup winners. Who captained them?
  4. 4. What first-class record did Jadeja set as an Indian in 2012?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

KL Rahul vs Ravindra Jadeja · 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: Ravindra Jadeja has scored 515 T20I runs in 74 matches at an average of 21.46. He has also taken 54 T20I wickets at an average of 29.85 with an economy of 7.13.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, KL Rahul is the stronger pick with an average of 74 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 Ravindra Jadeja?

Based on recent data, KL Rahul has the edge with a higher average of 74 fantasy points per game. KL Rahul leads in runs scored (815 runs). Overall KL Rahul is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

KL Rahul vs Ravindra Jadeja: who is a better fantasy captain?

KL Rahul is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 74 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 Ravindra Jadeja?

KL Rahul has the superior batting strike rate this season (102.9), 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 Ravindra Jadeja?

KL Rahul costs 9.5 Cr and Ravindra Jadeja 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 Ravindra Jadeja won?

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

Should I pick KL Rahul or Ravindra Jadeja in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, KL Rahul 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 Rajasthan Royals. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, KL Rahul or Ravindra Jadeja?

KL Rahul has more T20I runs: KL Rahul has 2,265 in 72 matches (average 37.8) and Ravindra Jadeja has 515 in 74 (average 21.5).

Who has more ODI runs, KL Rahul or Ravindra Jadeja?

KL Rahul has more ODI runs: KL Rahul has 3,541 in 101 matches (average 51.3) and Ravindra Jadeja has 2,905 in 210 (average 32.3).

Who has more Test runs, KL Rahul or Ravindra Jadeja?

KL Rahul has more Test runs: KL Rahul has 4,288 in 70 matches (average 36.6) and Ravindra Jadeja has 4,140 in 90 (average 38.0).
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