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KL Rahul vs Sai Sudharsan: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, KL Rahul or Sai Sudharsan?

Compare batting averages, strike rates, wickets and IPL fantasy points below.

KL Rahul (India) has 2,265 T20I runs at avg 37.8 in 72 matches. Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans) has 0 T20I runs in 1 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
🏏
Sai Sudharsan
⚡ 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
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Sai Sudharsan
⚡ Gujarat Titans
BAT
9.5 cr
Credits
81
Avg Pts
184
Best FP
153.5
Pts/Cr
803
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.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Sai Sudharsan
7 higher avg pts · 184 best fantasy score
🏏 KL Rahul
VS
🏏 Sai Sudharsan
T20I Career Overview
72Matches1
🏏 Batting
2265Runs0
37.75Batting Avg—
2Centuries0
22Half-Centuries0
96Sixes 🔴0
110*
Best Score
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Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

KL Rahul vs Sai Sudharsan · 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 RahulSai Sudharsan
Matches2018
Avg fantasy points7481
Best fantasy score287184
Runs815803
Strike rate102.9143.1
Fours7988
Sixes3330
Half-centuries (50+)39
Centuries (100+)41
Highest score152100
Catches138
Total dismissals179
International career · T20I
StatisticKL RahulSai Sudharsan
Matches721
Runs22650
Batting average37.75—
Centuries (100+)20
Half-centuries (50+)220

📋 Format by format

T20I. KL Rahul has played 72 T20Is and Sai Sudharsan 1. KL Rahul has 2,265 runs at 37.8, against 0 for Sai Sudharsan, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: KL Rahul 2, Sai Sudharsan 0. Fifties: 22 and 0.

ODI. KL Rahul has played 101 ODIs and Sai Sudharsan 3. KL Rahul has 3,541 runs at 51.3, against 127 for Sai Sudharsan, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: KL Rahul 9, Sai Sudharsan 0. Fifties: 20 and 2.

Test. KL Rahul has played 70 Tests and Sai Sudharsan 6. KL Rahul has 4,288 runs at 36.6, against 302 for Sai Sudharsan, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: KL Rahul 12, Sai Sudharsan 0. Fifties: 21 and 2.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 KL Rahul
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Sai Sudharsan
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Sai Sudharsan
81 avg pts · 184 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 KL Rahul
Captaining Sai Sudharsan 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 →

🧠Quick quiz: KL Rahul and Sai Sudharsan

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  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?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

KL Rahul vs Sai Sudharsan · 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.

Sai Sudharsan does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Sai Sudharsan is the stronger pick with an average of 81 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 Sai Sudharsan?

Based on recent data, Sai Sudharsan has the edge with a higher average of 81 fantasy points per game. KL Rahul leads in runs scored (815 runs). Overall Sai Sudharsan is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

KL Rahul vs Sai Sudharsan: who is a better fantasy captain?

Sai Sudharsan is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 81 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 Sai Sudharsan?

Sai Sudharsan has the superior batting strike rate this season (143.1), 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 Sai Sudharsan?

KL Rahul costs 9.5 Cr and Sai Sudharsan 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 Sai Sudharsan won?

KL Rahul has won 1 Man of the Match award and Sai Sudharsan has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick KL Rahul or Sai Sudharsan in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Sai Sudharsan 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 Sai Sudharsan?

KL Rahul has more T20I runs: KL Rahul has 2,265 in 72 matches (average 37.8) and Sai Sudharsan has 0 in 1.

Who has more ODI runs, KL Rahul or Sai Sudharsan?

KL Rahul has more ODI runs: KL Rahul has 3,541 in 101 matches (average 51.3) and Sai Sudharsan has 127 in 3.

Who has more Test runs, KL Rahul or Sai Sudharsan?

KL Rahul has more Test runs: KL Rahul has 4,288 in 70 matches (average 36.6) and Sai Sudharsan has 302 in 6.
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