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KL Rahul vs Yashasvi Jaiswal: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, KL Rahul or Yashasvi Jaiswal?

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. Yashasvi Jaiswal (Rajasthan Royals) has 723 T20I runs at avg 36.1 in 23 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
🏏
Yashasvi Jaiswal
👑 RR · 9 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
🏏
Yashasvi Jaiswal
👑 Rajasthan Royals
BAT
9 cr
Credits
50
Avg Pts
169
Best FP
129.0
Pts/Cr
549
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
🏏 KL Rahul
24 higher avg pts · 287 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 KL Rahul
VS
🏏 Yashasvi Jaiswal
T20I Career Overview
72Matches23
🏏 Batting
2265Runs723
37.75Batting Avg36.15
2Centuries1
22Half-Centuries5
96Sixes 🔴32
110*
Best Score
100
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

KL Rahul vs Yashasvi Jaiswal · 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 RahulYashasvi Jaiswal
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points7450
Best fantasy score287169
Runs815549
Strike rate102.9128.3
Fours7977
Sixes3317
Half-centuries (50+)32
Centuries (100+)41
Highest score152110
Economy rate0.006.00
Catches137
Total dismissals178
International career · T20I
StatisticKL RahulYashasvi Jaiswal
Matches7223
Runs2265723
Batting average37.7536.15
Centuries (100+)21
Half-centuries (50+)225
Economy rate—11.00

📋 Format by format

T20I. KL Rahul has played 72 T20Is and Yashasvi Jaiswal 23. KL Rahul has 2,265 runs at 37.8, against 723 at 36.1 for Yashasvi Jaiswal, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: KL Rahul 2, Yashasvi Jaiswal 1. Fifties: 22 and 5.

ODI. KL Rahul has played 101 ODIs and Yashasvi Jaiswal 6. KL Rahul has 3,541 runs at 51.3, against 285 at 71.3 for Yashasvi Jaiswal, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: KL Rahul 9, Yashasvi Jaiswal 2. Fifties: 20 and 0.

Test. KL Rahul has played 70 Tests and Yashasvi Jaiswal 30. KL Rahul has 4,288 runs at 36.6, against 2,588 at 47.9 (66.4) for Yashasvi Jaiswal, so KL Rahul has scored more. Hundreds: KL Rahul 12, Yashasvi Jaiswal 7. Fifties: 21 and 13.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 KL Rahul
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Yashasvi Jaiswal
✓ Higher strike rate
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 KL Rahul
74 avg pts · 287 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Yashasvi Jaiswal
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 →

🧠Quick quiz: KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal

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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 Yashasvi Jaiswal · 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: Yashasvi Jaiswal has scored 723 T20I runs in 23 matches at an average of 36.15, with 1 century.

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 Yashasvi Jaiswal?

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 Yashasvi Jaiswal: 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 Yashasvi Jaiswal?

Yashasvi Jaiswal has the superior batting strike rate this season (128.3), 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 Yashasvi Jaiswal?

KL Rahul costs 9.5 Cr and Yashasvi Jaiswal costs 9 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 Yashasvi Jaiswal won?

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

Should I pick KL Rahul or Yashasvi Jaiswal 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 Yashasvi Jaiswal?

KL Rahul has more T20I runs: KL Rahul has 2,265 in 72 matches (average 37.8) and Yashasvi Jaiswal has 723 in 23 (average 36.1).

Who has more ODI runs, KL Rahul or Yashasvi Jaiswal?

KL Rahul has more ODI runs: KL Rahul has 3,541 in 101 matches (average 51.3) and Yashasvi Jaiswal has 285 in 6 (average 71.3).

Who has more Test runs, KL Rahul or Yashasvi Jaiswal?

KL Rahul has more Test runs: KL Rahul has 4,288 in 70 matches (average 36.6) and Yashasvi Jaiswal has 2,588 in 30 (average 47.9).
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