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Kuldeep Yadav vs Marcus Stoinis — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison
Kuldeep Yadav (Delhi Capitals) averages 24 fantasy pts per match. Marcus Stoinis (Punjab Kings) averages 39 fantasy pts. Full IPL stats & fantasy cricket comparison: batting, bowling, fielding, and form.
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Kuldeep Yadav vs Marcus Stoinis is one of the most searched IPL 2026 fantasy comparisons. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.
Kuldeep Yadav is a specialist bowler for Delhi Capitals, priced at 8.5 Cr this season. Over 12 matches he has scored a total of 293 fantasy points, averaging 24 pts per game with a best of 119 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 9 runs at a strike rate of 42.9, and has claimed 10 wickets with an economy of 10.30. He has won Man of the Match 1 time this season.
Marcus Stoinis is a all-rounder for Punjab Kings, priced at 8.5 Cr. Across 12 matches he has earned 465 fantasy points, averaging 39 pts per game with a best of 121 pts. He has scored 216 runs at a strike rate of 180, picking up 2 wickets at an economy of 12.56.
Batting edge: Marcus Stoinis leads with the bat this season, making them the better pick if the pitch is expected to be batting-friendly or if the match is being played on a flat track.
Bowling edge: Kuldeep Yadav has been the more impactful bowler IPL 2026, and becomes especially valuable in conditions that offer pace or spin movement.
Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Marcus Stoinis is the stronger pick right now with an average of 39 pts per game and a best score of 121 pts. The value-for-money metric (points per credit) further reinforces this — always check this number before finalising your captain or vice-captain choice.
Captaincy Recommendation: Based on IPL 2026 season form, Marcus Stoinis is the safer captaincy option. However, if the opposition's bowling or batting lineup suits the other player, consider rotating your captain pick. Always check the playing XI, pitch report, and toss result before locking in your captain.
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