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Kusal Mendis vs Mitchell Marsh: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Kusal Mendis or Mitchell Marsh?

Mitchell Marsh has the edge on the headline numbers: Mitchell Marsh leads on T20I batting (2,313 runs, avg 33.5). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Kusal Mendis (Sri Lanka) has 2,198 T20I runs at avg 25.6 in 90 matches. Mitchell Marsh (Lucknow Super Giants) has 2,313 T20I runs at avg 33.5 in 88 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Kusal Mendis
🇱🇰 SL · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Mitchell Marsh
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Kusal Mendis
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
🧤 WK🏅 2× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
68
Avg Pts
200
Best FP
135.7
Pts/Cr
714
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Mitchell Marsh
🦅 Lucknow Super Giants
BAT🌏 OS🏅 5× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
93
Avg Pts
232
Best FP
241.3
Pts/Cr
1022
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
🏏 Mitchell Marsh
25 higher avg pts · 232 best fantasy score · 5× MOTM
🏏 Kusal Mendis
VS
🏏 Mitchell Marsh
T20I Career Overview
90Matches88
🏏 Batting
2198Runs2313
25.56Batting Avg33.52
0Centuries1
17Half-Centuries14
81Sixes 🔴115
86
Best Score
103*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets17
—Bowling Avg22.76
—Economy Rate7.74
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
3/24
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Kusal Mendis vs Mitchell Marsh · 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
StatisticKusal MendisMitchell Marsh
Matches1920
Avg fantasy points6893
Best fantasy score200232
Runs7141022
Strike rate106.6160.7
Fours6198
Sixes3469
Half-centuries (50+)510
Centuries (100+)11
Highest score121111
Catches154
Total dismissals174
International career · T20I
StatisticKusal MendisMitchell Marsh
Matches9088
Runs21982313
Batting average25.5633.52
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)1714
Wickets017
Bowling average—22.76
Economy rate—7.74

📋 Format by format

T20I. Kusal Mendis has played 90 T20Is and Mitchell Marsh 88. Kusal Mendis has 2,198 runs at 25.6, against 2,313 at 33.5 for Mitchell Marsh, so Mitchell Marsh has scored more. Hundreds: Kusal Mendis 0, Mitchell Marsh 1. Fifties: 17 and 14. Mitchell Marsh also bowls: 17 wickets at an economy of 7.74, while Kusal Mendis has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Kusal Mendis has played 148 ODIs and Mitchell Marsh 105. Kusal Mendis has 4,697 runs at 35.3, against 3,395 at 38.1 for Mitchell Marsh, so Kusal Mendis has scored more. Hundreds: Kusal Mendis 6, Mitchell Marsh 4. Fifties: 34 and 24. Mitchell Marsh also bowls: 57 wickets at an economy of 5.50, while Kusal Mendis has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Kusal Mendis has played 73 Tests and Mitchell Marsh 46. Kusal Mendis has 4,757 runs at 36.9 (strike rate 59.4), against 2,083 at 28.5 (56.3) for Mitchell Marsh, so Kusal Mendis has scored more. Hundreds: Kusal Mendis 10, Mitchell Marsh 3. Fifties: 22 and 9. With the ball, Kusal Mendis has 1 wickets at an economy of 5.36 and Mitchell Marsh 51 at 3.55; Mitchell Marsh has more wickets.

International numbers up to 21 June 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Kusal Mendis
Evenly matched
🏏 Mitchell Marsh
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Mitchell Marsh
93 avg pts · 232 best · 5 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Kusal Mendis
Captaining Mitchell Marsh gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Kusal Mendis vs Mitchell Marsh · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Kusal Mendis has scored 2,198 T20I runs in 90 matches at an average of 25.56, with 17 half-centuries.

T20I career: Mitchell Marsh has scored 2,313 T20I runs in 88 matches at an average of 33.52, with 1 century. He has also taken 17 T20I wickets at an average of 22.76 with an economy of 7.74.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Mitchell Marsh is the stronger pick with an average of 93 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, Kusal Mendis or Mitchell Marsh?

Based on recent data, Mitchell Marsh has the edge with a higher average of 93 fantasy points per game. Mitchell Marsh leads in runs scored (1022 runs). Overall Mitchell Marsh is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Kusal Mendis vs Mitchell Marsh: who is a better fantasy captain?

Mitchell Marsh is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 93 pts per game with a best score of 232 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, Kusal Mendis or Mitchell Marsh?

Mitchell Marsh has the superior batting strike rate this season (160.7), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Kusal Mendis and Mitchell Marsh?

Kusal Mendis costs 9.5 Cr and Mitchell Marsh 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 Kusal Mendis and Mitchell Marsh won?

Kusal Mendis has won 2 Man of the Match awards and Mitchell Marsh has won 5 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Kusal Mendis or Mitchell Marsh in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Mitchell Marsh is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if Sri Lanka are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Lucknow Super Giants. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Kusal Mendis or Mitchell Marsh?

Mitchell Marsh has more T20I runs: Kusal Mendis has 2,198 in 90 matches (average 25.6) and Mitchell Marsh has 2,313 in 88 (average 33.5).

Who has more ODI runs, Kusal Mendis or Mitchell Marsh?

Kusal Mendis has more ODI runs: Kusal Mendis has 4,697 in 148 matches (average 35.3) and Mitchell Marsh has 3,395 in 105 (average 38.1).

Who has more Test runs, Kusal Mendis or Mitchell Marsh?

Kusal Mendis has more Test runs: Kusal Mendis has 4,757 in 73 matches (average 36.9) and Mitchell Marsh has 2,083 in 46 (average 28.5).
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