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Kusal Mendis vs Prasidh Krishna: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Kusal Mendis or Prasidh Krishna?

Kusal Mendis has the edge on the headline numbers: Kusal Mendis leads on T20I batting (2,198 runs, avg 25.6). 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. Prasidh Krishna (India) has 2 T20I runs in 8 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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Kusal Mendis
🇱🇰 SL · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Prasidh Krishna
🇮🇳 IND · 8.5 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
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Prasidh Krishna
🇮🇳 India
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
51
Avg Pts
204
Best FP
160.9
Pts/Cr
16
Total Runs
28
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Kusal Mendis
17 higher avg pts · 200 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM
🏏 Kusal Mendis
VS
🏏 Prasidh Krishna
T20I Career Overview
90Matches8
🏏 Batting
2198Runs2
25.56Batting Avg—
—Strike Rate66.67
0Centuries0
17Half-Centuries0
81Sixes 🔴0
86
Best Score
1*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets9
—Bowling Avg38.56
—Economy Rate11.19
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
3/41
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Kusal Mendis vs Prasidh Krishna · 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 MendisPrasidh Krishna
Matches1920
Avg fantasy points6851
Best fantasy score200204
Runs71416
Strike rate106.647.1
Fours612
Sixes340
Half-centuries (50+)50
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score1216
Wickets028
Economy rate0.005.60
Best spell (wkts)05
Catches1512
Total dismissals1713
International career · T20I
StatisticKusal MendisPrasidh Krishna
Matches908
Runs21982
Batting average25.56—
Strike rate—66.7
Half-centuries (50+)170
Wickets09
Bowling average—38.56
Economy rate—11.19

📋 Format by format

T20I. Kusal Mendis has played 90 T20Is and Prasidh Krishna 8. Kusal Mendis has 2,198 runs at 25.6, against 2 (66.7) for Prasidh Krishna, so Kusal Mendis has scored more. Prasidh Krishna also bowls: 9 wickets at an economy of 11.19, while Kusal Mendis has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Kusal Mendis has played 148 ODIs and Prasidh Krishna 28. Kusal Mendis has 4,697 runs at 35.3, against 2 at 0.7 (10.0) for Prasidh Krishna, so Kusal Mendis has scored more. Hundreds: Kusal Mendis 6, Prasidh Krishna 0. Fifties: 34 and 0. Prasidh Krishna also bowls: 50 wickets, while Kusal Mendis has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Kusal Mendis has played 73 Tests and Prasidh Krishna 7. Kusal Mendis has 4,757 runs at 36.9 (strike rate 59.4), against 10 at 2.0 (12.7) for Prasidh Krishna, so Kusal Mendis has scored more. Hundreds: Kusal Mendis 10, Prasidh Krishna 0. Fifties: 22 and 0. With the ball, Kusal Mendis has 1 wickets at an economy of 5.36 and Prasidh Krishna 25 at 4.63; Prasidh Krishna has more wickets.

International numbers up to 15 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Kusal Mendis
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Prasidh Krishna
✓ More wickets
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Kusal Mendis
68 avg pts · 200 best · 2 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Prasidh Krishna
Captaining Kusal Mendis gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Kusal Mendis vs Prasidh Krishna · 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: Prasidh Krishna has scored 2 T20I runs in 8 matches. He has also taken 9 T20I wickets at an average of 38.56 with an economy of 11.19.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Kusal Mendis is the stronger pick with an average of 68 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 Prasidh Krishna?

Based on recent data, Kusal Mendis has the edge with a higher average of 68 fantasy points per game. Kusal Mendis leads in runs scored (714 runs). Overall Kusal Mendis is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Kusal Mendis vs Prasidh Krishna: who is a better fantasy captain?

Kusal Mendis is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 68 pts per game with a best score of 204 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 Prasidh Krishna?

Kusal Mendis has the superior batting strike rate this season (106.6), 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 Prasidh Krishna?

Kusal Mendis costs 9.5 Cr and Prasidh Krishna costs 8.5 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 Prasidh Krishna won?

Kusal Mendis has won 2 Man of the Match awards and Prasidh Krishna has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Kusal Mendis or Prasidh Krishna in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Kusal Mendis 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 India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Kusal Mendis or Prasidh Krishna?

Kusal Mendis has more T20I runs: Kusal Mendis has 2,198 in 90 matches (average 25.6) and Prasidh Krishna has 2 in 8.

Who has more ODI runs, Kusal Mendis or Prasidh Krishna?

Kusal Mendis has more ODI runs: Kusal Mendis has 4,697 in 148 matches (average 35.3) and Prasidh Krishna has 2 in 28 (average 0.7).

Who has more Test runs, Kusal Mendis or Prasidh Krishna?

Kusal Mendis has more Test runs: Kusal Mendis has 4,757 in 73 matches (average 36.9) and Prasidh Krishna has 10 in 7 (average 2.0).
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