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Kusal Mendis vs Sai Sudharsan: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Kusal Mendis or Sai Sudharsan?

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

Kusal Mendis (Sri Lanka) has 2,198 T20I runs at avg 25.6 in 90 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
🏏
Kusal Mendis
🇱🇰 SL · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Sai Sudharsan
⚡ GT · 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
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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
13 higher avg pts · 184 best fantasy score
🏏 Kusal Mendis
VS
🏏 Sai Sudharsan
T20I Career Overview
90Matches1
🏏 Batting
2198Runs0
25.56Batting Avg—
0Centuries0
17Half-Centuries0
81Sixes 🔴0
86
Best Score
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Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Kusal Mendis 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
StatisticKusal MendisSai Sudharsan
Matches1918
Avg fantasy points6881
Best fantasy score200184
Runs714803
Strike rate106.6143.1
Fours6188
Sixes3430
Half-centuries (50+)59
Centuries (100+)11
Highest score121100
Catches158
Total dismissals179
International career · T20I
StatisticKusal MendisSai Sudharsan
Matches901
Runs21980
Batting average25.56—
Half-centuries (50+)170

📋 Format by format

T20I. Kusal Mendis has played 90 T20Is and Sai Sudharsan 1. Kusal Mendis has 2,198 runs at 25.6, against 0 for Sai Sudharsan, so Kusal Mendis has scored more.

ODI. Kusal Mendis has played 148 ODIs and Sai Sudharsan 3. Kusal Mendis has 4,697 runs at 35.3, against 127 for Sai Sudharsan, so Kusal Mendis has scored more. Hundreds: Kusal Mendis 6, Sai Sudharsan 0. Fifties: 34 and 2.

Test. Kusal Mendis has played 73 Tests and Sai Sudharsan 6. Kusal Mendis has 4,757 runs at 36.9 (strike rate 59.4), against 302 for Sai Sudharsan, so Kusal Mendis has scored more. Hundreds: Kusal Mendis 10, Sai Sudharsan 0. Fifties: 22 and 2.

International numbers up to 22 November 2025.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Kusal Mendis
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Sai Sudharsan
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Sai Sudharsan
81 avg pts · 184 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Kusal Mendis
Captaining Sai Sudharsan gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Kusal Mendis vs Sai Sudharsan · 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.

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, Kusal Mendis or Sai Sudharsan?

Based on recent data, Sai Sudharsan has the edge with a higher average of 81 fantasy points per game. Sai Sudharsan leads in runs scored (803 runs). Overall Sai Sudharsan is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Kusal Mendis 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 200 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 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 Kusal Mendis and Sai Sudharsan?

Kusal Mendis 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 Kusal Mendis and Sai Sudharsan won?

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

Should I pick Kusal Mendis 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 Sri Lanka 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, Kusal Mendis or Sai Sudharsan?

Kusal Mendis has more T20I runs: Kusal Mendis has 2,198 in 90 matches (average 25.6) and Sai Sudharsan has 0 in 1.

Who has more ODI runs, Kusal Mendis or Sai Sudharsan?

Kusal Mendis has more ODI runs: Kusal Mendis has 4,697 in 148 matches (average 35.3) and Sai Sudharsan has 127 in 3.

Who has more Test runs, Kusal Mendis or Sai Sudharsan?

Kusal Mendis has more Test runs: Kusal Mendis has 4,757 in 73 matches (average 36.9) and Sai Sudharsan has 302 in 6.
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