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Lahiru Kumara vs Rohit Sharma: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Lahiru Kumara or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has the edge on the headline numbers: Rohit Sharma leads on T20I batting (4,231 runs, avg 32.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Lahiru Kumara (Sri Lanka) has 10 T20I runs at avg 3.3 in 26 matches. Rohit Sharma (India) has 4,231 T20I runs at avg 32.0 in 159 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Lahiru Kumara
🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
🏏
Lahiru Kumara
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
42
Avg Pts
77
Best FP
19.5
Pts/Cr
55
Total Runs
3
Total Wkts
🏏
Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
9.5 cr
Credits
70
Avg Pts
214
Best FP
162.6
Pts/Cr
830
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rohit Sharma
28 higher avg pts · 214 best fantasy score
🏏 Lahiru Kumara
VS
🏏 Rohit Sharma
T20I Career Overview
26Matches159
🏏 Batting
10Runs4231
3.33Batting Avg32.05
90.91Strike Rate140.89
0Centuries5
0Half-Centuries32
0Sixes 🔴205
4
Best Score
121*
🎳 Bowling
33Wickets1
22.88Bowling Avg113.00
8.33Economy Rate9.97
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/7
Best Figures
1/22
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Lahiru Kumara vs Rohit Sharma · 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
StatisticLahiru KumaraRohit Sharma
Matches420
Avg fantasy points4270
Best fantasy score77214
Runs55830
Strike rate30.9119.1
Fours881
Sixes145
Half-centuries (50+)04
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score24138
Wickets30
Economy rate4.470.00
Best spell (wkts)20
Catches110
Total dismissals111
International career · T20I
StatisticLahiru KumaraRohit Sharma
Matches26159
Runs104231
Batting average3.3332.05
Strike rate90.9140.9
Centuries (100+)05
Half-centuries (50+)032
Wickets331
Bowling average22.88113.00
Economy rate8.339.97

📋 Format by format

T20I. Lahiru Kumara has played 26 T20Is and Rohit Sharma 159. Lahiru Kumara has 10 runs at 3.3 (strike rate 90.9), against 4,231 at 32.0 (140.9) for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Lahiru Kumara 0, Rohit Sharma 5. Fifties: 0 and 32. With the ball, Lahiru Kumara has 33 wickets at an economy of 8.33 and Rohit Sharma 1 at 9.97; Lahiru Kumara has more wickets.

ODI. Lahiru Kumara has played 32 ODIs and Rohit Sharma 291. Lahiru Kumara has 62 runs at 5.6 (strike rate 44.3), against 12,120 at 49.3 for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Lahiru Kumara 0, Rohit Sharma 35. Fifties: 0 and 63. With the ball, Lahiru Kumara has 42 wickets at an economy of 6.48 and Rohit Sharma 9 at 5.24; Lahiru Kumara has more wickets while Rohit Sharma is more economical.

Test. Lahiru Kumara has played 34 Tests and Rohit Sharma 67. Lahiru Kumara has 135 runs at 4.7 (strike rate 29.5), against 4,301 at 40.6 (57.1) for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Lahiru Kumara 0, Rohit Sharma 12. Fifties: 0 and 18. With the ball, Lahiru Kumara has 104 wickets at an economy of 3.87 and Rohit Sharma 2 at 3.51; Lahiru Kumara has more wickets while Rohit Sharma is more economical.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Lahiru Kumara
✓ More wickets
🏏 Rohit Sharma
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rohit Sharma
70 avg pts · 214 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Lahiru Kumara
Captaining Rohit Sharma gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

Did you know: Rohit Sharma

  • His 264 against Sri Lanka at Eden Gardens in 2014 is the highest individual score in ODI cricket.
  • He has three ODI double centuries, more than anyone else.
  • He scored five centuries at the 2019 World Cup, the most by anyone at a single World Cup, and has seven World Cup hundreds in all.
  • He has hit more sixes than anyone in international cricket.
Full Rohit Sharma profile →

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Lahiru Kumara vs Rohit Sharma · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Lahiru Kumara has scored 10 T20I runs in 26 matches at an average of 3.33. He has also taken 33 T20I wickets at an average of 22.88 with an economy of 8.33.

T20I career: Rohit Sharma has scored 4,231 T20I runs in 159 matches at an average of 32.05, with 5 centuries. He has also taken 1 T20I wickets at an average of 113.00 with an economy of 9.97.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Rohit Sharma is the stronger pick with an average of 70 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, Lahiru Kumara or Rohit Sharma?

Based on recent data, Rohit Sharma has the edge with a higher average of 70 fantasy points per game. Rohit Sharma leads in runs scored (830 runs). Overall Rohit Sharma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Lahiru Kumara vs Rohit Sharma: who is a better fantasy captain?

Rohit Sharma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 70 pts per game with a best score of 214 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, Lahiru Kumara or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has the superior batting strike rate this season (119.1), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Lahiru Kumara and Rohit Sharma?

Lahiru Kumara costs 8.5 Cr and Rohit Sharma 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 Lahiru Kumara and Rohit Sharma won?

Lahiru Kumara has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Rohit Sharma has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Lahiru Kumara or Rohit Sharma in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Rohit Sharma 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, Lahiru Kumara or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more T20I runs: Lahiru Kumara has 10 in 26 matches (average 3.3) and Rohit Sharma has 4,231 in 159 (average 32.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Lahiru Kumara or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more ODI runs: Lahiru Kumara has 62 in 32 matches (average 5.6) and Rohit Sharma has 12,120 in 291 (average 49.3).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Lahiru Kumara or Rohit Sharma?

Lahiru Kumara has more ODI wickets: Lahiru Kumara has 42 at an average of 33.4 and Rohit Sharma has 9 at 59.2.

Who has more Test runs, Lahiru Kumara or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more Test runs: Lahiru Kumara has 135 in 34 matches (average 4.7) and Rohit Sharma has 4,301 in 67 (average 40.6).
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