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Lahiru Udara vs Shai Hope — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Q: Who has better IPL 2026 stats — Lahiru Udara or Shai Hope?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Shai Hope has the edge with a higher average of 94 fantasy points per game. Shai Hope leads in runs scored (965 runs). Overall Shai Hope is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Q: Who has a better strike rate — Lahiru Udara or Shai Hope?

Lahiru Udara has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (120.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

Q: What is the price difference between Lahiru Udara and Shai Hope?

Lahiru Udara costs 8.5 Cr and Shai Hope costs 9.5 Cr in IPL 2026 fantasy. The player with lower credits who delivers similar points gives you better value, freeing up budget for other expensive picks.

Q: How many MOTM awards have Lahiru Udara and Shai Hope won?

In IPL 2026, Lahiru Udara has won 1 Man of the Match award and Shai Hope has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Who is better — Lahiru Udara or Shai Hope?

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

Lahiru Udara (Sri Lanka) — international career stats below. Shai Hope (West Indies) has 1,743 T20I runs at avg 30.1 in 70 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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Lahiru Udara

🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 cr

PLAYER 2

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Shai Hope

🏏 WI · 9.5 cr

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Lahiru Udara

🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM

8.5 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

268

Best FP

148.9

Pts/Cr

705

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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Shai Hope

🏏 West Indies

🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM

9.5 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

259

Best FP

177.2

Pts/Cr

965

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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📈 Slight Edge

🏏 Shai Hope

10 higher avg pts · 259 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM

🏏 Lahiru Udara

🏏 Shai Hope

T20I Career Overview

—Matches70

🏏 Batting

—Runs1743

—Batting Avg30.05

—Centuries1

—Half-Centuries12

—Sixes 🔴89

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Best Score

102*

Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Lahiru Udara vs Shai Hope — 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
Statistic	Lahiru Udara	Shai Hope
Matches	15	18
Avg fantasy points	84	94
Best fantasy score	268	259
Runs	705	965
Strike rate	120.9	80.1
Fours	87	76
Sixes	22	28
Half-centuries (50+)	4	4
Centuries (100+)	2	5
Highest score	188	162
Catches	9	14
Total dismissals	11	22

Stats updated 14 Oct 2026

⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick

🏏 Lahiru Udara

✓ Higher strike rate

🏏 Shai Hope

✓ Superior run-scorer

✓ More big-hitting sixes

✓ Higher avg fantasy pts

👑 Captaincy Recommendation

C: 🏏 Shai Hope

94 avg pts · 259 best · 1 MOTM

VC: 🏏 Lahiru Udara

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Lahiru Udara vs Shai Hope — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

Lahiru Udara does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

T20I career: Shai Hope has scored 1,743 T20I runs in 70 matches at an average of 30.05, with 1 century.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shai Hope is the stronger pick with an average of 94 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 Udara or Shai Hope?

Based on recent data, Shai Hope has the edge with a higher average of 94 fantasy points per game. Shai Hope leads in runs scored (965 runs). Overall Shai Hope is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Lahiru Udara vs Shai Hope — who is a better fantasy captain?

Shai Hope is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 94 pts per game with a best score of 268 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 Udara or Shai Hope?

Lahiru Udara has the superior batting strike rate this season (120.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Lahiru Udara and Shai Hope?

Lahiru Udara costs 8.5 Cr and Shai Hope 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 Udara and Shai Hope won?

Lahiru Udara has won 1 Man of the Match award and Shai Hope has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Lahiru Udara or Shai Hope in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shai Hope 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 West Indies. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

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