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Maheesh Theekshana vs Wanindu Hasaranga — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Maheesh Theekshana or Wanindu Hasaranga?

Wanindu Hasaranga has the edge on the headline numbers: Wanindu Hasaranga leads on T20I batting (831 runs, avg 13.4). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Maheesh Theekshana (Sri Lanka) has 107 T20I runs at avg 4.5 in 83 matches. Wanindu Hasaranga (Lucknow Super Giants) has 831 T20I runs at avg 13.4 in 98 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Maheesh Theekshana
🇱🇰 SL · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Wanindu Hasaranga
🦅 LSG · 10 cr
🏏
Maheesh Theekshana
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BOWL
9 cr
Credits
39
Avg Pts
76
Best FP
61.0
Pts/Cr
74
Total Runs
11
Total Wkts
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Wanindu Hasaranga
🦅 Lucknow Super Giants
AR🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
63
Avg Pts
119
Best FP
100.5
Pts/Cr
188
Total Runs
16
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Wanindu Hasaranga
24 higher avg pts · 119 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Maheesh Theekshana
VS
🏏 Wanindu Hasaranga
T20I Career Overview
83Matches98
🏏 Batting
107Runs831
4.46Batting Avg13.40
60.80Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries2
2Sixes 🔴16
14
Best Score
71
🎳 Bowling
82Wickets161
26.17Bowling Avg15.90
7.03Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/17
Best Figures
4/9
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Maheesh Theekshana vs Wanindu Hasaranga — 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
StatisticMaheesh TheekshanaWanindu Hasaranga
Matches1416
Avg fantasy points3963
Best fantasy score76119
Runs74188
Strike rate104.2142.4
Fours913
Sixes110
Highest score3229
Wickets1116
Economy rate7.417.82
Best spell (wkts)23
Catches411
Total dismissals412
International career — T20I
StatisticMaheesh TheekshanaWanindu Hasaranga
Matches8398
Runs107831
Batting average4.4613.40
Strike rate60.8—
Half-centuries (50+)02
Wickets82161
Bowling average26.1715.90
Economy rate7.03—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Maheesh Theekshana has played 83 T20Is and Wanindu Hasaranga 98. Maheesh Theekshana has 107 runs at 4.5 (strike rate 60.8), against 831 at 13.4 for Wanindu Hasaranga, so Wanindu Hasaranga has scored more. With the ball, Maheesh Theekshana has 82 wickets at an economy of 7.03 and Wanindu Hasaranga 161; Wanindu Hasaranga has more wickets.

ODI. Maheesh Theekshana has played 61 ODIs and Wanindu Hasaranga 71. Maheesh Theekshana has 344 runs at 16.4, against 1,142 at 23.3 for Wanindu Hasaranga, so Wanindu Hasaranga has scored more. With the ball, Maheesh Theekshana has 81 wickets and Wanindu Hasaranga 113; Wanindu Hasaranga has more wickets.

Test. Maheesh Theekshana has played 2 Tests and Wanindu Hasaranga 4. Maheesh Theekshana has 59 runs at 19.7 (strike rate 39.6), against 196 at 28.0 (86.3) for Wanindu Hasaranga, so Wanindu Hasaranga has scored more. With the ball, Maheesh Theekshana has 5 wickets at an economy of 3.09 and Wanindu Hasaranga 4 at 3.59; Maheesh Theekshana has more wickets.

International numbers up to 14 June 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Maheesh Theekshana
✓ Better economy rate
🏏 Wanindu Hasaranga
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Wanindu Hasaranga
63 avg pts · 119 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Maheesh Theekshana
Captaining Wanindu Hasaranga gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Maheesh Theekshana vs Wanindu Hasaranga — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Maheesh Theekshana has scored 107 T20I runs in 83 matches at an average of 4.46. He has also taken 82 T20I wickets at an average of 26.17 with an economy of 7.03.

T20I career: Wanindu Hasaranga has scored 831 T20I runs in 98 matches at an average of 13.40, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 161 T20I wickets at an average of 15.90.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Wanindu Hasaranga is the stronger pick with an average of 63 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 — Maheesh Theekshana or Wanindu Hasaranga?

Based on recent data, Wanindu Hasaranga has the edge with a higher average of 63 fantasy points per game. Wanindu Hasaranga leads in runs scored (188 runs). Overall Wanindu Hasaranga is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Maheesh Theekshana vs Wanindu Hasaranga — who is a better fantasy captain?

Wanindu Hasaranga is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 63 pts per game with a best score of 119 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 — Maheesh Theekshana or Wanindu Hasaranga?

Wanindu Hasaranga has the superior batting strike rate this season (142.4), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Maheesh Theekshana and Wanindu Hasaranga?

Maheesh Theekshana costs 9 Cr and Wanindu Hasaranga costs 10 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 Maheesh Theekshana and Wanindu Hasaranga won?

Maheesh Theekshana has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Wanindu Hasaranga has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Maheesh Theekshana or Wanindu Hasaranga in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Wanindu Hasaranga 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, Maheesh Theekshana or Wanindu Hasaranga?

Wanindu Hasaranga has more T20I runs: Maheesh Theekshana has 107 in 83 matches (average 4.5) and Wanindu Hasaranga has 831 in 98 (average 13.4).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Maheesh Theekshana or Wanindu Hasaranga?

Wanindu Hasaranga has more T20I wickets: Maheesh Theekshana has 82 at an average of 26.2 and Wanindu Hasaranga has 161 at 15.9.

Who has more ODI runs, Maheesh Theekshana or Wanindu Hasaranga?

Wanindu Hasaranga has more ODI runs: Maheesh Theekshana has 344 in 61 matches (average 16.4) and Wanindu Hasaranga has 1,142 in 71 (average 23.3).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Maheesh Theekshana or Wanindu Hasaranga?

Wanindu Hasaranga has more ODI wickets: Maheesh Theekshana has 81 at an average of 27.6 and Wanindu Hasaranga has 113 at 24.8.

Who has more Test runs, Maheesh Theekshana or Wanindu Hasaranga?

Wanindu Hasaranga has more Test runs: Maheesh Theekshana has 59 in 2 matches (average 19.7) and Wanindu Hasaranga has 196 in 4 (average 28.0).
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