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Marco Jansen vs Tilak Varma: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Marco Jansen or Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the edge on the headline numbers: Tilak Varma leads on T20I batting (1,619 runs, avg 45.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Marco Jansen (Punjab Kings) has 268 T20I runs at avg 17.9 in 30 matches. Tilak Varma (India) has 1,619 T20I runs at avg 45.0 in 57 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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Marco Jansen
🦁 PBKS · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 IND · 8 cr
🏏
Marco Jansen
🦁 Punjab Kings
AR🌏 OS
9 cr
Credits
57
Avg Pts
204
Best FP
136.4
Pts/Cr
295
Total Runs
20
Total Wkts
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Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
8 cr
Credits
49
Avg Pts
141
Best FP
219.8
Pts/Cr
450
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Marco Jansen
8 higher avg pts · 204 best fantasy score
🏏 Marco Jansen
VS
🏏 Tilak Varma
T20I Career Overview
30Matches57
🏏 Batting
268Runs1619
17.87Batting Avg44.97
153.14Strike Rate145.72
0Centuries2
2Half-Centuries9
20Sixes 🔴82
55*
Best Score
120*
🎳 Bowling
33Wickets5
29.76Bowling Avg12.80
—Economy Rate6.10
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/22
Best Figures
1/1
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Marco Jansen vs Tilak Varma — 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
StatisticMarco JansenTilak Varma
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5749
Best fantasy score204141
Runs295450
Strike rate99.3154.1
Fours3131
Sixes1221
Half-centuries (50+)34
Highest score8560
Wickets201
Economy rate7.089.00
Best spell (wkts)41
Catches1315
Total dismissals1518
International career — T20I
StatisticMarco JansenTilak Varma
Matches3057
Runs2681619
Batting average17.8744.97
Strike rate153.1145.7
Centuries (100+)02
Half-centuries (50+)29
Wickets335
Bowling average29.7612.80
Economy rate—6.10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Marco Jansen has played 30 T20Is and Tilak Varma 57. Marco Jansen has 268 runs at 17.9 (strike rate 153.1), against 1,619 at 45.0 (145.7) for Tilak Varma, so Tilak Varma has scored more. Hundreds: Marco Jansen 0, Tilak Varma 2. Fifties: 2 and 9. With the ball, Marco Jansen has 33 wickets and Tilak Varma 5 at 6.10; Marco Jansen has more wickets.

ODI. Marco Jansen has played 34 ODIs and Tilak Varma 5. Marco Jansen has 647 runs at 27.0, against 68 at 22.7 (57.1) for Tilak Varma, so Marco Jansen has scored more. Marco Jansen also bowls: 52 wickets, while Tilak Varma has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 26 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Marco Jansen
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Tilak Varma
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Marco Jansen
57 avg pts · 204 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Tilak Varma
Captaining Marco Jansen gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Marco Jansen vs Tilak Varma — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Marco Jansen has scored 268 T20I runs in 30 matches at an average of 17.87, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 33 T20I wickets at an average of 29.76.

T20I career: Tilak Varma has scored 1,619 T20I runs in 57 matches at an average of 44.97, with 2 centuries. He has also taken 5 T20I wickets at an average of 12.80 with an economy of 6.10.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Marco Jansen is the stronger pick with an average of 57 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 — Marco Jansen or Tilak Varma?

Based on recent data, Marco Jansen has the edge with a higher average of 57 fantasy points per game. Tilak Varma leads in runs scored (450 runs). Overall Marco Jansen is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Marco Jansen vs Tilak Varma — who is a better fantasy captain?

Marco Jansen is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 57 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 — Marco Jansen or Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the superior batting strike rate this season (154.1), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Marco Jansen and Tilak Varma?

Marco Jansen costs 9 Cr and Tilak Varma costs 8 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 Marco Jansen and Tilak Varma won?

Marco Jansen has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Tilak Varma has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Marco Jansen or Tilak Varma in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Marco Jansen is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Punjab Kings 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, Marco Jansen or Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has more T20I runs: Marco Jansen has 268 in 30 matches (average 17.9) and Tilak Varma has 1,619 in 57 (average 45.0).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Marco Jansen scores faster in T20Is: Marco Jansen strikes at 153.1 and Tilak Varma at 145.7.

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Marco Jansen or Tilak Varma?

Marco Jansen has more T20I wickets: Marco Jansen has 33 at an average of 29.8 and Tilak Varma has 5 at 12.8.

Who has more ODI runs, Marco Jansen or Tilak Varma?

Marco Jansen has more ODI runs: Marco Jansen has 647 in 34 matches (average 27.0) and Tilak Varma has 68 in 5 (average 22.7).
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