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Marlon Samuels vs Rohit Sharma — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Marlon Samuels 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.

Marlon Samuels (Delhi Capitals) has 1,611 T20I runs at avg 29.3 in 67 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
🏏
Marlon Samuels
💙 DC · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
🏏
Marlon Samuels
💙 Delhi Capitals
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
9.5 cr
Credits
79
Avg Pts
214
Best FP
119.5
Pts/Cr
885
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.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rohit Sharma
79 higher avg pts · 214 best fantasy score
🏏 Marlon Samuels
VS
🏏 Rohit Sharma
T20I Career Overview
67Matches159
🏏 Batting
1611Runs4231
29.29Batting Avg32.05
116.23Strike Rate140.89
0Centuries5
10Half-Centuries32
69Sixes 🔴205
89*
Best Score
121*
🎳 Bowling
22Wickets1
28.27Bowling Avg113.00
7.79Economy Rate9.97
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/23
Best Figures
1/22
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Marlon Samuels 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
StatisticMarlon SamuelsRohit Sharma
Matches019
Avg fantasy points079
Best fantasy score0214
Runs0885
Strike rate0.0126.2
Fours085
Sixes049
Half-centuries (50+)05
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score0138
Catches09
Total dismissals09
International career — T20I
StatisticMarlon SamuelsRohit Sharma
Matches67159
Runs16114231
Batting average29.2932.05
Strike rate116.2140.9
Centuries (100+)05
Half-centuries (50+)1032
Wickets221
Bowling average28.27113.00
Economy rate7.799.97

📋 Format by format

T20I. Marlon Samuels has played 67 T20Is and Rohit Sharma 159. Marlon Samuels has 1,611 runs at 29.3 (strike rate 116.2), against 4,231 at 32.0 (140.9) for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Marlon Samuels 0, Rohit Sharma 5. Fifties: 10 and 32. With the ball, Marlon Samuels has 22 wickets at an economy of 7.79 and Rohit Sharma 1 at 9.97; Marlon Samuels has more wickets.

ODI. Marlon Samuels has played 207 ODIs and Rohit Sharma 291. Marlon Samuels has 5,606 runs at 33.0 (strike rate 75.1), against 12,120 at 49.3 for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Marlon Samuels 10, Rohit Sharma 35. Fifties: 30 and 63. With the ball, Marlon Samuels has 89 wickets at an economy of 4.86 and Rohit Sharma 9 at 5.24; Marlon Samuels has more wickets.

Test. Marlon Samuels has played 71 Tests and Rohit Sharma 67. Marlon Samuels has 3,917 runs at 32.6 (strike rate 47.7), against 4,301 at 40.6 (57.1) for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Marlon Samuels 7, Rohit Sharma 12. Fifties: 24 and 18. With the ball, Marlon Samuels has 41 wickets at an economy of 3.34 and Rohit Sharma 2 at 3.51; Marlon Samuels has more wickets.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Marlon Samuels
Evenly matched
🏏 Rohit Sharma
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rohit Sharma
79 avg pts · 214 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Marlon Samuels
Captaining Rohit Sharma gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Marlon Samuels vs Rohit Sharma — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Marlon Samuels has scored 1,611 T20I runs in 67 matches at an average of 29.29, with 10 half-centuries. He has also taken 22 T20I wickets at an average of 28.27 with an economy of 7.79.

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 79 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 — Marlon Samuels or Rohit Sharma?

Based on recent data, Rohit Sharma has the edge with a higher average of 79 fantasy points per game. Rohit Sharma leads in runs scored (885 runs). Overall Rohit Sharma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Marlon Samuels vs Rohit Sharma — who is a better fantasy captain?

Rohit Sharma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 79 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 — Marlon Samuels or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has the superior batting strike rate this season (126.2), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Marlon Samuels and Rohit Sharma?

Marlon Samuels costs 8 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 Marlon Samuels and Rohit Sharma won?

Marlon Samuels 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 Marlon Samuels 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 Delhi Capitals 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, Marlon Samuels or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more T20I runs: Marlon Samuels has 1,611 in 67 matches (average 29.3) and Rohit Sharma has 4,231 in 159 (average 32.0).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Rohit Sharma scores faster in T20Is: Marlon Samuels strikes at 116.2 and Rohit Sharma at 140.9.

Who has more ODI runs, Marlon Samuels or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more ODI runs: Marlon Samuels has 5,606 in 207 matches (average 33.0) and Rohit Sharma has 12,120 in 291 (average 49.3).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Marlon Samuels or Rohit Sharma?

Marlon Samuels has more ODI wickets: Marlon Samuels has 89 at an average of 46.4 and Rohit Sharma has 9 at 59.2.

Who has more Test runs, Marlon Samuels or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more Test runs: Marlon Samuels has 3,917 in 71 matches (average 32.6) and Rohit Sharma has 4,301 in 67 (average 40.6).
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