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Michael Clarke vs Steve Smith — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Michael Clarke or Steve Smith?

Steve Smith has the edge on the headline numbers: Steve Smith leads on T20I batting (1,090 runs, avg 25.4). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Michael Clarke () has 488 T20I runs at avg 21.2 in 34 matches. Steve Smith (Amsterdam Flames) has 1,090 T20I runs at avg 25.4 in 66 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Michael Clarke
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Steve Smith
🔥 AF · 9.5 cr
🏏
Michael Clarke
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Steve Smith
🔥 Amsterdam Flames
BAT🌏 OS
9.5 cr
Credits
49
Avg Pts
183
Best FP
25.8
Pts/Cr
323
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Steve Smith
49 higher avg pts · 183 best fantasy score
🏏 Michael Clarke
VS
🏏 Steve Smith
T20I Career Overview
34Matches66
🏏 Batting
488Runs1090
21.22Batting Avg25.35
103.17Strike Rate125.58
0Centuries0
1Half-Centuries5
10Sixes 🔴26
67
Best Score
90
🎳 Bowling
6Wickets17
37.50Bowling Avg22.18
8.65Economy Rate7.77
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/2
Best Figures
3/20
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Michael Clarke vs Steve Smith — 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
StatisticMichael ClarkeSteve Smith
Matches011
Avg fantasy points049
Best fantasy score0183
Runs0323
Strike rate0.079.2
Fours037
Sixes05
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score0115
Catches08
Total dismissals08
International career — T20I
StatisticMichael ClarkeSteve Smith
Matches3466
Runs4881090
Batting average21.2225.35
Strike rate103.2125.6
Half-centuries (50+)15
Wickets617
Bowling average37.5022.18
Economy rate8.657.77

📋 Format by format

T20I. Michael Clarke has played 34 T20Is and Steve Smith 66. Michael Clarke has 488 runs at 21.2 (strike rate 103.2), against 1,090 at 25.4 (125.6) for Steve Smith, so Steve Smith has scored more. With the ball, Michael Clarke has 6 wickets at an economy of 8.65 and Steve Smith 17 at 7.77; Steve Smith has more wickets.

ODI. Michael Clarke has played 245 ODIs and Steve Smith 170. Michael Clarke has 7,981 runs at 44.6 (strike rate 79.0), against 5,800 at 43.3 for Steve Smith, so Michael Clarke has scored more. Hundreds: Michael Clarke 8, Steve Smith 12. Fifties: 58 and 35. With the ball, Michael Clarke has 57 wickets at an economy of 4.98 and Steve Smith 28 at 5.41; Michael Clarke has more wickets.

Test. Michael Clarke has played 115 Tests and Steve Smith 125. Michael Clarke has 8,643 runs at 49.1 (strike rate 55.9), against 10,920 at 56.0 (54.0) for Steve Smith, so Steve Smith has scored more. Hundreds: Michael Clarke 28, Steve Smith 37. Fifties: 27 and 45. With the ball, Michael Clarke has 31 wickets at an economy of 2.92 and Steve Smith 19 at 4.11; Michael Clarke has more wickets.

International numbers up to 22 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Michael Clarke
Evenly matched
🏏 Steve Smith
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Steve Smith
49 avg pts · 183 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Michael Clarke
Captaining Steve Smith gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Michael Clarke vs Steve Smith — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Michael Clarke has scored 488 T20I runs in 34 matches at an average of 21.22, with 1 half-century. He has also taken 6 T20I wickets at an average of 37.50 with an economy of 8.65.

T20I career: Steve Smith has scored 1,090 T20I runs in 66 matches at an average of 25.35, with 5 half-centuries. He has also taken 17 T20I wickets at an average of 22.18 with an economy of 7.77.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Steve Smith is the stronger pick with an average of 49 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 — Michael Clarke or Steve Smith?

Based on recent data, Steve Smith has the edge with a higher average of 49 fantasy points per game. Steve Smith leads in runs scored (323 runs). Overall Steve Smith is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Michael Clarke vs Steve Smith — who is a better fantasy captain?

Steve Smith is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 49 pts per game with a best score of 183 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 — Michael Clarke or Steve Smith?

Steve Smith has the superior batting strike rate this season (79.2), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Michael Clarke and Steve Smith?

Michael Clarke costs 8 Cr and Steve Smith 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 Michael Clarke and Steve Smith won?

Michael Clarke has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Steve Smith has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Michael Clarke or Steve Smith in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Steve Smith is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Amsterdam Flames. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Michael Clarke or Steve Smith?

Steve Smith has more T20I runs: Michael Clarke has 488 in 34 matches (average 21.2) and Steve Smith has 1,090 in 66 (average 25.4).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Steve Smith scores faster in T20Is: Michael Clarke strikes at 103.2 and Steve Smith at 125.6.

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Michael Clarke or Steve Smith?

Steve Smith has more T20I wickets: Michael Clarke has 6 at an average of 37.5 and Steve Smith has 17 at 22.2.

Who has more ODI runs, Michael Clarke or Steve Smith?

Michael Clarke has more ODI runs: Michael Clarke has 7,981 in 245 matches (average 44.6) and Steve Smith has 5,800 in 170 (average 43.3).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Michael Clarke or Steve Smith?

Michael Clarke has more ODI wickets: Michael Clarke has 57 at an average of 37.6 and Steve Smith has 28 at 34.7.

Who has more Test runs, Michael Clarke or Steve Smith?

Steve Smith has more Test runs: Michael Clarke has 8,643 in 115 matches (average 49.1) and Steve Smith has 10,920 in 125 (average 56.0).

Who has taken more Test wickets, Michael Clarke or Steve Smith?

Michael Clarke has more Test wickets: Michael Clarke has 31 at an average of 38.2 and Steve Smith has 19 at 53.0.
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