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Mitchell Marsh vs Tilak Varma: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Mitchell Marsh 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.

Mitchell Marsh (Lucknow Super Giants) has 2,313 T20I runs at avg 33.5 in 88 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
🏏
Mitchell Marsh
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 IND · 8 cr
🏏
Mitchell Marsh
🦅 Lucknow Super Giants
BAT🌏 OS🏅 5× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
93
Avg Pts
232
Best FP
241.3
Pts/Cr
1022
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 1× MOTM
8 cr
Credits
48
Avg Pts
141
Best FP
242.8
Pts/Cr
448
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.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Mitchell Marsh
45 higher avg pts · 232 best fantasy score · 5× MOTM
🏏 Mitchell Marsh
VS
🏏 Tilak Varma
T20I Career Overview
88Matches57
🏏 Batting
2313Runs1619
33.52Batting Avg44.97
—Strike Rate145.72
1Centuries2
14Half-Centuries9
115Sixes 🔴82
103*
Best Score
120*
🎳 Bowling
17Wickets5
22.76Bowling Avg12.80
7.74Economy Rate6.10
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/24
Best Figures
1/1
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Mitchell Marsh 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
StatisticMitchell MarshTilak Varma
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points9348
Best fantasy score232141
Runs1022448
Strike rate160.7163.5
Fours9831
Sixes6923
Half-centuries (50+)104
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score11160
Wickets01
Economy rate0.009.00
Best spell (wkts)01
Catches414
Total dismissals415
International career · T20I
StatisticMitchell MarshTilak Varma
Matches8857
Runs23131619
Batting average33.5244.97
Strike rate—145.7
Centuries (100+)12
Half-centuries (50+)149
Wickets175
Bowling average22.7612.80
Economy rate7.746.10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Mitchell Marsh has played 88 T20Is and Tilak Varma 57. Mitchell Marsh has 2,313 runs at 33.5, against 1,619 at 45.0 (145.7) for Tilak Varma, so Mitchell Marsh has scored more. Hundreds: Mitchell Marsh 1, Tilak Varma 2. Fifties: 14 and 9. With the ball, Mitchell Marsh has 17 wickets at an economy of 7.74 and Tilak Varma 5 at 6.10; Mitchell Marsh has more wickets while Tilak Varma is more economical.

ODI. Mitchell Marsh has played 105 ODIs and Tilak Varma 5. Mitchell Marsh has 3,395 runs at 38.1, against 68 at 22.7 (57.1) for Tilak Varma, so Mitchell Marsh has scored more. Hundreds: Mitchell Marsh 4, Tilak Varma 0. Fifties: 24 and 1. Mitchell Marsh also bowls: 57 wickets at an economy of 5.50, while Tilak Varma has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 26 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Mitchell Marsh
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Tilak Varma
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Mitchell Marsh
93 avg pts · 232 best · 5 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Tilak Varma
Captaining Mitchell Marsh gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

Did you know: Tilak Varma

  • His maiden T20I century was 107 not out off 56 balls against South Africa in November 2024.
  • He followed it with an unbeaten 120 off 47 balls in the very next match.
  • His 69 in the 2025 Asia Cup final against Pakistan won him the player of the match award.
  • He was part of the India side that won the men's cricket gold at the 2026 Asian Games.
Full Tilak Varma profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Mitchell Marsh and Tilak Varma

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  1. 1. What did Tilak score in his first T20I hundred, against South Africa in 2024?
  2. 2. How many balls did Tilak face for his 120 not out?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Mitchell Marsh vs Tilak Varma · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Mitchell Marsh has scored 2,313 T20I runs in 88 matches at an average of 33.52, with 1 century. He has also taken 17 T20I wickets at an average of 22.76 with an economy of 7.74.

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, Mitchell Marsh is the stronger pick with an average of 93 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, Mitchell Marsh or Tilak Varma?

Based on recent data, Mitchell Marsh has the edge with a higher average of 93 fantasy points per game. Mitchell Marsh leads in runs scored (1022 runs). Overall Mitchell Marsh is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Mitchell Marsh vs Tilak Varma: who is a better fantasy captain?

Mitchell Marsh is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 93 pts per game with a best score of 232 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, Mitchell Marsh or Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the superior batting strike rate this season (163.5), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Mitchell Marsh and Tilak Varma?

Mitchell Marsh costs 9.5 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 Mitchell Marsh and Tilak Varma won?

Mitchell Marsh has won 5 Man of the Match awards and Tilak Varma has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Mitchell Marsh or Tilak Varma in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Mitchell Marsh is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if Lucknow Super Giants 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, Mitchell Marsh or Tilak Varma?

Mitchell Marsh has more T20I runs: Mitchell Marsh has 2,313 in 88 matches (average 33.5) and Tilak Varma has 1,619 in 57 (average 45.0).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Mitchell Marsh or Tilak Varma?

Mitchell Marsh has more T20I wickets: Mitchell Marsh has 17 at an average of 22.8 and Tilak Varma has 5 at 12.8.

Who has more ODI runs, Mitchell Marsh or Tilak Varma?

Mitchell Marsh has more ODI runs: Mitchell Marsh has 3,395 in 105 matches (average 38.1) and Tilak Varma has 68 in 5 (average 22.7).
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