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Mitchell Santner vs Tilak Varma — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Mitchell Santner 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 Santner (Edinburgh Castle Rockers) has 1,108 T20I runs at avg 20.5 in 138 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 Santner
🏰 ECR · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 IND · 8 cr
🏏
Mitchell Santner
🏰 Edinburgh Castle Rockers
AR🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
65
Avg Pts
207
Best FP
127.1
Pts/Cr
298
Total Runs
18
Total Wkts
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Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
8 cr
Credits
45
Avg Pts
141
Best FP
167.3
Pts/Cr
388
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Mitchell Santner
20 higher avg pts · 207 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM
🏏 Mitchell Santner
VS
🏏 Tilak Varma
T20I Career Overview
138Matches57
🏏 Batting
1108Runs1619
20.52Batting Avg44.97
133.17Strike Rate145.72
0Centuries2
2Half-Centuries9
42Sixes 🔴82
77*
Best Score
120*
🎳 Bowling
142Wickets5
23.33Bowling Avg12.80
7.17Economy Rate6.10
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/11
Best Figures
1/1
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Mitchell Santner 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 SantnerTilak Varma
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points6545
Best fantasy score207141
Runs298388
Strike rate151.3147.5
Fours2527
Sixes1218
Half-centuries (50+)14
Highest score5260
Wickets181
Economy rate6.709.00
Best spell (wkts)51
Catches815
Total dismissals918
International career — T20I
StatisticMitchell SantnerTilak Varma
Matches13857
Runs11081619
Batting average20.5244.97
Strike rate133.2145.7
Centuries (100+)02
Half-centuries (50+)29
Wickets1425
Bowling average23.3312.80
Economy rate7.176.10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Mitchell Santner has played 138 T20Is and Tilak Varma 57. Mitchell Santner has 1,108 runs at 20.5 (strike rate 133.2), against 1,619 at 45.0 (145.7) for Tilak Varma, so Tilak Varma has scored more. Hundreds: Mitchell Santner 0, Tilak Varma 2. Fifties: 2 and 9. With the ball, Mitchell Santner has 142 wickets at an economy of 7.17 and Tilak Varma 5 at 6.10; Mitchell Santner has more wickets while Tilak Varma is more economical.

ODI. Mitchell Santner has played 129 ODIs and Tilak Varma 5. Mitchell Santner has 1,648 runs at 27.0 (strike rate 92.4), against 68 at 22.7 (57.1) for Tilak Varma, so Mitchell Santner has scored more. Mitchell Santner also bowls: 139 wickets, while Tilak Varma has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 26 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Mitchell Santner
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Tilak Varma
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Mitchell Santner
65 avg pts · 207 best · 2 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Tilak Varma
Captaining Mitchell Santner gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Mitchell Santner has scored 1,108 T20I runs in 138 matches at an average of 20.52, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 142 T20I wickets at an average of 23.33 with an economy of 7.17.

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 Santner is the stronger pick with an average of 65 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 Santner or Tilak Varma?

Based on recent data, Mitchell Santner has the edge with a higher average of 65 fantasy points per game. Tilak Varma leads in runs scored (388 runs). Overall Mitchell Santner is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Mitchell Santner vs Tilak Varma — who is a better fantasy captain?

Mitchell Santner is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 65 pts per game with a best score of 207 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 Santner or Tilak Varma?

Mitchell Santner has the superior batting strike rate this season (151.3), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

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

Mitchell Santner 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 Mitchell Santner and Tilak Varma won?

Mitchell Santner has won 2 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 Mitchell Santner or Tilak Varma in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Mitchell Santner is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Edinburgh Castle Rockers 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 Santner or Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has more T20I runs: Mitchell Santner has 1,108 in 138 matches (average 20.5) and Tilak Varma has 1,619 in 57 (average 45.0).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Tilak Varma scores faster in T20Is: Mitchell Santner strikes at 133.2 and Tilak Varma at 145.7.

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

Mitchell Santner has more T20I wickets: Mitchell Santner has 142 at an average of 23.3 and Tilak Varma has 5 at 12.8.

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

Mitchell Santner has more ODI runs: Mitchell Santner has 1,648 in 129 matches (average 27.0) and Tilak Varma has 68 in 5 (average 22.7).
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