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Mohammed Shami vs Kuldeep Yadav — IPL 2026
Full season · batting · bowling · fielding · MOTM · form
Mohammed Shami vs Kuldeep Yadav is one of the most searched IPL 2026 fantasy comparisons. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.
Mohammed Shami is a specialist bowler for Lucknow Super Giants, priced at 9 Cr this season. Over 11 matches he has scored a total of 381 fantasy points, averaging 35 pts per game with a best of 91 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 31 runs at a strike rate of 140.9, and has claimed 9 wickets with an economy of 8.67. He has won Man of the Match 1 time this season.
Kuldeep Yadav is a specialist bowler for Delhi Capitals, priced at 8.5 Cr. Across 11 matches he has earned 174 fantasy points, averaging 16 pts per game with a best of 54 pts. He has scored 9 runs at a strike rate of 42.9, picking up 7 wickets at an economy of 10.67.
Batting edge: Mohammed Shami leads with the bat this season, making them the better pick if the pitch is expected to be batting-friendly or if the match is being played on a flat track.
Bowling edge: Mohammed Shami has been the more impactful bowler IPL 2026, and becomes especially valuable in conditions that offer pace or spin movement.
Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Mohammed Shami is the stronger pick right now with an average of 35 pts per game and a best score of 91 pts. The value-for-money metric (points per credit) further reinforces this — always check this number before finalising your captain or vice-captain choice.
Captaincy Recommendation: Based on IPL 2026 season form, Mohammed Shami is the safer captaincy option. However, if the opposition's bowling or batting lineup suits the other player, consider rotating your captain pick. Always check the playing XI, pitch report, and toss result before locking in your captain.
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