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MS Dhoni vs Shai Hope — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — MS Dhoni or Shai Hope?

MS Dhoni has the edge on the headline numbers: MS Dhoni leads on T20I batting (1,617 runs, avg 37.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

MS Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings) has 1,617 T20I runs at avg 37.6 in 98 matches. Shai Hope (West Indies) has 1,743 T20I runs at avg 30.1 in 70 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
MS Dhoni
🦁 CSK · 10 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shai Hope
🏏 WI · 9.5 cr
🏏
MS Dhoni
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
🧤 WK
10 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Shai Hope
🏏 West Indies
🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
94
Avg Pts
259
Best FP
177.2
Pts/Cr
965
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
🏏 Shai Hope
94 higher avg pts · 259 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 MS Dhoni
VS
🏏 Shai Hope
T20I Career Overview
98Matches70
🏏 Batting
1617Runs1743
37.60Batting Avg30.05
126.13Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries12
52Sixes 🔴89
56
Best Score
102*
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

MS Dhoni vs Shai Hope — 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
StatisticMS DhoniShai Hope
Matches018
Avg fantasy points094
Best fantasy score0259
Runs0965
Strike rate0.080.1
Fours076
Sixes028
Half-centuries (50+)04
Centuries (100+)05
Highest score0162
Catches014
Total dismissals022
International career — T20I
StatisticMS DhoniShai Hope
Matches9870
Runs16171743
Batting average37.6030.05
Strike rate126.1—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)212

📋 Format by format

T20I. MS Dhoni has played 98 T20Is and Shai Hope 70. MS Dhoni has 1,617 runs at 37.6 (strike rate 126.1), against 1,743 at 30.1 for Shai Hope, so Shai Hope has scored more. Hundreds: MS Dhoni 0, Shai Hope 1. Fifties: 2 and 12.

ODI. MS Dhoni has played 350 ODIs and Shai Hope 158. MS Dhoni has 10,773 runs at 50.6 (strike rate 87.6), against 6,590 at 51.5 for Shai Hope, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: MS Dhoni 10, Shai Hope 21. Fifties: 73 and 32.

Test. MS Dhoni has played 90 Tests and Shai Hope 49. MS Dhoni has 4,876 runs at 38.1 (strike rate 59.1), against 2,518 at 28.0 (44.0) for Shai Hope, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: MS Dhoni 6, Shai Hope 5. Fifties: 33 and 7.

International numbers up to 2 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 MS Dhoni
Evenly matched
🏏 Shai Hope
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shai Hope
94 avg pts · 259 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 MS Dhoni
Captaining Shai Hope gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

MS Dhoni vs Shai Hope — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: MS Dhoni has scored 1,617 T20I runs in 98 matches at an average of 37.60, with 2 half-centuries.

T20I career: Shai Hope has scored 1,743 T20I runs in 70 matches at an average of 30.05, with 1 century.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shai Hope is the stronger pick with an average of 94 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 — MS Dhoni or Shai Hope?

Based on recent data, Shai Hope has the edge with a higher average of 94 fantasy points per game. Shai Hope leads in runs scored (965 runs). Overall Shai Hope is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

MS Dhoni vs Shai Hope — who is a better fantasy captain?

Shai Hope is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 94 pts per game with a best score of 259 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 — MS Dhoni or Shai Hope?

Shai Hope has the superior batting strike rate this season (80.1), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between MS Dhoni and Shai Hope?

MS Dhoni costs 10 Cr and Shai Hope 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 MS Dhoni and Shai Hope won?

MS Dhoni has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Shai Hope has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick MS Dhoni or Shai Hope in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shai Hope is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Chennai Super Kings are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for West Indies. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, MS Dhoni or Shai Hope?

Shai Hope has more T20I runs: MS Dhoni has 1,617 in 98 matches (average 37.6) and Shai Hope has 1,743 in 70 (average 30.1).

Who has more ODI runs, MS Dhoni or Shai Hope?

MS Dhoni has more ODI runs: MS Dhoni has 10,773 in 350 matches (average 50.6) and Shai Hope has 6,590 in 158 (average 51.5).

Who has more Test runs, MS Dhoni or Shai Hope?

MS Dhoni has more Test runs: MS Dhoni has 4,876 in 90 matches (average 38.1) and Shai Hope has 2,518 in 49 (average 28.0).
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