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Nicholas Pooran vs Shivam Dube — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Nicholas Pooran or Shivam Dube?

Shivam Dube has the edge on the headline numbers: Shivam Dube leads on T20I batting (4,213 runs, avg 34.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Nicholas Pooran (Lucknow Super Giants) has 2,275 T20I runs at avg 26.1 in 106 matches. Shivam Dube (India) has 4,213 T20I runs at avg 34.0 in 138 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Nicholas Pooran
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shivam Dube
🇮🇳 IND · 8.5 cr
🏏
Nicholas Pooran
🦅 Lucknow Super Giants
🧤 WK🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
49
Avg Pts
157
Best FP
104.4
Pts/Cr
433
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Shivam Dube
🇮🇳 India
AR
8.5 cr
Credits
36
Avg Pts
113
Best FP
124.5
Pts/Cr
202
Total Runs
11
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Nicholas Pooran
13 higher avg pts · 157 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Nicholas Pooran
VS
🏏 Shivam Dube
T20I Career Overview
106Matches138
🏏 Batting
2275Runs4213
26.15Batting Avg33.98
—Strike Rate159.83
0Centuries4
13Half-Centuries28
141Sixes 🔴236
98
Best Score
117
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets37
—Bowling Avg24.86
—Economy Rate9.68
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
3/4
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Nicholas Pooran vs Shivam Dube — 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
StatisticNicholas PooranShivam Dube
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points4936
Best fantasy score157113
Runs433202
Strike rate151.9134.7
Fours2714
Sixes3410
Half-centuries (50+)30
Highest score6342
Wickets011
Economy rate0.008.64
Best spell (wkts)02
Catches143
Total dismissals194
International career — T20I
StatisticNicholas PooranShivam Dube
Matches106138
Runs22754213
Batting average26.1533.98
Strike rate—159.8
Centuries (100+)04
Half-centuries (50+)1328
Wickets037
Bowling average—24.86
Economy rate—9.68

📋 Format by format

T20I. Nicholas Pooran has played 106 T20Is and Shivam Dube 138. Nicholas Pooran has 2,275 runs at 26.1, against 4,213 at 34.0 (159.8) for Shivam Dube, so Shivam Dube has scored more. Hundreds: Nicholas Pooran 0, Shivam Dube 4. Fifties: 13 and 28. Shivam Dube also bowls: 37 wickets at an economy of 9.68, while Nicholas Pooran has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Nicholas Pooran has played 57 ODIs and Shivam Dube 43. Nicholas Pooran has 1,829 runs at 38.9 (strike rate 97.9), against 816 at 23.3 (104.0) for Shivam Dube, so Nicholas Pooran has scored more. Hundreds: Nicholas Pooran 3, Shivam Dube 0. Fifties: 9 and 4. With the ball, Nicholas Pooran has 6 wickets at an economy of 6.18 and Shivam Dube 3 at 5.72; Nicholas Pooran has more wickets while Shivam Dube is more economical.

International numbers up to 25 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Nicholas Pooran
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Shivam Dube
✓ More wickets
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Nicholas Pooran
49 avg pts · 157 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Shivam Dube
Captaining Nicholas Pooran gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Nicholas Pooran vs Shivam Dube — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Nicholas Pooran has scored 2,275 T20I runs in 106 matches at an average of 26.15, with 13 half-centuries.

T20I career: Shivam Dube has scored 4,213 T20I runs in 138 matches at an average of 33.98, with 4 centuries. He has also taken 37 T20I wickets at an average of 24.86 with an economy of 9.68.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Nicholas Pooran 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 — Nicholas Pooran or Shivam Dube?

Based on recent data, Nicholas Pooran has the edge with a higher average of 49 fantasy points per game. Nicholas Pooran leads in runs scored (433 runs). Overall Nicholas Pooran is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Nicholas Pooran vs Shivam Dube — who is a better fantasy captain?

Nicholas Pooran is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 49 pts per game with a best score of 157 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 — Nicholas Pooran or Shivam Dube?

Nicholas Pooran has the superior batting strike rate this season (151.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Nicholas Pooran and Shivam Dube?

Nicholas Pooran costs 9.5 Cr and Shivam Dube costs 8.5 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 Nicholas Pooran and Shivam Dube won?

Nicholas Pooran has won 1 Man of the Match award and Shivam Dube has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Nicholas Pooran or Shivam Dube in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Nicholas Pooran 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, Nicholas Pooran or Shivam Dube?

Shivam Dube has more T20I runs: Nicholas Pooran has 2,275 in 106 matches (average 26.1) and Shivam Dube has 4,213 in 138 (average 34.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Nicholas Pooran or Shivam Dube?

Nicholas Pooran has more ODI runs: Nicholas Pooran has 1,829 in 57 matches (average 38.9) and Shivam Dube has 816 in 43 (average 23.3).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Shivam Dube scores faster in ODIs: Nicholas Pooran strikes at 97.9 and Shivam Dube at 104.0.
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