Pat Cummins vs Jasprit Bumrah — IPL 2026

Pat Cummins vs Jasprit Bumrah 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.

Pat Cummins is a specialist bowler for Sunrisers Hyderabad, priced at 10.5 Cr this season. Over 4 matches he has scored a total of 177 fantasy points, averaging 44 pts per game with a best of 99 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 10 runs at a strike rate of 125, and has claimed 4 wickets with an economy of 9.19. He has won Man of the Match 1 time this season.

Jasprit Bumrah is a specialist bowler for Mumbai Indians, priced at 10 Cr. Across 11 matches he has earned 148 fantasy points, averaging 13 pts per game with a best of 39 pts. He has scored 5 runs at a strike rate of 250, picking up 3 wickets at an economy of 8.51.

Batting edge: Pat Cummins 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: Pat Cummins 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, Pat Cummins is the stronger pick right now with an average of 44 pts per game and a best score of 99 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, Pat Cummins 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.

Stats are updated after every IPL 2026 match. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool or check the Fantasy Leaderboard to see how top managers are building their teams.