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Riyan Parag vs Rohit Sharma: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Riyan Parag or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has the edge on the headline numbers: Rohit Sharma leads on T20I batting (4,231 runs, avg 32.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Riyan Parag (Rajasthan Royals) has 106 T20I runs at avg 17.7 in 9 matches. Rohit Sharma (India) has 4,231 T20I runs at avg 32.0 in 159 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Riyan Parag
👑 RR · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
🏏
Riyan Parag
👑 Rajasthan Royals
AR
9 cr
Credits
47
Avg Pts
153
Best FP
73.2
Pts/Cr
309
Total Runs
2
Total Wkts
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Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
9.5 cr
Credits
70
Avg Pts
214
Best FP
162.6
Pts/Cr
830
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
🏏 Rohit Sharma
23 higher avg pts · 214 best fantasy score
🏏 Riyan Parag
VS
🏏 Rohit Sharma
T20I Career Overview
9Matches159
🏏 Batting
106Runs4231
17.67Batting Avg32.05
151.43Strike Rate140.89
0Centuries5
0Half-Centuries32
9Sixes 🔴205
34
Best Score
121*
🎳 Bowling
4Wickets1
20.75Bowling Avg113.00
6.73Economy Rate9.97
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/5
Best Figures
1/22
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Riyan Parag vs Rohit Sharma · 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
StatisticRiyan ParagRohit Sharma
Matches1420
Avg fantasy points4770
Best fantasy score153214
Runs309830
Strike rate157.7119.1
Fours2481
Sixes2145
Half-centuries (50+)24
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score90138
Wickets20
Economy rate9.500.00
Best spell (wkts)10
Catches410
Total dismissals411
International career · T20I
StatisticRiyan ParagRohit Sharma
Matches9159
Runs1064231
Batting average17.6732.05
Strike rate151.4140.9
Centuries (100+)05
Half-centuries (50+)032
Wickets41
Bowling average20.75113.00
Economy rate6.739.97

📋 Format by format

T20I. Riyan Parag has played 9 T20Is and Rohit Sharma 159. Riyan Parag has 106 runs at 17.7 (strike rate 151.4), against 4,231 at 32.0 (140.9) for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Riyan Parag 0, Rohit Sharma 5. Fifties: 0 and 32.

ODI. Riyan Parag has played 1 ODI and Rohit Sharma 291. Riyan Parag has 15 runs at 15.0 (strike rate 115.4), against 12,120 at 49.3 for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Riyan Parag 0, Rohit Sharma 35. Fifties: 0 and 63. With the ball, Riyan Parag has 3 wickets at an economy of 6.00 and Rohit Sharma 9 at 5.24; Rohit Sharma has more wickets.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Riyan Parag
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
🏏 Rohit Sharma
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rohit Sharma
70 avg pts · 214 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Riyan Parag
Captaining Rohit Sharma gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

Did you know: Rohit Sharma

  • His 264 against Sri Lanka at Eden Gardens in 2014 is the highest individual score in ODI cricket.
  • He has three ODI double centuries, more than anyone else.
  • He scored five centuries at the 2019 World Cup, the most by anyone at a single World Cup, and has seven World Cup hundreds in all.
  • He has hit more sixes than anyone in international cricket.
Full Rohit Sharma profile →

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Riyan Parag vs Rohit Sharma · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Riyan Parag has scored 106 T20I runs in 9 matches at an average of 17.67. He has also taken 4 T20I wickets at an average of 20.75 with an economy of 6.73.

T20I career: Rohit Sharma has scored 4,231 T20I runs in 159 matches at an average of 32.05, with 5 centuries. He has also taken 1 T20I wickets at an average of 113.00 with an economy of 9.97.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Rohit Sharma is the stronger pick with an average of 70 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, Riyan Parag or Rohit Sharma?

Based on recent data, Rohit Sharma has the edge with a higher average of 70 fantasy points per game. Rohit Sharma leads in runs scored (830 runs). Overall Rohit Sharma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Riyan Parag vs Rohit Sharma: who is a better fantasy captain?

Rohit Sharma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 70 pts per game with a best score of 214 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, Riyan Parag or Rohit Sharma?

Riyan Parag has the superior batting strike rate this season (157.7), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Riyan Parag and Rohit Sharma?

Riyan Parag costs 9 Cr and Rohit Sharma 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 Riyan Parag and Rohit Sharma won?

Riyan Parag has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Rohit Sharma has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Riyan Parag or Rohit Sharma in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Rohit Sharma is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if Rajasthan Royals 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, Riyan Parag or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more T20I runs: Riyan Parag has 106 in 9 matches (average 17.7) and Rohit Sharma has 4,231 in 159 (average 32.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Riyan Parag or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more ODI runs: Riyan Parag has 15 in 1 matches (average 15.0) and Rohit Sharma has 12,120 in 291 (average 49.3).
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