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Rohit Sharma vs Romesh Kaluwitharana: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Rohit Sharma or Romesh Kaluwitharana?

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.

Rohit Sharma (India) has 4,231 T20I runs at avg 32.0 in 159 matches. Romesh Kaluwitharana () has 3,711 ODI runs at avg 22.2 in 189 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Romesh Kaluwitharana
· 8 cr
🏏
Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
9.5 cr
Credits
75
Avg Pts
214
Best FP
158.1
Pts/Cr
885
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Romesh Kaluwitharana
🧤 WK
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rohit Sharma
75 higher avg pts · 214 best fantasy score
🏏 Rohit Sharma
VS
🏏 Romesh Kaluwitharana
T20I Career Overview
159Matches—
🏏 Batting
4231Runs—
32.05Batting Avg—
140.89Strike Rate—
5Centuries—
32Half-Centuries—
205Sixes 🔴—
121*
Best Score
—
🎳 Bowling
1Wickets—
113.00Bowling Avg—
9.97Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls—
1/22
Best Figures
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Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Rohit Sharma vs Romesh Kaluwitharana · 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
StatisticRohit SharmaRomesh Kaluwitharana
Matches200
Avg fantasy points750
Best fantasy score2140
Runs8850
Strike rate125.20.0
Fours850
Sixes490
Half-centuries (50+)50
Centuries (100+)20
Highest score1380
Catches90
Total dismissals100
International career · ODI
StatisticRohit SharmaRomesh Kaluwitharana
Matches291189
Runs121203711
Batting average49.2722.22
Strike rate—77.7
Centuries (100+)353
Half-centuries (50+)6323
Wickets90
Bowling average59.22—
Economy rate5.24—

📋 Format by format

ODI. Rohit Sharma has played 291 ODIs and Romesh Kaluwitharana 189. Rohit Sharma has 12,120 runs at 49.3, against 3,711 at 22.2 (77.7) for Romesh Kaluwitharana, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Rohit Sharma 35, Romesh Kaluwitharana 3. Fifties: 63 and 23. Rohit Sharma also bowls: 9 wickets at an economy of 5.24, while Romesh Kaluwitharana has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Rohit Sharma has played 67 Tests and Romesh Kaluwitharana 49. Rohit Sharma has 4,301 runs at 40.6 (strike rate 57.1), against 1,933 at 26.1 (60.4) for Romesh Kaluwitharana, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Rohit Sharma 12, Romesh Kaluwitharana 2. Fifties: 18 and 9.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Rohit Sharma
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Romesh Kaluwitharana
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rohit Sharma
75 avg pts · 214 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Romesh Kaluwitharana
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 →

🧠Quick quiz: Rohit Sharma and Romesh Kaluwitharana

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

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.

Romesh Kaluwitharana does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Rohit Sharma is the stronger pick with an average of 75 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, Rohit Sharma or Romesh Kaluwitharana?

Based on recent data, Rohit Sharma has the edge with a higher average of 75 fantasy points per game. Rohit Sharma leads in runs scored (885 runs). Overall Rohit Sharma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Rohit Sharma vs Romesh Kaluwitharana: who is a better fantasy captain?

Rohit Sharma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 75 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, Rohit Sharma or Romesh Kaluwitharana?

Rohit Sharma has the superior batting strike rate this season (125.2), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Rohit Sharma and Romesh Kaluwitharana?

Rohit Sharma costs 9.5 Cr and Romesh Kaluwitharana costs 8 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 Rohit Sharma and Romesh Kaluwitharana won?

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

Should I pick Rohit Sharma or Romesh Kaluwitharana 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 India are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for . Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more ODI runs, Rohit Sharma or Romesh Kaluwitharana?

Rohit Sharma has more ODI runs: Rohit Sharma has 12,120 in 291 matches (average 49.3) and Romesh Kaluwitharana has 3,711 in 189 (average 22.2).

Who has more Test runs, Rohit Sharma or Romesh Kaluwitharana?

Rohit Sharma has more Test runs: Rohit Sharma has 4,301 in 67 matches (average 40.6) and Romesh Kaluwitharana has 1,933 in 49 (average 26.1).
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