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Shafali Verma vs Smriti Mandhana — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Shafali Verma or Smriti Mandhana?

Smriti Mandhana has the edge on the headline numbers: Smriti Mandhana leads on T20I batting (4,867 runs, avg 31.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Shafali Verma (India Women) has 3,174 T20I runs at avg 28.9 in 124 matches. Smriti Mandhana (India Women) has 4,867 T20I runs at avg 31.0 in 179 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Shafali Verma
🇮🇳 INDW · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Smriti Mandhana
🇮🇳 INDW · 10 cr
🏏
Shafali Verma
🇮🇳 India Women
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
88
Avg Pts
204
Best FP
144.7
Pts/Cr
483
Total Runs
7
Total Wkts
🏏
Smriti Mandhana
🇮🇳 India Women
BAT🏅 2× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
73
Avg Pts
229
Best FP
145.3
Pts/Cr
843
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Shafali Verma
15 higher avg pts · 204 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Shafali Verma
VS
🏏 Smriti Mandhana
T20I Career Overview
124Matches179
🏏 Batting
3174Runs4867
28.85Batting Avg31.00
137.82Strike Rate—
0Centuries2
20Half-Centuries37
101Sixes 🔴87
88
Best Score
124
🎳 Bowling
16Wickets0
22.69Bowling Avg—
6.56Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/15
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Shafali Verma vs Smriti Mandhana — 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
StatisticShafali VermaSmriti Mandhana
Matches1420
Avg fantasy points8873
Best fantasy score204229
Runs483843
Strike rate142.9118.1
Fours67103
Sixes1624
Half-centuries (50+)54
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score68153
Wickets70
Economy rate5.850.00
Best spell (wkts)30
Catches911
Total dismissals912
International career — T20I
StatisticShafali VermaSmriti Mandhana
Matches124179
Runs31744867
Batting average28.8531.00
Strike rate137.8—
Centuries (100+)02
Half-centuries (50+)2037
Wickets160
Bowling average22.69—
Economy rate6.56—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shafali Verma has played 124 T20Is and Smriti Mandhana 179. Shafali Verma has 3,174 runs at 28.9 (strike rate 137.8), against 4,867 at 31.0 for Smriti Mandhana, so Smriti Mandhana has scored more. Hundreds: Shafali Verma 0, Smriti Mandhana 2. Fifties: 20 and 37. Shafali Verma also bowls: 16 wickets at an economy of 6.56, while Smriti Mandhana has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Shafali Verma has played 62 ODIs and Smriti Mandhana 120. Shafali Verma has 880 runs at 20.0 (strike rate 80.8), against 5,411 at 47.9 for Smriti Mandhana, so Smriti Mandhana has scored more. Hundreds: Shafali Verma 0, Smriti Mandhana 14. Fifties: 5 and 35.

Test. Shafali Verma has played 7 Tests and Smriti Mandhana 9. Shafali Verma has 640 runs at 49.2 (strike rate 73.1), against 788 at 52.5 (64.1) for Smriti Mandhana, so Smriti Mandhana has scored more. Hundreds: Shafali Verma 1, Smriti Mandhana 2. Fifties: 3 and 5.

International numbers up to 30 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Shafali Verma
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Smriti Mandhana
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shafali Verma
88 avg pts · 204 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Smriti Mandhana
Captaining Shafali Verma gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Shafali Verma vs Smriti Mandhana — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Shafali Verma has scored 3,174 T20I runs in 124 matches at an average of 28.85, with 20 half-centuries. She has also taken 16 T20I wickets at an average of 22.69 with an economy of 6.56.

T20I career: Smriti Mandhana has scored 4,867 T20I runs in 179 matches at an average of 31.00, with 2 centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shafali Verma is the stronger pick with an average of 88 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 — Shafali Verma or Smriti Mandhana?

Based on recent data, Shafali Verma has the edge with a higher average of 88 fantasy points per game. Smriti Mandhana leads in runs scored (843 runs). Overall Shafali Verma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Shafali Verma vs Smriti Mandhana — who is a better fantasy captain?

Shafali Verma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 88 pts per game with a best score of 229 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 — Shafali Verma or Smriti Mandhana?

Shafali Verma has the superior batting strike rate this season (142.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana?

Shafali Verma costs 8.5 Cr and Smriti Mandhana costs 10 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 Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana won?

Shafali Verma has won 3 Man of the Match awards and Smriti Mandhana has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Shafali Verma or Smriti Mandhana in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shafali Verma is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if India Women are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for India Women. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Shafali Verma or Smriti Mandhana?

Smriti Mandhana has more T20I runs: Shafali Verma has 3,174 in 124 matches (average 28.9) and Smriti Mandhana has 4,867 in 179 (average 31.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Shafali Verma or Smriti Mandhana?

Smriti Mandhana has more ODI runs: Shafali Verma has 880 in 62 matches (average 20.0) and Smriti Mandhana has 5,411 in 120 (average 47.9).

Who has more Test runs, Shafali Verma or Smriti Mandhana?

Smriti Mandhana has more Test runs: Shafali Verma has 640 in 7 matches (average 49.2) and Smriti Mandhana has 788 in 9 (average 52.5).
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