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Shai Hope vs Travis Head — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Shai Hope or Travis Head?

Shai Hope has the edge on the headline numbers: Shai Hope leads on T20I batting (1,743 runs, avg 30.1). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Shai Hope (West Indies) has 1,743 T20I runs at avg 30.1 in 70 matches. Travis Head (Sunrisers Hyderabad) has 1,335 T20I runs at avg 28.4 in 53 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Shai Hope
🏏 WI · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Travis Head
🌅 SRH · 9 cr
🏏
Shai Hope
🏏 West Indies
🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
94
Avg Pts
259
Best FP
177.2
Pts/Cr
965
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Travis Head
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
BAT🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
55
Avg Pts
172
Best FP
142.3
Pts/Cr
655
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Shai Hope
39 higher avg pts · 259 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Shai Hope
VS
🏏 Travis Head
T20I Career Overview
70Matches53
🏏 Batting
1743Runs1335
30.05Batting Avg28.40
—Strike Rate157.24
1Centuries0
12Half-Centuries6
89Sixes 🔴60
102*
Best Score
91
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets1
—Bowling Avg56.00
—Economy Rate9.33
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
1/16
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Shai Hope vs Travis Head — 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
StatisticShai HopeTravis Head
Matches1820
Avg fantasy points9455
Best fantasy score259172
Runs965655
Strike rate80.1120.0
Fours7685
Sixes2823
Half-centuries (50+)43
Centuries (100+)51
Highest score162112
Wickets01
Economy rate0.005.00
Best spell (wkts)01
Catches143
Total dismissals223
International career — T20I
StatisticShai HopeTravis Head
Matches7053
Runs17431335
Batting average30.0528.40
Strike rate—157.2
Centuries (100+)10
Half-centuries (50+)126
Wickets01
Bowling average—56.00
Economy rate—9.33

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shai Hope has played 70 T20Is and Travis Head 53. Shai Hope has 1,743 runs at 30.1, against 1,335 at 28.4 (157.2) for Travis Head, so Shai Hope has scored more. Hundreds: Shai Hope 1, Travis Head 0. Fifties: 12 and 6.

ODI. Shai Hope has played 158 ODIs and Travis Head 85. Shai Hope has 6,590 runs at 51.5, against 3,273 at 43.6 for Travis Head, so Shai Hope has scored more. Hundreds: Shai Hope 21, Travis Head 8. Fifties: 32 and 18. Travis Head also bowls: 28 wickets at an economy of 5.76, while Shai Hope has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Shai Hope has played 49 Tests and Travis Head 67. Shai Hope has 2,518 runs at 28.0 (strike rate 44.0), against 4,653 at 43.1 (69.7) for Travis Head, so Travis Head has scored more. Hundreds: Shai Hope 5, Travis Head 12. Fifties: 7 and 20. Travis Head also bowls: 16 wickets at an economy of 3.70, while Shai Hope has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 22 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Shai Hope
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Travis Head
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shai Hope
94 avg pts · 259 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Travis Head
Captaining Shai Hope gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Shai Hope vs Travis Head — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Shai Hope has scored 1,743 T20I runs in 70 matches at an average of 30.05, with 1 century.

T20I career: Travis Head has scored 1,335 T20I runs in 53 matches at an average of 28.40, with 6 half-centuries. He has also taken 1 T20I wickets at an average of 56.00 with an economy of 9.33.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shai Hope is the stronger pick with an average of 94 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 — Shai Hope or Travis Head?

Based on recent data, Shai Hope has the edge with a higher average of 94 fantasy points per game. Shai Hope leads in runs scored (965 runs). Overall Shai Hope is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Shai Hope vs Travis Head — who is a better fantasy captain?

Shai Hope is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 94 pts per game with a best score of 259 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 — Shai Hope or Travis Head?

Travis Head has the superior batting strike rate this season (120.0), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Shai Hope and Travis Head?

Shai Hope costs 9.5 Cr and Travis Head costs 9 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 Shai Hope and Travis Head won?

Shai Hope has won 1 Man of the Match award and Travis Head has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Shai Hope or Travis Head in my fantasy XI?

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

Who has more T20I runs, Shai Hope or Travis Head?

Shai Hope has more T20I runs: Shai Hope has 1,743 in 70 matches (average 30.1) and Travis Head has 1,335 in 53 (average 28.4).

Who has more ODI runs, Shai Hope or Travis Head?

Shai Hope has more ODI runs: Shai Hope has 6,590 in 158 matches (average 51.5) and Travis Head has 3,273 in 85 (average 43.6).

Who has more Test runs, Shai Hope or Travis Head?

Travis Head has more Test runs: Shai Hope has 2,518 in 49 matches (average 28.0) and Travis Head has 4,653 in 67 (average 43.1).
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