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Shreyas Iyer vs Sikandar Raza: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Shreyas Iyer or Sikandar Raza?

Shreyas Iyer has the edge on the headline numbers: Shreyas Iyer leads on T20I batting (1,615 runs, avg 33.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Shreyas Iyer (India) has 1,615 T20I runs at avg 33.0 in 68 matches. Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe) has 2,740 T20I runs at avg 25.6 in 123 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 ZIM · 8.5 cr
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
48
Avg Pts
200
Best FP
250.2
Pts/Cr
582
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
63
Avg Pts
169
Best FP
146.7
Pts/Cr
452
Total Runs
14
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Sikandar Raza
15 higher avg pts · 169 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
VS
🏏 Sikandar Raza
T20I Career Overview
68Matches123
🏏 Batting
1615Runs2740
32.96Batting Avg25.61
—Strike Rate136.32
1Centuries1
10Half-Centuries15
51Sixes 🔴136
102*
Best Score
133*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets103
—Bowling Avg24.06
6.00Economy Rate7.08
05-Wkt Hauls1
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Best Figures
5/18
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Shreyas Iyer vs Sikandar Raza — 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
StatisticShreyas IyerSikandar Raza
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points4863
Best fantasy score200169
Runs582452
Strike rate132.697.4
Fours5137
Sixes1612
Half-centuries (50+)22
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10281
Wickets014
Economy rate0.006.37
Best spell (wkts)02
Catches510
Total dismissals712
International career — T20I
StatisticShreyas IyerSikandar Raza
Matches68123
Runs16152740
Batting average32.9625.61
Strike rate—136.3
Centuries (100+)11
Half-centuries (50+)1015
Wickets0103
Bowling average—24.06
Economy rate6.007.08
Five-wicket hauls01

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shreyas Iyer has played 68 T20Is and Sikandar Raza 123. Shreyas Iyer has 1,615 runs at 33.0, against 2,740 at 25.6 (136.3) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Shreyas Iyer 1, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 10 and 15. Sikandar Raza also bowls: 103 wickets at an economy of 7.08, while Shreyas Iyer has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Shreyas Iyer has played 82 ODIs and Sikandar Raza 128. Shreyas Iyer has 3,136 runs at 45.5, against 3,707 at 36.7 (87.8) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Shreyas Iyer 5, Sikandar Raza 6. Fifties: 24 and 20. Sikandar Raza also bowls: 76 wickets at an economy of 4.96, while Shreyas Iyer has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Shreyas Iyer has played 14 Tests and Sikandar Raza 18. Shreyas Iyer has 811 runs at 36.9 (strike rate 63.0), against 1,120 at 31.1 (54.6) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Shreyas Iyer 1, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 5 and 8. Sikandar Raza also bowls: 34 wickets at an economy of 3.30, while Shreyas Iyer has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 1 September 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
🏏 Sikandar Raza
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Sikandar Raza
63 avg pts · 169 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Shreyas Iyer
Captaining Sikandar Raza gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Shreyas Iyer vs Sikandar Raza — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Shreyas Iyer has scored 1,615 T20I runs in 68 matches at an average of 32.96, with 1 century.

T20I career: Sikandar Raza has scored 2,740 T20I runs in 123 matches at an average of 25.61, with 1 century. He has also taken 103 T20I wickets at an average of 24.06 with an economy of 7.08.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Sikandar Raza is the stronger pick with an average of 63 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 — Shreyas Iyer or Sikandar Raza?

Based on recent data, Sikandar Raza has the edge with a higher average of 63 fantasy points per game. Shreyas Iyer leads in runs scored (582 runs). Overall Sikandar Raza is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Shreyas Iyer vs Sikandar Raza — who is a better fantasy captain?

Sikandar Raza is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 63 pts per game with a best score of 200 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 — Shreyas Iyer or Sikandar Raza?

Shreyas Iyer has the superior batting strike rate this season (132.6), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Shreyas Iyer and Sikandar Raza?

Shreyas Iyer costs 9 Cr and Sikandar Raza costs 8.5 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 Shreyas Iyer and Sikandar Raza won?

Shreyas Iyer has won 1 Man of the Match award and Sikandar Raza has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Shreyas Iyer or Sikandar Raza in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Sikandar Raza 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 Zimbabwe. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Shreyas Iyer or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more T20I runs: Shreyas Iyer has 1,615 in 68 matches (average 33.0) and Sikandar Raza has 2,740 in 123 (average 25.6).

Who has more ODI runs, Shreyas Iyer or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more ODI runs: Shreyas Iyer has 3,136 in 82 matches (average 45.5) and Sikandar Raza has 3,707 in 128 (average 36.7).

Who has more Test runs, Shreyas Iyer or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more Test runs: Shreyas Iyer has 811 in 14 matches (average 36.9) and Sikandar Raza has 1,120 in 18 (average 31.1).
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