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Shreyas Iyer vs Travis Head — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Shreyas Iyer or Travis Head?

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. 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
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Travis Head
🌅 SRH · 9 cr
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
53
Avg Pts
200
Best FP
243.7
Pts/Cr
627
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.
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched — pick based on ground & match-up!
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
VS
🏏 Travis Head
T20I Career Overview
68Matches53
🏏 Batting
1615Runs1335
32.96Batting Avg28.40
—Strike Rate157.24
1Centuries0
10Half-Centuries6
51Sixes 🔴60
102*
Best Score
91
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets1
—Bowling Avg56.00
6.00Economy Rate9.33
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
1/16
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Shreyas Iyer 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
StatisticShreyas IyerTravis Head
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5355
Best fantasy score200172
Runs627655
Strike rate133.4120.0
Fours5185
Sixes2123
Half-centuries (50+)33
Centuries (100+)11
Highest score102112
Wickets01
Economy rate0.005.00
Best spell (wkts)01
Catches63
Total dismissals83
International career — T20I
StatisticShreyas IyerTravis Head
Matches6853
Runs16151335
Batting average32.9628.40
Strike rate—157.2
Centuries (100+)10
Half-centuries (50+)106
Wickets01
Bowling average—56.00
Economy rate6.009.33

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shreyas Iyer has played 68 T20Is and Travis Head 53. Shreyas Iyer has 1,615 runs at 33.0, against 1,335 at 28.4 (157.2) for Travis Head, so Shreyas Iyer has scored more. Hundreds: Shreyas Iyer 1, Travis Head 0. Fifties: 10 and 6.

ODI. Shreyas Iyer has played 82 ODIs and Travis Head 85. Shreyas Iyer has 3,136 runs at 45.5, against 3,273 at 43.6 for Travis Head, so Travis Head has scored more. Hundreds: Shreyas Iyer 5, Travis Head 8. Fifties: 24 and 18. Travis Head also bowls: 28 wickets at an economy of 5.76, while Shreyas Iyer has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Shreyas Iyer has played 14 Tests and Travis Head 67. Shreyas Iyer has 811 runs at 36.9 (strike rate 63.0), against 4,653 at 43.1 (69.7) for Travis Head, so Travis Head has scored more. Hundreds: Shreyas Iyer 1, Travis Head 12. Fifties: 5 and 20. Travis Head also bowls: 16 wickets at an economy of 3.70, while Shreyas Iyer has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 22 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
✓ Higher strike rate
🏏 Travis Head
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
Both players are closely matched — consider pitch conditions and recent form before choosing captain.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Shreyas Iyer vs Travis Head — 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: 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, Travis Head is the stronger pick with an average of 55 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 Travis Head?

Based on recent data, Travis Head has the edge with a higher average of 55 fantasy points per game. Travis Head leads in runs scored (655 runs). Overall Travis Head is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Shreyas Iyer vs Travis Head — who is a better fantasy captain?

Travis Head is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 55 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 Travis Head?

Shreyas Iyer has the superior batting strike rate this season (133.4), 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 Travis Head?

Shreyas Iyer costs 9 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 Shreyas Iyer and Travis Head won?

Shreyas Iyer 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 Shreyas Iyer or Travis Head in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Travis Head 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 Sunrisers Hyderabad. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Shreyas Iyer or Travis Head?

Shreyas Iyer has more T20I runs: Shreyas Iyer has 1,615 in 68 matches (average 33.0) and Travis Head has 1,335 in 53 (average 28.4).

Who has more ODI runs, Shreyas Iyer or Travis Head?

Travis Head has more ODI runs: Shreyas Iyer has 3,136 in 82 matches (average 45.5) and Travis Head has 3,273 in 85 (average 43.6).

Who has more Test runs, Shreyas Iyer or Travis Head?

Travis Head has more Test runs: Shreyas Iyer has 811 in 14 matches (average 36.9) and Travis Head has 4,653 in 67 (average 43.1).
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