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Shimron Hetmyer vs Tilak Varma: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison
Tilak Varma has the edge on the headline numbers: Tilak Varma leads on T20I batting (1,619 runs, avg 45.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.
Shimron Hetmyer (Rajasthan Royals) has 1,678 T20I runs at avg 24.7 in 85 matches. Tilak Varma (India) has 1,619 T20I runs at avg 45.0 in 57 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.
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Shimron Hetmyer vs Tilak Varma · 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).
| Statistic | Shimron Hetmyer | Tilak Varma |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 18 | 20 |
| Avg fantasy points | 37 | 48 |
| Best fantasy score | 98 | 141 |
| Runs | 339 | 448 |
| Strike rate | 132.4 | 163.5 |
| Fours | 27 | 31 |
| Sixes | 18 | 23 |
| Half-centuries (50+) | 1 | 4 |
| Highest score | 69 | 60 |
| Wickets | 0 | 1 |
| Economy rate | 0.00 | 9.00 |
| Best spell (wkts) | 0 | 1 |
| Catches | 10 | 14 |
| Total dismissals | 11 | 15 |
| Statistic | Shimron Hetmyer | Tilak Varma |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 85 | 57 |
| Runs | 1678 | 1619 |
| Batting average | 24.68 | 44.97 |
| Strike rate | — | 145.7 |
| Centuries (100+) | 0 | 2 |
| Half-centuries (50+) | 9 | 9 |
| Wickets | 0 | 5 |
| Bowling average | — | 12.80 |
| Economy rate | — | 6.10 |
📋 Format by format
T20I. Shimron Hetmyer has played 85 T20Is and Tilak Varma 57. Shimron Hetmyer has 1,678 runs at 24.7, against 1,619 at 45.0 (145.7) for Tilak Varma, so Shimron Hetmyer has scored more. Hundreds: Shimron Hetmyer 0, Tilak Varma 2. Fifties: 9 and 9. Tilak Varma also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.10, while Shimron Hetmyer has not taken a T20I wicket.
ODI. Shimron Hetmyer has played 59 ODIs and Tilak Varma 5. Shimron Hetmyer has 1,638 runs at 32.8, against 68 at 22.7 (57.1) for Tilak Varma, so Shimron Hetmyer has scored more. Hundreds: Shimron Hetmyer 5, Tilak Varma 0. Fifties: 5 and 1.
International numbers up to 26 July 2026.
Did you know: Tilak Varma
- His maiden T20I century was 107 not out off 56 balls against South Africa in November 2024.
- He followed it with an unbeaten 120 off 47 balls in the very next match.
- His 69 in the 2025 Asia Cup final against Pakistan won him the player of the match award.
- He was part of the India side that won the men's cricket gold at the 2026 Asian Games.
🧠Quick quiz: Shimron Hetmyer and Tilak Varma
2 questions, answers explained. No sign-up needed.
- 1. What did Tilak score in his first T20I hundred, against South Africa in 2024?
- 2. How many balls did Tilak face for his 120 not out?
Shimron Hetmyer vs Tilak Varma · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.
T20I career: Shimron Hetmyer has scored 1,678 T20I runs in 85 matches at an average of 24.68, with 9 half-centuries.
T20I career: Tilak Varma has scored 1,619 T20I runs in 57 matches at an average of 44.97, with 2 centuries. He has also taken 5 T20I wickets at an average of 12.80 with an economy of 6.10.
Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Tilak Varma is the stronger pick with an average of 48 pts per game in recent fantasy cricket. Always check the playing XI and toss before locking in your captain.
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