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Sachin Tendulkar vs Jacques Kallis Comparison: Who’s better Cricketer?

By Harsh Chopra
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A complete stats comparison of Sachin Tendulkar and Jacques Kallis across Test and ODI formats. Discover who ranks higher in runs, wickets, and match impact among these cricket legends.

Key Takeaways


  • Jacques Kallis: 13,289 Test runs, 293 Test wickets, 11,579 ODI runs, 273 ODI wickets.

  • Sachin Tendulkar: 15,921 Test runs, 46 Test wickets, 18,426 ODI runs, 154 ODI wickets.

  • Tendulkar leads in batting, with more runs and centuries in both formats.

  • Kallis dominates as a bowler, with over 500 international wickets.


Who is better – Jacques Kallis or Sachin Tendulkar?


While both were legends, Sachin Tendulkar stands ahead in terms of batting excellence, with over 34,000 international runs and 100 centuries. However, Jacques Kallis edges it in all-round capability, contributing nearly 600 wickets, making him the more complete cricketer overall.


Sachin Tendulkar vs Jacques Kallis – The Ultimate Stats Comparison


Two all-time greats. One final comparison. Jacques Kallis and Sachin Tendulkar defined excellence in modern cricket. Let’s break down their numbers and legacy.



Jacques Kallis


One of the most complete cricketers ever, Kallis could bat at No. 3, bowl long spells, and win games single-handedly.


Test Cricket


  • Matches: 166

  • Runs: 13,289

  • Average: 55.37

  • Hundreds: 45

  • Highest Score: 224

  • Wickets: 293

ODI Cricket


  • Matches: 328

  • Runs: 11,579

  • Average: 44.36

  • Hundreds: 17

  • Wickets: 273

Here you can check about the Best Kallis performances in Test and Best Kallis Performances in ODI



Sachin Tendulkar


A global icon and batting genius, Sachin inspired generations and remains the highest run-scorer in cricket history.


Test Cricket


  • Matches: 200

  • Runs: 15,921

  • Average: 53.78

  • Hundreds: 51

  • Highest Score: 248*

  • Wickets: 46

ODI Cricket


  • Matches: 463

  • Runs: 18,426

  • Average: 44.83

  • Hundreds: 49

  • Wickets: 154


Don’t forget to check the Best ODI Innings of Sachin Tendulkar and Best Test Innings of Sachin Tendulkar



Statistical Verdict


Bowling:


Kallis is far superior—566 wickets vs Tendulkar’s 200. A genuine all-rounder.



Batting (Tests):


Tendulkar scored 2,600 more runs and 6 more hundreds, but Kallis had a slightly higher average.



Batting (ODIs):


Tendulkar dominates—6,847 more runs and 32 more centuries than Kallis.


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