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Asitha Fernando vs Cooper Connolly: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Asitha Fernando or Cooper Connolly?

Asitha Fernando has the edge on the headline numbers: Asitha Fernando leads on T20I bowling (4 wickets). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Asitha Fernando (Sri Lanka) has 11 T20I runs in 7 matches. Cooper Connolly (Punjab Kings) has 91 T20I runs at avg 10.1 in 14 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Asitha Fernando
🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Cooper Connolly
🦁 PBKS · 8.5 cr
🏏
Asitha Fernando
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
55
Avg Pts
179
Best FP
161.3
Pts/Cr
23
Total Runs
33
Total Wkts
🏏
Cooper Connolly
🦁 Punjab Kings
BAT🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
61
Avg Pts
195
Best FP
165.6
Pts/Cr
636
Total Runs
4
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series: comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Cooper Connolly
6 higher avg pts · 195 best fantasy score
🏏 Asitha Fernando
VS
🏏 Cooper Connolly
T20I Career Overview
7Matches14
🏏 Batting
11Runs91
—Batting Avg10.11
—Strike Rate122.97
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries0
0Sixes 🔴5
10*
Best Score
47
🎳 Bowling
4Wickets3
0.00Bowling Avg77.00
—Economy Rate9.24
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/11
Best Figures
1/24
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Asitha Fernando vs Cooper Connolly · 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
StatisticAsitha FernandoCooper Connolly
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5561
Best fantasy score179195
Runs23636
Strike rate33.3112.0
Fours354
Sixes034
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score7107
Wickets334
Economy rate5.834.88
Best spell (wkts)62
Catches56
Total dismissals68
International career · T20I
StatisticAsitha FernandoCooper Connolly
Matches714
Runs1191
Batting average—10.11
Strike rate—123.0
Wickets43
Bowling average0.0077.00
Economy rate—9.24

📋 Format by format

T20I. Asitha Fernando has played 7 T20Is and Cooper Connolly 14. Asitha Fernando has 11 runs, against 91 at 10.1 (123.0) for Cooper Connolly, so Cooper Connolly has scored more.

ODI. Asitha Fernando has played 31 ODIs and Cooper Connolly 18. Asitha Fernando has 7 runs, against 502 at 38.6 for Cooper Connolly, so Cooper Connolly has scored more. Hundreds: Asitha Fernando 0, Cooper Connolly 1. Fifties: 0 and 3. With the ball, Asitha Fernando has 39 wickets and Cooper Connolly 9; Asitha Fernando has more wickets.

Test. Asitha Fernando has played 28 Tests and Cooper Connolly 1. Asitha Fernando has 59 runs, against 4 at 4.0 (66.7) for Cooper Connolly, so Asitha Fernando has scored more. Asitha Fernando also bowls: 97 wickets, while Cooper Connolly has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 15 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Asitha Fernando
✓ More wickets
🏏 Cooper Connolly
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Cooper Connolly
61 avg pts · 195 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Asitha Fernando
Captaining Cooper Connolly gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Asitha Fernando vs Cooper Connolly · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: He has also taken 4 T20I wickets.

T20I career: Cooper Connolly has scored 91 T20I runs in 14 matches at an average of 10.11. He has also taken 3 T20I wickets at an average of 77.00 with an economy of 9.24.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Cooper Connolly is the stronger pick with an average of 61 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, Asitha Fernando or Cooper Connolly?

Based on recent data, Cooper Connolly has the edge with a higher average of 61 fantasy points per game. Cooper Connolly leads in runs scored (636 runs). Overall Cooper Connolly is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Asitha Fernando vs Cooper Connolly: who is a better fantasy captain?

Cooper Connolly is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 61 pts per game with a best score of 195 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, Asitha Fernando or Cooper Connolly?

Cooper Connolly has the superior batting strike rate this season (112.0), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Asitha Fernando and Cooper Connolly?

Asitha Fernando costs 8.5 Cr and Cooper Connolly 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 Asitha Fernando and Cooper Connolly won?

Asitha Fernando has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Cooper Connolly has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Asitha Fernando or Cooper Connolly in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Cooper Connolly is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if Sri Lanka are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Punjab Kings. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Asitha Fernando or Cooper Connolly?

Cooper Connolly has more T20I runs: Asitha Fernando has 11 in 7 matches and Cooper Connolly has 91 in 14 (average 10.1).

Who has more ODI runs, Asitha Fernando or Cooper Connolly?

Cooper Connolly has more ODI runs: Asitha Fernando has 7 in 31 matches and Cooper Connolly has 502 in 18 (average 38.6).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Asitha Fernando or Cooper Connolly?

Asitha Fernando has more ODI wickets: Asitha Fernando has 39 at an average of 32.0 and Cooper Connolly has 9 at 27.7.

Who has more Test runs, Asitha Fernando or Cooper Connolly?

Asitha Fernando has more Test runs: Asitha Fernando has 59 in 28 matches and Cooper Connolly has 4 in 1 (average 4.0).
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