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Axar Patel vs Cooper Connolly — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Axar Patel or Cooper Connolly?

Axar Patel has the edge on the headline numbers: Axar Patel leads on T20I batting (700 runs, avg 18.4). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Axar Patel (India) has 700 T20I runs at avg 18.4 in 91 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
🏏
Axar Patel
🇮🇳 IND · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Cooper Connolly
🦁 PBKS · 8.5 cr
🏏
Axar Patel
🇮🇳 India
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
52
Avg Pts
213
Best FP
192.0
Pts/Cr
153
Total Runs
21
Total Wkts
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Cooper Connolly
🦁 Punjab Kings
BAT🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
61
Avg Pts
195
Best FP
159.1
Pts/Cr
643
Total Runs
3
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
9 higher avg pts · 195 best fantasy score
🏏 Axar Patel
VS
🏏 Cooper Connolly
T20I Career Overview
91Matches14
🏏 Batting
700Runs91
18.42Batting Avg10.11
—Strike Rate122.97
0Centuries0
1Half-Centuries0
23Sixes 🔴5
65
Best Score
47
🎳 Bowling
93Wickets3
21.30Bowling Avg77.00
—Economy Rate9.24
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/9
Best Figures
1/24
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Axar Patel 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
StatisticAxar PatelCooper Connolly
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5261
Best fantasy score213195
Runs153643
Strike rate91.1127.3
Fours957
Sixes234
Half-centuries (50+)13
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score57107
Wickets213
Economy rate7.545.28
Best spell (wkts)42
Catches86
Total dismissals118
International career — T20I
StatisticAxar PatelCooper Connolly
Matches9114
Runs70091
Batting average18.4210.11
Strike rate—123.0
Half-centuries (50+)10
Wickets933
Bowling average21.3077.00
Economy rate—9.24

📋 Format by format

T20I. Axar Patel has played 91 T20Is and Cooper Connolly 14. Axar Patel has 700 runs at 18.4, against 91 at 10.1 (123.0) for Cooper Connolly, so Axar Patel has scored more. With the ball, Axar Patel has 93 wickets and Cooper Connolly 3 at 9.24; Axar Patel has more wickets.

ODI. Axar Patel has played 71 ODIs and Cooper Connolly 18. Axar Patel has 858 runs at 23.2, against 502 at 38.6 for Cooper Connolly, so Axar Patel has scored more. Hundreds: Axar Patel 0, Cooper Connolly 1. Fifties: 3 and 3. With the ball, Axar Patel has 75 wickets and Cooper Connolly 9; Axar Patel has more wickets.

Test. Axar Patel has played 15 Tests and Cooper Connolly 1. Axar Patel has 688 runs at 34.4, against 4 at 4.0 (66.7) for Cooper Connolly, so Axar Patel has scored more. Axar Patel also bowls: 57 wickets at an economy of 2.51, while Cooper Connolly has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 21 June 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Axar Patel
✓ More wickets
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 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: 🏏 Axar Patel
Captaining Cooper Connolly gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Axar Patel vs Cooper Connolly — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Axar Patel has scored 700 T20I runs in 91 matches at an average of 18.42, with 1 half-century. He has also taken 93 T20I wickets at an average of 21.30.

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 — Axar Patel 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 (643 runs). Overall Cooper Connolly is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Axar Patel 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 213 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 — Axar Patel or Cooper Connolly?

Cooper Connolly has the superior batting strike rate this season (127.3), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Axar Patel and Cooper Connolly?

Axar Patel 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 Axar Patel and Cooper Connolly won?

Axar Patel has won 1 Man of the Match award and Cooper Connolly has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Axar Patel 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 India 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, Axar Patel or Cooper Connolly?

Axar Patel has more T20I runs: Axar Patel has 700 in 91 matches (average 18.4) and Cooper Connolly has 91 in 14 (average 10.1).

Who has more ODI runs, Axar Patel or Cooper Connolly?

Axar Patel has more ODI runs: Axar Patel has 858 in 71 matches (average 23.2) and Cooper Connolly has 502 in 18 (average 38.6).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Axar Patel or Cooper Connolly?

Axar Patel has more ODI wickets: Axar Patel has 75 at an average of 32.8 and Cooper Connolly has 9 at 27.7.

Who has more Test runs, Axar Patel or Cooper Connolly?

Axar Patel has more Test runs: Axar Patel has 688 in 15 matches (average 34.4) and Cooper Connolly has 4 in 1 (average 4.0).
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