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Axar Patel vs Sam Curran — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Axar Patel or Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has the edge on the headline numbers: Sam Curran leads on T20I batting (744 runs, avg 21.3). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Axar Patel (India) has 700 T20I runs at avg 18.4 in 91 matches. Sam Curran (England) has 744 T20I runs at avg 21.3 in 80 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
🏏
Sam Curran
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 10.5 cr
🏏
Axar Patel
🇮🇳 India
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
52
Avg Pts
213
Best FP
132.0
Pts/Cr
153
Total Runs
21
Total Wkts
🏏
Sam Curran
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
AR🌏 OS
10.5 cr
Credits
79
Avg Pts
171
Best FP
134.8
Pts/Cr
463
Total Runs
19
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Sam Curran
27 higher avg pts · 171 best fantasy score
🏏 Axar Patel
VS
🏏 Sam Curran
T20I Career Overview
91Matches80
🏏 Batting
700Runs744
18.42Batting Avg21.26
—Strike Rate129.84
0Centuries0
1Half-Centuries2
23Sixes 🔴32
65
Best Score
58
🎳 Bowling
93Wickets73
21.30Bowling Avg26.90
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/9
Best Figures
5/10
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Axar Patel vs Sam Curran — 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 PatelSam Curran
Matches2018
Avg fantasy points5279
Best fantasy score213171
Runs153463
Strike rate91.1110.0
Fours938
Sixes213
Half-centuries (50+)12
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score57111
Wickets2119
Economy rate7.547.55
Best spell (wkts)44
Catches87
Total dismissals118
International career — T20I
StatisticAxar PatelSam Curran
Matches9180
Runs700744
Batting average18.4221.26
Strike rate—129.8
Half-centuries (50+)12
Wickets9373
Bowling average21.3026.90

📋 Format by format

T20I. Axar Patel has played 91 T20Is and Sam Curran 80. Axar Patel has 700 runs at 18.4, against 744 at 21.3 (129.8) for Sam Curran, so Sam Curran has scored more. With the ball, Axar Patel has 93 wickets and Sam Curran 73; Axar Patel has more wickets.

ODI. Axar Patel has played 71 ODIs and Sam Curran 44. Axar Patel has 858 runs at 23.2, against 668 at 22.3 (90.9) for Sam Curran, so Axar Patel has scored more. With the ball, Axar Patel has 75 wickets and Sam Curran 43 at 6.08; Axar Patel has more wickets.

Test. Axar Patel has played 15 Tests and Sam Curran 24. Axar Patel has 688 runs at 34.4, against 815 at 24.7 (64.1) for Sam Curran, so Sam Curran has scored more. With the ball, Axar Patel has 57 wickets at an economy of 2.51 and Sam Curran 47 at 3.24; Axar Patel has more wickets.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Axar Patel
✓ More wickets
✓ Better economy rate
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Sam Curran
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Sam Curran
79 avg pts · 171 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Axar Patel
Captaining Sam Curran gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Axar Patel vs Sam Curran — 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: Sam Curran has scored 744 T20I runs in 80 matches at an average of 21.26, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 73 T20I wickets at an average of 26.90.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Sam Curran is the stronger pick with an average of 79 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 Sam Curran?

Based on recent data, Sam Curran has the edge with a higher average of 79 fantasy points per game. Sam Curran leads in runs scored (463 runs). Overall Sam Curran is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Axar Patel vs Sam Curran — who is a better fantasy captain?

Sam Curran is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 79 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 Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has the superior batting strike rate this season (110.0), 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 Sam Curran?

Axar Patel costs 8.5 Cr and Sam Curran costs 10.5 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 Sam Curran won?

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

Should I pick Axar Patel or Sam Curran in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Sam Curran 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 England. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Axar Patel or Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has more T20I runs: Axar Patel has 700 in 91 matches (average 18.4) and Sam Curran has 744 in 80 (average 21.3).

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Axar Patel or Sam Curran?

Axar Patel has more T20I wickets: Axar Patel has 93 at an average of 21.3 and Sam Curran has 73 at 26.9.

Who has more ODI runs, Axar Patel or Sam Curran?

Axar Patel has more ODI runs: Axar Patel has 858 in 71 matches (average 23.2) and Sam Curran has 668 in 44 (average 22.3).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Axar Patel or Sam Curran?

Axar Patel has more ODI wickets: Axar Patel has 75 at an average of 32.8 and Sam Curran has 43 at 39.0.

Who has more Test runs, Axar Patel or Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has more Test runs: Axar Patel has 688 in 15 matches (average 34.4) and Sam Curran has 815 in 24 (average 24.7).

Who has taken more Test wickets, Axar Patel or Sam Curran?

Axar Patel has more Test wickets: Axar Patel has 57 at an average of 18.7 and Sam Curran has 47 at 35.5.
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