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Cooper Connolly vs Dhruv Jurel — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Cooper Connolly or Dhruv Jurel?

Dhruv Jurel has the edge on the headline numbers: Dhruv Jurel averages 78 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Cooper Connolly's 61. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Cooper Connolly (Punjab Kings) averages 61 fantasy pts per match. Dhruv Jurel (Rajasthan Royals) averages 78 fantasy pts. Full IPL stats & fantasy cricket comparison: batting, bowling, fielding, and form.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Cooper Connolly
🦁 PBKS · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Dhruv Jurel
👑 RR · 8.5 cr
🏏
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
🏏
Dhruv Jurel
👑 Rajasthan Royals
🧤 WK
8.5 cr
Credits
78
Avg Pts
217
Best FP
175.1
Pts/Cr
707
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Dhruv Jurel
17 higher avg pts · 217 best fantasy score
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
1352Season Points1488
61Avg Pts / Match78
195Best Fantasy Score217
20Matches Played19
0MOTM Awards 🏅0
8.5Credits8.5
159.1Pts per Credit175.1

Cooper Connolly vs Dhruv Jurel — 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
StatisticCooper ConnollyDhruv Jurel
Matches2019
Avg fantasy points6178
Best fantasy score195217
Runs643707
Strike rate127.3115.3
Fours5765
Sixes3427
Half-centuries (50+)37
Centuries (100+)11
Highest score107115
Wickets30
Economy rate5.281.00
Best spell (wkts)20
Catches626
Total dismissals832
International career — T20I
StatisticCooper ConnollyDhruv Jurel
Matches144
Runs9112
Batting average10.114.00
Strike rate123.052.2
Wickets30
Bowling average77.00—
Economy rate9.24—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Cooper Connolly has played 14 T20Is and Dhruv Jurel 4. Cooper Connolly has 91 runs at 10.1 (strike rate 123.0), against 12 at 4.0 (52.2) for Dhruv Jurel, so Cooper Connolly has scored more.

Test. Cooper Connolly has played 1 Test and Dhruv Jurel 11. Cooper Connolly has 4 runs at 4.0 (strike rate 66.7), against 632 at 42.1 (58.4) for Dhruv Jurel, so Dhruv Jurel has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 0, Dhruv Jurel 2. Fifties: 0 and 2.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Cooper Connolly
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More wickets
🏏 Dhruv Jurel
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Dhruv Jurel
78 avg pts · 217 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Cooper Connolly
Captaining Dhruv Jurel gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Cooper Connolly vs Dhruv Jurel is one of the most searched cricket comparisons, combining international career stats with IPL fantasy data. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.

Cooper Connolly is a specialist batter for Punjab Kings, priced at 8.5 Cr this season. Over 20 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 1216 fantasy points, averaging 61 pts per game with a best of 195 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 643 IPL runs at a strike rate of 127.3, and has claimed 3 IPL wickets with an economy of 5.28.

International career: Cooper Connolly has scored 502 ODI runs in 18 matches at an average of 38.62, with 1 century internationally. He has also taken 9 ODI wickets at an average of 27.67.

Dhruv Jurel is a wicket-keeper batter for Rajasthan Royals, priced at 8.5 Cr. Across 19 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 1488 fantasy points, averaging 78 pts per game with a best of 217 pts. He has scored 707 IPL runs at a strike rate of 115.3.

International career: Dhruv Jurel has scored 632 TEST runs in 11 matches at an average of 42.13, with 2 centuries internationally.

Batting edge: Dhruv Jurel leads with the bat this season, making them the better pick if the pitch is expected to be batting-friendly or if the match is being played on a flat track.

Bowling edge: Cooper Connolly has been the more impactful bowler in IPL 2026, and becomes especially valuable in conditions that offer pace or spin movement.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Dhruv Jurel is the stronger pick right now with an average of 78 pts per game and a best score of 217 pts. The value-for-money metric (points per credit) further reinforces this — always check this number before finalising your captain or vice-captain choice.

Captaincy Recommendation: Based on IPL 2026 season form, Dhruv Jurel is the safer captaincy option. However, if the opposition's bowling or batting lineup suits the other player, consider rotating your captain pick. Always check the playing XI, pitch report, and toss result before locking in your captain.

Stats are updated after every IPL 2026 match. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool or check the Fantasy Leaderboard to see how top managers are building their teams.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Who has better IPL 2026 stats — Cooper Connolly or Dhruv Jurel?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Dhruv Jurel has the edge with a higher average of 78 fantasy points per game. Dhruv Jurel leads in runs scored (707 runs). Overall Dhruv Jurel is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Cooper Connolly vs Dhruv Jurel — who is a better fantasy captain?

Dhruv Jurel is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 78 pts per game with a best score of 217 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 — Cooper Connolly or Dhruv Jurel?

Cooper Connolly has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (127.3), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Cooper Connolly and Dhruv Jurel?

Cooper Connolly costs 8.5 Cr and Dhruv Jurel costs 8.5 Cr in IPL 2026 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 Cooper Connolly and Dhruv Jurel won?

In IPL 2026, Cooper Connolly has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Dhruv Jurel has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Cooper Connolly or Dhruv Jurel in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Dhruv Jurel is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick IPL 2026. However, consider the match conditions — if Punjab Kings are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Rajasthan Royals. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Cooper Connolly or Dhruv Jurel?

Cooper Connolly has more T20I runs: Cooper Connolly has 91 in 14 matches (average 10.1) and Dhruv Jurel has 12 in 4 (average 4.0).

Who has more Test runs, Cooper Connolly or Dhruv Jurel?

Dhruv Jurel has more Test runs: Cooper Connolly has 4 in 1 matches (average 4.0) and Dhruv Jurel has 632 in 11 (average 42.1).
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