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Cooper Connolly vs Dunith Wellalage — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Cooper Connolly or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has the edge on the headline numbers: Dunith Wellalage leads on T20I batting (137 runs, avg 19.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Cooper Connolly (Punjab Kings) has 91 T20I runs at avg 10.1 in 14 matches. Dunith Wellalage (Sri Lanka) has 137 T20I runs at avg 19.6 in 16 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Cooper Connolly
🦁 PBKS · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Dunith Wellalage
🇱🇰 SL · 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
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Dunith Wellalage
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
77
Avg Pts
147
Best FP
154.2
Pts/Cr
310
Total Runs
22
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
16 higher avg pts · 147 best fantasy score
🏏 Cooper Connolly
VS
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
T20I Career Overview
14Matches16
🏏 Batting
91Runs137
10.11Batting Avg19.57
122.97Strike Rate113.22
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries0
5Sixes 🔴3
47
Best Score
43
🎳 Bowling
3Wickets19
77.00Bowling Avg22.68
9.24Economy Rate7.24
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/24
Best Figures
3/9
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Cooper Connolly vs Dunith Wellalage — 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 ConnollyDunith Wellalage
Matches2017
Avg fantasy points6177
Best fantasy score195147
Runs643310
Strike rate127.3128.1
Fours5729
Sixes3412
Half-centuries (50+)31
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10756
Wickets322
Economy rate5.287.33
Best spell (wkts)23
Catches68
Total dismissals88
International career — T20I
StatisticCooper ConnollyDunith Wellalage
Matches1416
Runs91137
Batting average10.1119.57
Strike rate123.0113.2
Wickets319
Bowling average77.0022.68
Economy rate9.247.24

📋 Format by format

T20I. Cooper Connolly has played 14 T20Is and Dunith Wellalage 16. Cooper Connolly has 91 runs at 10.1 (strike rate 123.0), against 137 at 19.6 (113.2) for Dunith Wellalage, so Dunith Wellalage has scored more. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 3 wickets at an economy of 9.24 and Dunith Wellalage 19 at 7.24; Dunith Wellalage has more wickets.

ODI. Cooper Connolly has played 18 ODIs and Dunith Wellalage 31. Cooper Connolly has 502 runs at 38.6, against 386 at 20.3 (80.8) for Dunith Wellalage, so Cooper Connolly has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 1, Dunith Wellalage 0. Fifties: 3 and 1. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 9 wickets and Dunith Wellalage 39 at 5.07; Dunith Wellalage has more wickets.

Test. Cooper Connolly has played 1 Test and Dunith Wellalage 1. Cooper Connolly has 4 runs at 4.0 (strike rate 66.7), against 29 at 14.5 (61.7) for Dunith Wellalage, so Dunith Wellalage has scored more.

International numbers up to 21 June 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Cooper Connolly
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Dunith Wellalage
77 avg pts · 147 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Cooper Connolly
Captaining Dunith Wellalage gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

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.

T20I career: Dunith Wellalage has scored 137 T20I runs in 16 matches at an average of 19.57. He has also taken 19 T20I wickets at an average of 22.68 with an economy of 7.24.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Dunith Wellalage is the stronger pick with an average of 77 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 — Cooper Connolly or Dunith Wellalage?

Based on recent data, Dunith Wellalage has the edge with a higher average of 77 fantasy points per game. Cooper Connolly leads in runs scored (643 runs). Overall Dunith Wellalage is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Cooper Connolly vs Dunith Wellalage — who is a better fantasy captain?

Dunith Wellalage is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 77 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 — Cooper Connolly or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has the superior batting strike rate this season (128.1), 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 Dunith Wellalage?

Cooper Connolly costs 8.5 Cr and Dunith Wellalage 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 Cooper Connolly and Dunith Wellalage won?

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

Should I pick Cooper Connolly or Dunith Wellalage in my fantasy XI?

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

Who has more T20I runs, Cooper Connolly or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has more T20I runs: Cooper Connolly has 91 in 14 matches (average 10.1) and Dunith Wellalage has 137 in 16 (average 19.6).

Who has more ODI runs, Cooper Connolly or Dunith Wellalage?

Cooper Connolly has more ODI runs: Cooper Connolly has 502 in 18 matches (average 38.6) and Dunith Wellalage has 386 in 31 (average 20.3).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Cooper Connolly or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has more ODI wickets: Cooper Connolly has 9 at an average of 27.7 and Dunith Wellalage has 39 at 30.1.

Who has more Test runs, Cooper Connolly or Dunith Wellalage?

Dunith Wellalage has more Test runs: Cooper Connolly has 4 in 1 matches (average 4.0) and Dunith Wellalage has 29 in 1 (average 14.5).
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