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Cooper Connolly vs Finn Allen — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Cooper Connolly or Finn Allen?

Cooper Connolly has the edge on the headline numbers: Cooper Connolly averages 61 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Finn Allen's 54. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Cooper Connolly (Punjab Kings) averages 61 fantasy pts per match. Finn Allen (Kolkata Knight Riders) averages 54 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
🏏
Finn Allen
💜 KKR · 9.5 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
🏏
Finn Allen
💜 Kolkata Knight Riders
BAT🌏 OS🏅 3× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
54
Avg Pts
217
Best FP
129.9
Pts/Cr
531
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Cooper Connolly
7 higher avg pts · 195 best fantasy score
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
1352Season Points1234
61Avg Pts / Match54
195Best Fantasy Score217
20Matches Played20
0MOTM Awards 🏅3
8.5Credits9.5
159.1Pts per Credit129.9

Cooper Connolly vs Finn Allen — 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 ConnollyFinn Allen
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points6154
Best fantasy score195217
Runs643531
Strike rate127.3172.4
Fours5749
Sixes3435
Half-centuries (50+)32
Centuries (100+)11
Highest score107100
Wickets30
Economy rate5.280.00
Best spell (wkts)20
Catches66
Total dismissals88
International career — T20I
StatisticCooper ConnollyFinn Allen
Matches14100
Runs911955
Batting average10.1125.72
Strike rate123.0165.0
Centuries (100+)03
Half-centuries (50+)07
Wickets324
Bowling average77.0031.92
Economy rate9.247.60

📋 Format by format

T20I. Cooper Connolly has played 14 T20Is and Finn Allen 100. Cooper Connolly has 91 runs at 10.1 (strike rate 123.0), against 1,955 at 25.7 (165.0) for Finn Allen, so Finn Allen has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 0, Finn Allen 3. Fifties: 0 and 7. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 3 wickets at an economy of 9.24 and Finn Allen 24 at 7.60; Finn Allen has more wickets.

ODI. Cooper Connolly has played 18 ODIs and Finn Allen 41. Cooper Connolly has 502 runs at 38.6, against 782 at 23.0 (94.6) for Finn Allen, so Finn Allen has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 1, Finn Allen 0. Fifties: 3 and 6. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 9 wickets and Finn Allen 7 at 5.56; Cooper Connolly has more wickets.

International numbers up to 21 June 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Cooper Connolly
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Finn Allen
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Cooper Connolly
61 avg pts · 195 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Finn Allen
Captaining Cooper Connolly gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Cooper Connolly vs Finn Allen 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.

Finn Allen is a specialist batter for Kolkata Knight Riders, priced at 9.5 Cr. Across 20 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 1080 fantasy points, averaging 54 pts per game with a best of 217 pts. He has scored 531 IPL runs at a strike rate of 172.4. He has won 3 MOTM awards this season.

International career: Finn Allen has scored 1,955 T20I runs in 100 matches at an average of 25.72, with 3 centuries internationally. He has also taken 24 T20I wickets at an average of 31.92 with an economy of 7.60. In ODIs, he has 782 runs across 41 matches (avg 23.0).

Batting edge: Cooper Connolly 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, Cooper Connolly is the stronger pick right now with an average of 61 pts per game and a best score of 195 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, Cooper Connolly 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 Finn Allen?

Based on IPL 2026 season 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 IPL 2026.

Cooper Connolly vs Finn Allen — who is a better fantasy captain?

Cooper Connolly is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 61 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 Finn Allen?

Finn Allen has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (172.4), 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 Finn Allen?

Cooper Connolly costs 8.5 Cr and Finn Allen costs 9.5 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 Finn Allen won?

In IPL 2026, Cooper Connolly has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Finn Allen has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Cooper Connolly or Finn Allen in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Cooper Connolly 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 Kolkata Knight Riders. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Cooper Connolly or Finn Allen?

Finn Allen has more T20I runs: Cooper Connolly has 91 in 14 matches (average 10.1) and Finn Allen has 1,955 in 100 (average 25.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Cooper Connolly or Finn Allen?

Finn Allen has more ODI runs: Cooper Connolly has 502 in 18 matches (average 38.6) and Finn Allen has 782 in 41 (average 23.0).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Cooper Connolly or Finn Allen?

Cooper Connolly has more ODI wickets: Cooper Connolly has 9 at an average of 27.7 and Finn Allen has 7 at 85.9.
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