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Cooper Connolly vs Liam Livingstone — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Cooper Connolly or Liam Livingstone?

Liam Livingstone has the edge on the headline numbers: Liam Livingstone averages 63 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. Liam Livingstone (Sunrisers Hyderabad) averages 63 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
🏏
Liam Livingstone
🌅 SRH · 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
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Liam Livingstone
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
AR🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
63
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
140.8
Pts/Cr
453
Total Runs
11
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched — pick based on ground & match-up!
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
1352Season Points1338
61Avg Pts / Match63
195Best Fantasy Score211
20Matches Played20
0MOTM Awards 🏅2
8.5Credits9.5
159.1Pts per Credit140.8

Cooper Connolly vs Liam Livingstone — 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 ConnollyLiam Livingstone
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points6163
Best fantasy score195211
Runs643453
Strike rate127.3141.1
Fours5732
Sixes3425
Half-centuries (50+)33
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10769
Wickets311
Economy rate5.288.68
Best spell (wkts)23
Catches611
Total dismissals813
International career — T20I
StatisticCooper ConnollyLiam Livingstone
Matches1460
Runs91955
Batting average10.1125.13
Strike rate123.0—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)02
Wickets333
Bowling average77.0025.39
Economy rate9.248.73

📋 Format by format

T20I. Cooper Connolly has played 14 T20Is and Liam Livingstone 60. Cooper Connolly has 91 runs at 10.1 (strike rate 123.0), against 955 at 25.1 for Liam Livingstone, so Liam Livingstone has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 0, Liam Livingstone 1. Fifties: 0 and 2. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 3 wickets at an economy of 9.24 and Liam Livingstone 33 at 8.73; Liam Livingstone has more wickets.

ODI. Cooper Connolly has played 18 ODIs and Liam Livingstone 39. Cooper Connolly has 502 runs at 38.6, against 932 at 31.1 (111.0) for Liam Livingstone, so Liam Livingstone has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 1, Liam Livingstone 1. Fifties: 3 and 4. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 9 wickets and Liam Livingstone 25; Liam Livingstone has more wickets.

Test. Cooper Connolly has played 1 Test and Liam Livingstone 1. Cooper Connolly has 4 runs at 4.0 (strike rate 66.7), against 16 at 16.0 (88.9) for Liam Livingstone, so Liam Livingstone 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
🏏 Liam Livingstone
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
Both players are closely matched — consider pitch conditions and recent form before choosing captain.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Cooper Connolly vs Liam Livingstone 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.

Liam Livingstone is a all-rounder for Sunrisers Hyderabad, priced at 9.5 Cr. Across 20 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 1266 fantasy points, averaging 63 pts per game with a best of 211 pts. He has scored 453 IPL runs at a strike rate of 141.1, picking up 11 IPL wickets at an economy of 8.68. He has won 2 MOTM awards this season.

International career: Liam Livingstone has scored 955 T20I runs in 60 matches at an average of 25.13, with 1 century internationally. He has also taken 33 T20I wickets at an average of 25.39 with an economy of 8.73. In ODIs, he has 932 runs across 39 matches (avg 31.1).

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: Liam Livingstone 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, Liam Livingstone is the stronger pick right now with an average of 63 pts per game and a best score of 211 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, Liam Livingstone 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 Liam Livingstone?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Liam Livingstone has the edge with a higher average of 63 fantasy points per game. Cooper Connolly leads in runs scored (643 runs). Overall Liam Livingstone is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Cooper Connolly vs Liam Livingstone — who is a better fantasy captain?

Liam Livingstone is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 63 pts per game with a best score of 211 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 Liam Livingstone?

Liam Livingstone has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (141.1), 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 Liam Livingstone?

Cooper Connolly costs 8.5 Cr and Liam Livingstone 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 Liam Livingstone won?

In IPL 2026, Cooper Connolly has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Liam Livingstone has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Cooper Connolly or Liam Livingstone in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Liam Livingstone 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 Sunrisers Hyderabad. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Cooper Connolly or Liam Livingstone?

Liam Livingstone has more T20I runs: Cooper Connolly has 91 in 14 matches (average 10.1) and Liam Livingstone has 955 in 60 (average 25.1).

Who has more ODI runs, Cooper Connolly or Liam Livingstone?

Liam Livingstone has more ODI runs: Cooper Connolly has 502 in 18 matches (average 38.6) and Liam Livingstone has 932 in 39 (average 31.1).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Cooper Connolly or Liam Livingstone?

Liam Livingstone has more ODI wickets: Cooper Connolly has 9 at an average of 27.7 and Liam Livingstone has 25 at 39.3.

Who has more Test runs, Cooper Connolly or Liam Livingstone?

Liam Livingstone has more Test runs: Cooper Connolly has 4 in 1 matches (average 4.0) and Liam Livingstone has 16 in 1 (average 16.0).
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