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Cooper Connolly vs Mitchell Santner — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Cooper Connolly or Mitchell Santner?

Mitchell Santner has the edge on the headline numbers: Mitchell Santner leads on T20I batting (1,108 runs, avg 20.5). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Cooper Connolly (Punjab Kings) has 91 T20I runs at avg 10.1 in 14 matches. Mitchell Santner (Edinburgh Castle Rockers) has 1,108 T20I runs at avg 20.5 in 138 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
🏏
Mitchell Santner
🏰 ECR · 9 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
🏏
Mitchell Santner
🏰 Edinburgh Castle Rockers
AR🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
65
Avg Pts
207
Best FP
203.1
Pts/Cr
298
Total Runs
18
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched — pick based on ground & match-up!
🏏 Cooper Connolly
VS
🏏 Mitchell Santner
T20I Career Overview
14Matches138
🏏 Batting
91Runs1108
10.11Batting Avg20.52
122.97Strike Rate133.17
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries2
5Sixes 🔴42
47
Best Score
77*
🎳 Bowling
3Wickets142
77.00Bowling Avg23.33
9.24Economy Rate7.17
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/24
Best Figures
4/11
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Cooper Connolly vs Mitchell Santner — 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 ConnollyMitchell Santner
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points6165
Best fantasy score195207
Runs643298
Strike rate127.3151.3
Fours5725
Sixes3412
Half-centuries (50+)31
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10752
Wickets318
Economy rate5.286.70
Best spell (wkts)25
Catches68
Total dismissals89
International career — T20I
StatisticCooper ConnollyMitchell Santner
Matches14138
Runs911108
Batting average10.1120.52
Strike rate123.0133.2
Half-centuries (50+)02
Wickets3142
Bowling average77.0023.33
Economy rate9.247.17

📋 Format by format

T20I. Cooper Connolly has played 14 T20Is and Mitchell Santner 138. Cooper Connolly has 91 runs at 10.1 (strike rate 123.0), against 1,108 at 20.5 (133.2) for Mitchell Santner, so Mitchell Santner has scored more. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 3 wickets at an economy of 9.24 and Mitchell Santner 142 at 7.17; Mitchell Santner has more wickets.

ODI. Cooper Connolly has played 18 ODIs and Mitchell Santner 129. Cooper Connolly has 502 runs at 38.6, against 1,648 at 27.0 (92.4) for Mitchell Santner, so Mitchell Santner has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 1, Mitchell Santner 0. Fifties: 3 and 3. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 9 wickets and Mitchell Santner 139; Mitchell Santner has more wickets.

Test. Cooper Connolly has played 1 Test and Mitchell Santner 33. Cooper Connolly has 4 runs at 4.0 (strike rate 66.7), against 1,089 at 24.8 (47.0) for Mitchell Santner, so Mitchell Santner has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 0, Mitchell Santner 1. Fifties: 0 and 4. Mitchell Santner also bowls: 80 wickets at an economy of 2.86, while Cooper Connolly has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 21 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Cooper Connolly
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
🏏 Mitchell Santner
✓ 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.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Cooper Connolly vs Mitchell Santner — 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: Mitchell Santner has scored 1,108 T20I runs in 138 matches at an average of 20.52, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 142 T20I wickets at an average of 23.33 with an economy of 7.17.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Mitchell Santner is the stronger pick with an average of 65 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 Mitchell Santner?

Based on recent data, Mitchell Santner has the edge with a higher average of 65 fantasy points per game. Cooper Connolly leads in runs scored (643 runs). Overall Mitchell Santner is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Cooper Connolly vs Mitchell Santner — who is a better fantasy captain?

Mitchell Santner is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 65 pts per game with a best score of 207 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 Mitchell Santner?

Mitchell Santner has the superior batting strike rate this season (151.3), 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 Mitchell Santner?

Cooper Connolly costs 8.5 Cr and Mitchell Santner costs 9 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 Mitchell Santner won?

Cooper Connolly has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Mitchell Santner has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Cooper Connolly or Mitchell Santner in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Mitchell Santner 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 Edinburgh Castle Rockers. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Cooper Connolly or Mitchell Santner?

Mitchell Santner has more T20I runs: Cooper Connolly has 91 in 14 matches (average 10.1) and Mitchell Santner has 1,108 in 138 (average 20.5).

Who has more ODI runs, Cooper Connolly or Mitchell Santner?

Mitchell Santner has more ODI runs: Cooper Connolly has 502 in 18 matches (average 38.6) and Mitchell Santner has 1,648 in 129 (average 27.0).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Cooper Connolly or Mitchell Santner?

Mitchell Santner has more ODI wickets: Cooper Connolly has 9 at an average of 27.7 and Mitchell Santner has 139 at 35.0.

Who has more Test runs, Cooper Connolly or Mitchell Santner?

Mitchell Santner has more Test runs: Cooper Connolly has 4 in 1 matches (average 4.0) and Mitchell Santner has 1,089 in 33 (average 24.8).
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