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Cooper Connolly vs Sam Curran — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Cooper Connolly or Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has the edge on the headline numbers: Sam Curran leads on T20I batting (744 runs, avg 21.3). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Cooper Connolly (Punjab Kings) has 91 T20I runs at avg 10.1 in 14 matches. Sam Curran (England) has 744 T20I runs at avg 21.3 in 80 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
🏏
Sam Curran
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 10.5 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
🏏
Sam Curran
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
AR🌏 OS
10.5 cr
Credits
79
Avg Pts
171
Best FP
134.8
Pts/Cr
463
Total Runs
19
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Sam Curran
18 higher avg pts · 171 best fantasy score
🏏 Cooper Connolly
VS
🏏 Sam Curran
T20I Career Overview
14Matches80
🏏 Batting
91Runs744
10.11Batting Avg21.26
122.97Strike Rate129.84
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries2
5Sixes 🔴32
47
Best Score
58
🎳 Bowling
3Wickets73
77.00Bowling Avg26.90
9.24Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/24
Best Figures
5/10
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Cooper Connolly vs Sam Curran — 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 ConnollySam Curran
Matches2018
Avg fantasy points6179
Best fantasy score195171
Runs643463
Strike rate127.3110.0
Fours5738
Sixes3413
Half-centuries (50+)32
Centuries (100+)11
Highest score107111
Wickets319
Economy rate5.287.55
Best spell (wkts)24
Catches67
Total dismissals88
International career — T20I
StatisticCooper ConnollySam Curran
Matches1480
Runs91744
Batting average10.1121.26
Strike rate123.0129.8
Half-centuries (50+)02
Wickets373
Bowling average77.0026.90
Economy rate9.24—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Cooper Connolly has played 14 T20Is and Sam Curran 80. Cooper Connolly has 91 runs at 10.1 (strike rate 123.0), against 744 at 21.3 (129.8) for Sam Curran, so Sam Curran has scored more. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 3 wickets at an economy of 9.24 and Sam Curran 73; Sam Curran has more wickets.

ODI. Cooper Connolly has played 18 ODIs and Sam Curran 44. Cooper Connolly has 502 runs at 38.6, against 668 at 22.3 (90.9) for Sam Curran, so Sam Curran has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 1, Sam Curran 0. Fifties: 3 and 2. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 9 wickets and Sam Curran 43 at 6.08; Sam Curran has more wickets.

Test. Cooper Connolly has played 1 Test and Sam Curran 24. Cooper Connolly has 4 runs at 4.0 (strike rate 66.7), against 815 at 24.7 (64.1) for Sam Curran, so Sam Curran has scored more. Sam Curran also bowls: 47 wickets at an economy of 3.24, while Cooper Connolly has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Cooper Connolly
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
🏏 Sam Curran
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Sam Curran
79 avg pts · 171 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Cooper Connolly
Captaining Sam Curran gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Cooper Connolly vs Sam Curran — 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: Sam Curran has scored 744 T20I runs in 80 matches at an average of 21.26, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 73 T20I wickets at an average of 26.90.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Sam Curran is the stronger pick with an average of 79 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 Sam Curran?

Based on recent data, Sam Curran has the edge with a higher average of 79 fantasy points per game. Cooper Connolly leads in runs scored (643 runs). Overall Sam Curran is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Cooper Connolly vs Sam Curran — who is a better fantasy captain?

Sam Curran is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 79 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 Sam Curran?

Cooper Connolly has the superior batting strike rate this season (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 Sam Curran?

Cooper Connolly costs 8.5 Cr and Sam Curran costs 10.5 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 Sam Curran won?

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

Should I pick Cooper Connolly or Sam Curran in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Sam Curran 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 England. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Cooper Connolly or Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has more T20I runs: Cooper Connolly has 91 in 14 matches (average 10.1) and Sam Curran has 744 in 80 (average 21.3).

Who has more ODI runs, Cooper Connolly or Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has more ODI runs: Cooper Connolly has 502 in 18 matches (average 38.6) and Sam Curran has 668 in 44 (average 22.3).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Cooper Connolly or Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has more ODI wickets: Cooper Connolly has 9 at an average of 27.7 and Sam Curran has 43 at 39.0.

Who has more Test runs, Cooper Connolly or Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has more Test runs: Cooper Connolly has 4 in 1 matches (average 4.0) and Sam Curran has 815 in 24 (average 24.7).
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