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Cooper Connolly vs Shreyas Iyer — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Cooper Connolly or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has the edge on the headline numbers: Shreyas Iyer leads on T20I batting (1,615 runs, avg 33.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Cooper Connolly (Punjab Kings) has 91 T20I runs at avg 10.1 in 14 matches. Shreyas Iyer (India) has 1,615 T20I runs at avg 33.0 in 68 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
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 IND · 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
🏏
Shreyas Iyer
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
53
Avg Pts
200
Best FP
243.7
Pts/Cr
627
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Cooper Connolly
8 higher avg pts · 195 best fantasy score
🏏 Cooper Connolly
VS
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
T20I Career Overview
14Matches68
🏏 Batting
91Runs1615
10.11Batting Avg32.96
122.97Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries10
5Sixes 🔴51
47
Best Score
102*
🎳 Bowling
3Wickets0
77.00Bowling Avg—
9.24Economy Rate6.00
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/24
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Cooper Connolly vs Shreyas Iyer — 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 ConnollyShreyas Iyer
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points6153
Best fantasy score195200
Runs643627
Strike rate127.3133.4
Fours5751
Sixes3421
Half-centuries (50+)33
Centuries (100+)11
Highest score107102
Wickets30
Economy rate5.280.00
Best spell (wkts)20
Catches66
Total dismissals88
International career — T20I
StatisticCooper ConnollyShreyas Iyer
Matches1468
Runs911615
Batting average10.1132.96
Strike rate123.0—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)010
Wickets30
Bowling average77.00—
Economy rate9.246.00

📋 Format by format

T20I. Cooper Connolly has played 14 T20Is and Shreyas Iyer 68. Cooper Connolly has 91 runs at 10.1 (strike rate 123.0), against 1,615 at 33.0 for Shreyas Iyer, so Shreyas Iyer has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 0, Shreyas Iyer 1. Fifties: 0 and 10.

ODI. Cooper Connolly has played 18 ODIs and Shreyas Iyer 82. Cooper Connolly has 502 runs at 38.6, against 3,136 at 45.5 for Shreyas Iyer, so Shreyas Iyer has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 1, Shreyas Iyer 5. Fifties: 3 and 24. Cooper Connolly also bowls: 9 wickets, while Shreyas Iyer has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Cooper Connolly has played 1 Test and Shreyas Iyer 14. Cooper Connolly has 4 runs at 4.0 (strike rate 66.7), against 811 at 36.9 (63.0) for Shreyas Iyer, so Shreyas Iyer has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 0, Shreyas Iyer 1. Fifties: 0 and 5.

International numbers up to 26 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Cooper Connolly
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Shreyas Iyer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Cooper Connolly
61 avg pts · 195 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Shreyas Iyer
Captaining Cooper Connolly gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Cooper Connolly vs Shreyas Iyer — 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: Shreyas Iyer has scored 1,615 T20I runs in 68 matches at an average of 32.96, with 1 century.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Cooper Connolly is the stronger pick with an average of 61 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 Shreyas Iyer?

Based on recent 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 this season.

Cooper Connolly vs Shreyas Iyer — who is a better fantasy captain?

Cooper Connolly is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 61 pts per game with a best score of 200 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 Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has the superior batting strike rate this season (133.4), 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 Shreyas Iyer?

Cooper Connolly costs 8.5 Cr and Shreyas Iyer 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 Shreyas Iyer won?

Cooper Connolly has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Shreyas Iyer has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Cooper Connolly or Shreyas Iyer in my fantasy XI?

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

Who has more T20I runs, Cooper Connolly or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has more T20I runs: Cooper Connolly has 91 in 14 matches (average 10.1) and Shreyas Iyer has 1,615 in 68 (average 33.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Cooper Connolly or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has more ODI runs: Cooper Connolly has 502 in 18 matches (average 38.6) and Shreyas Iyer has 3,136 in 82 (average 45.5).

Who has more Test runs, Cooper Connolly or Shreyas Iyer?

Shreyas Iyer has more Test runs: Cooper Connolly has 4 in 1 matches (average 4.0) and Shreyas Iyer has 811 in 14 (average 36.9).
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