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Cooper Connolly vs Sikandar Raza: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Cooper Connolly or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has the edge on the headline numbers: Sikandar Raza leads on T20I batting (2,740 runs, avg 25.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Cooper Connolly (Punjab Kings) has 91 T20I runs at avg 10.1 in 14 matches. Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe) has 2,740 T20I runs at avg 25.6 in 123 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
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 ZIM · 8.5 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
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
63
Avg Pts
169
Best FP
146.7
Pts/Cr
452
Total Runs
14
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
🏏 Sikandar Raza
T20I Career Overview
14Matches123
🏏 Batting
91Runs2740
10.11Batting Avg25.61
122.97Strike Rate136.32
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries15
5Sixes 🔴136
47
Best Score
133*
🎳 Bowling
3Wickets103
77.00Bowling Avg24.06
9.24Economy Rate7.08
05-Wkt Hauls1
1/24
Best Figures
5/18
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Cooper Connolly vs Sikandar Raza — 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 ConnollySikandar Raza
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points6163
Best fantasy score195169
Runs643452
Strike rate127.397.4
Fours5737
Sixes3412
Half-centuries (50+)32
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10781
Wickets314
Economy rate5.286.37
Best spell (wkts)22
Catches610
Total dismissals812
International career — T20I
StatisticCooper ConnollySikandar Raza
Matches14123
Runs912740
Batting average10.1125.61
Strike rate123.0136.3
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)015
Wickets3103
Bowling average77.0024.06
Economy rate9.247.08
Five-wicket hauls01

📋 Format by format

T20I. Cooper Connolly has played 14 T20Is and Sikandar Raza 123. Cooper Connolly has 91 runs at 10.1 (strike rate 123.0), against 2,740 at 25.6 (136.3) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 0, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 0 and 15. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 3 wickets at an economy of 9.24 and Sikandar Raza 103 at 7.08; Sikandar Raza has more wickets.

ODI. Cooper Connolly has played 18 ODIs and Sikandar Raza 128. Cooper Connolly has 502 runs at 38.6, against 3,707 at 36.7 (87.8) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 1, Sikandar Raza 6. Fifties: 3 and 20. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 9 wickets and Sikandar Raza 76 at 4.96; Sikandar Raza has more wickets.

Test. Cooper Connolly has played 1 Test and Sikandar Raza 18. Cooper Connolly has 4 runs at 4.0 (strike rate 66.7), against 1,120 at 31.1 (54.6) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 0, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 0 and 8. Sikandar Raza also bowls: 34 wickets at an economy of 3.30, while Cooper Connolly has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 1 September 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Cooper Connolly
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Better economy rate
🏏 Sikandar Raza
✓ 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 Sikandar Raza — 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: Sikandar Raza has scored 2,740 T20I runs in 123 matches at an average of 25.61, with 1 century. He has also taken 103 T20I wickets at an average of 24.06 with an economy of 7.08.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Sikandar Raza is the stronger pick with an average of 63 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 Sikandar Raza?

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

Cooper Connolly vs Sikandar Raza — who is a better fantasy captain?

Sikandar Raza is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 63 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 Sikandar Raza?

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 Sikandar Raza?

Cooper Connolly costs 8.5 Cr and Sikandar Raza costs 8.5 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 Sikandar Raza won?

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

Should I pick Cooper Connolly or Sikandar Raza in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Sikandar Raza 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 Zimbabwe. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Cooper Connolly or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more T20I runs: Cooper Connolly has 91 in 14 matches (average 10.1) and Sikandar Raza has 2,740 in 123 (average 25.6).

Who has more ODI runs, Cooper Connolly or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more ODI runs: Cooper Connolly has 502 in 18 matches (average 38.6) and Sikandar Raza has 3,707 in 128 (average 36.7).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Cooper Connolly or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more ODI wickets: Cooper Connolly has 9 at an average of 27.7 and Sikandar Raza has 76 at 46.3.

Who has more Test runs, Cooper Connolly or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more Test runs: Cooper Connolly has 4 in 1 matches (average 4.0) and Sikandar Raza has 1,120 in 18 (average 31.1).
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