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Cooper Connolly vs Tim David — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Cooper Connolly or Tim David?

Cooper Connolly has the edge on the headline numbers: Cooper Connolly averages 61 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Tim David's 38. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Cooper Connolly (Punjab Kings) averages 61 fantasy pts per match. Tim David (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) averages 38 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
🏏
Tim David
🔴 RCB · 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
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Tim David
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
BAT🌏 OS
9 cr
Credits
38
Avg Pts
118
Best FP
146.4
Pts/Cr
369
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Cooper Connolly
23 higher avg pts · 195 best fantasy score
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
1352Season Points1318
61Avg Pts / Match38
195Best Fantasy Score118
20Matches Played20
0MOTM Awards 🏅0
8.5Credits9
159.1Pts per Credit146.4

Cooper Connolly vs Tim David — 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 ConnollyTim David
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points6138
Best fantasy score195118
Runs643369
Strike rate127.3142.5
Fours5722
Sixes3424
Half-centuries (50+)31
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10768
Wickets31
Economy rate5.283.18
Best spell (wkts)21
Catches611
Total dismissals811
International career — T20I
StatisticCooper ConnollyTim David
Matches1474
Runs911679
Batting average10.1134.98
Strike rate123.0169.1
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)09
Wickets35
Bowling average77.0051.00
Economy rate9.249.33

📋 Format by format

T20I. Cooper Connolly has played 14 T20Is and Tim David 74. Cooper Connolly has 91 runs at 10.1 (strike rate 123.0), against 1,679 at 35.0 (169.1) for Tim David, so Tim David has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 0, Tim David 1. Fifties: 0 and 9. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 3 wickets at an economy of 9.24 and Tim David 5 at 9.33; Tim David has more wickets while Cooper Connolly is more economical.

ODI. Cooper Connolly has played 18 ODIs and Tim David 4. Cooper Connolly has 502 runs at 38.6, against 45 at 11.3 (84.9) for Tim David, so Cooper Connolly has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 1, Tim David 0. Fifties: 3 and 0. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 9 wickets and Tim David 1 at 10.00; Cooper Connolly has more wickets.

International numbers up to 21 June 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Cooper Connolly
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Tim David
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ Better economy rate
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Cooper Connolly
61 avg pts · 195 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Tim David
Captaining Cooper Connolly gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Cooper Connolly vs Tim David 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.

Tim David is a specialist batter for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, priced at 9 Cr. Across 20 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 762 fantasy points, averaging 38 pts per game with a best of 118 pts. He has scored 369 IPL runs at a strike rate of 142.5, picking up 1 IPL wickets at an economy of 3.18.

International career: Tim David has scored 1,679 T20I runs in 74 matches at an average of 34.98, with 1 century internationally. He has also taken 5 T20I wickets at an average of 51.00 with an economy of 9.33.

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: Cooper Connolly 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, Cooper Connolly is the stronger pick right now with an average of 61 pts per game and a best score of 195 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, Cooper Connolly 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 Tim David?

Based on IPL 2026 season 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 IPL 2026.

Cooper Connolly vs Tim David — who is a better fantasy captain?

Cooper Connolly is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 61 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 Tim David?

Tim David has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (142.5), 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 Tim David?

Cooper Connolly costs 8.5 Cr and Tim David costs 9 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 Tim David won?

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

Should I pick Cooper Connolly or Tim David in my fantasy XI?

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

Who has more T20I runs, Cooper Connolly or Tim David?

Tim David has more T20I runs: Cooper Connolly has 91 in 14 matches (average 10.1) and Tim David has 1,679 in 74 (average 35.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Cooper Connolly or Tim David?

Cooper Connolly has more ODI runs: Cooper Connolly has 502 in 18 matches (average 38.6) and Tim David has 45 in 4 (average 11.3).
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