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Lahiru Udara vs Sanju Samson: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Q: Who has better IPL 2026 stats — Lahiru Udara or Sanju Samson?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Lahiru Udara has the edge with a higher average of 84 fantasy points per game. Lahiru Udara leads in runs scored (705 runs). Overall Lahiru Udara is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Q: Who has a better strike rate — Lahiru Udara or Sanju Samson?

Sanju Samson has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (169.2), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

Q: What is the price difference between Lahiru Udara and Sanju Samson?

Lahiru Udara costs 8.5 Cr and Sanju Samson 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.

Q: How many MOTM awards have Lahiru Udara and Sanju Samson won?

In IPL 2026, Lahiru Udara has won 1 Man of the Match award and Sanju Samson has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Who is better — Lahiru Udara or Sanju Samson?

Compare batting averages, strike rates, wickets and IPL fantasy points below.

Lahiru Udara (Sri Lanka) — international career stats below. Sanju Samson (India) has 1,558 T20I runs at avg 27.3 in 70 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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PLAYER 1

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Lahiru Udara

🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 cr

PLAYER 2

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Sanju Samson

🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr

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Lahiru Udara

🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM

8.5 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

268

Best FP

148.9

Pts/Cr

705

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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Sanju Samson

🇮🇳 India

🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM

9 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

155

Best FP

211.6

Pts/Cr

472

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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🔥 Clear Pick

🏏 Lahiru Udara

32 higher avg pts · 268 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM

🏏 Lahiru Udara

🏏 Sanju Samson

T20I Career Overview

—Matches70

🏏 Batting

—Runs1558

—Batting Avg27.33

—Centuries3

—Half-Centuries8

—Sixes 🔴86

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Best Score

111

Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Lahiru Udara vs Sanju Samson — 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
Statistic	Lahiru Udara	Sanju Samson
Matches	15	20
Avg fantasy points	84	52
Best fantasy score	268	155
Runs	705	472
Strike rate	120.9	169.2
Fours	87	50
Sixes	22	27
Half-centuries (50+)	4	5
Centuries (100+)	2	0
Highest score	188	82
Catches	9	10
Total dismissals	11	15

Stats updated 27 Oct 2026

⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick

🏏 Lahiru Udara

✓ Superior run-scorer

✓ Higher avg fantasy pts

🏏 Sanju Samson

✓ Higher strike rate

✓ More big-hitting sixes

👑 Captaincy Recommendation

C: 🏏 Lahiru Udara

84 avg pts · 268 best · 1 MOTM

VC: 🏏 Sanju Samson

Captaining Lahiru Udara gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

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Sanju Samson

Player of the Tournament at the 2026 T20 World Cup

T20 World Cup 2026: Player of the Tournament. In the final Samson and Abhishek Sharma shared a 98-run stand against New Zealand.

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Lahiru Udara vs Sanju Samson — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

Lahiru Udara does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

T20I career: Sanju Samson has scored 1,558 T20I runs in 70 matches at an average of 27.33, with 3 centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Lahiru Udara is the stronger pick with an average of 84 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 — Lahiru Udara or Sanju Samson?

Based on recent data, Lahiru Udara has the edge with a higher average of 84 fantasy points per game. Lahiru Udara leads in runs scored (705 runs). Overall Lahiru Udara is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Lahiru Udara vs Sanju Samson — who is a better fantasy captain?

Lahiru Udara is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 84 pts per game with a best score of 268 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 — Lahiru Udara or Sanju Samson?

Sanju Samson has the superior batting strike rate this season (169.2), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Lahiru Udara and Sanju Samson?

Lahiru Udara costs 8.5 Cr and Sanju Samson 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 Lahiru Udara and Sanju Samson won?

Lahiru Udara has won 1 Man of the Match award and Sanju Samson has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Lahiru Udara or Sanju Samson in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Lahiru Udara is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Sri Lanka are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

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