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Marco Jansen vs Sam Curran: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Marco Jansen 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.

Marco Jansen (Punjab Kings) has 268 T20I runs at avg 17.9 in 30 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
🏏
Marco Jansen
🦁 PBKS · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Sam Curran
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Marco Jansen
🦁 Punjab Kings
AR🌏 OS
9 cr
Credits
57
Avg Pts
204
Best FP
136.4
Pts/Cr
295
Total Runs
20
Total Wkts
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Sam Curran
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
AR🌏 OS
9.5 cr
Credits
77
Avg Pts
171
Best FP
153.1
Pts/Cr
463
Total Runs
20
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
20 higher avg pts · 171 best fantasy score
🏏 Marco Jansen
VS
🏏 Sam Curran
T20I Career Overview
30Matches80
🏏 Batting
268Runs744
17.87Batting Avg21.26
153.14Strike Rate129.84
0Centuries0
2Half-Centuries2
20Sixes 🔴32
55*
Best Score
58
🎳 Bowling
33Wickets73
29.76Bowling Avg26.90
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/22
Best Figures
5/10
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Marco Jansen 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
StatisticMarco JansenSam Curran
Matches2019
Avg fantasy points5777
Best fantasy score204171
Runs295463
Strike rate99.3110.0
Fours3138
Sixes1213
Half-centuries (50+)32
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score85111
Wickets2020
Economy rate7.087.59
Best spell (wkts)44
Catches139
Total dismissals1510
International career — T20I
StatisticMarco JansenSam Curran
Matches3080
Runs268744
Batting average17.8721.26
Strike rate153.1129.8
Half-centuries (50+)22
Wickets3373
Bowling average29.7626.90

📋 Format by format

T20I. Marco Jansen has played 30 T20Is and Sam Curran 80. Marco Jansen has 268 runs at 17.9 (strike rate 153.1), against 744 at 21.3 (129.8) for Sam Curran, so Sam Curran has scored more. With the ball, Marco Jansen has 33 wickets and Sam Curran 73; Sam Curran has more wickets.

ODI. Marco Jansen has played 34 ODIs and Sam Curran 44. Marco Jansen has 647 runs at 27.0, against 668 at 22.3 (90.9) for Sam Curran, so Sam Curran has scored more. With the ball, Marco Jansen has 52 wickets and Sam Curran 43 at 6.08; Marco Jansen has more wickets.

Test. Marco Jansen has played 21 Tests and Sam Curran 24. Marco Jansen has 624 runs at 23.1 (strike rate 54.5), against 815 at 24.7 (64.1) for Sam Curran, so Sam Curran has scored more. With the ball, Marco Jansen has 89 wickets at an economy of 3.31 and Sam Curran 47 at 3.24; Marco Jansen has more wickets while Sam Curran is more economical.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

Marco Jansen vs Sam Curran — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Marco Jansen has scored 268 T20I runs in 30 matches at an average of 17.87, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 33 T20I wickets at an average of 29.76.

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 77 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 — Marco Jansen or Sam Curran?

Based on recent data, Sam Curran has the edge with a higher average of 77 fantasy points per game. Sam Curran leads in runs scored (463 runs). Overall Sam Curran is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Marco Jansen vs Sam Curran — who is a better fantasy captain?

Sam Curran is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 77 pts per game with a best score of 204 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 — Marco Jansen or Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has the superior batting strike rate this season (110.0), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Marco Jansen and Sam Curran?

Marco Jansen costs 9 Cr and Sam Curran costs 9.5 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 Marco Jansen and Sam Curran won?

Marco Jansen 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 Marco Jansen 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, Marco Jansen or Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has more T20I runs: Marco Jansen has 268 in 30 matches (average 17.9) and Sam Curran has 744 in 80 (average 21.3).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Marco Jansen scores faster in T20Is: Marco Jansen strikes at 153.1 and Sam Curran at 129.8.

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Marco Jansen or Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has more T20I wickets: Marco Jansen has 33 at an average of 29.8 and Sam Curran has 73 at 26.9.

Who has more ODI runs, Marco Jansen or Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has more ODI runs: Marco Jansen has 647 in 34 matches (average 27.0) and Sam Curran has 668 in 44 (average 22.3).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Marco Jansen or Sam Curran?

Marco Jansen has more ODI wickets: Marco Jansen has 52 at an average of 33.8 and Sam Curran has 43 at 39.0.

Who has more Test runs, Marco Jansen or Sam Curran?

Sam Curran has more Test runs: Marco Jansen has 624 in 21 matches (average 23.1) and Sam Curran has 815 in 24 (average 24.7).

Who has taken more Test wickets, Marco Jansen or Sam Curran?

Marco Jansen has more Test wickets: Marco Jansen has 89 at an average of 21.1 and Sam Curran has 47 at 35.5.
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