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Mitchell Santner vs Nicholas Pooran — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Mitchell Santner or Nicholas Pooran?

Nicholas Pooran has the edge on the headline numbers: Nicholas Pooran leads on T20I batting (2,275 runs, avg 26.1). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Mitchell Santner (Edinburgh Castle Rockers) has 1,108 T20I runs at avg 20.5 in 138 matches. Nicholas Pooran (Lucknow Super Giants) has 2,275 T20I runs at avg 26.1 in 106 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

Full season · batting · bowling · fielding · MOTM · form

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Mitchell Santner
🏰 ECR · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Nicholas Pooran
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Mitchell Santner
🏰 Edinburgh Castle Rockers
AR🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
65
Avg Pts
207
Best FP
127.1
Pts/Cr
298
Total Runs
18
Total Wkts
🏏
Nicholas Pooran
🦅 Lucknow Super Giants
🧤 WK🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
49
Avg Pts
157
Best FP
104.4
Pts/Cr
433
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.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Mitchell Santner
16 higher avg pts · 207 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM
🏏 Mitchell Santner
VS
🏏 Nicholas Pooran
T20I Career Overview
138Matches106
🏏 Batting
1108Runs2275
20.52Batting Avg26.15
133.17Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
2Half-Centuries13
42Sixes 🔴141
77*
Best Score
98
🎳 Bowling
142Wickets0
23.33Bowling Avg—
7.17Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/11
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Mitchell Santner vs Nicholas Pooran — 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
StatisticMitchell SantnerNicholas Pooran
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points6549
Best fantasy score207157
Runs298433
Strike rate151.3151.9
Fours2527
Sixes1234
Half-centuries (50+)13
Highest score5263
Wickets180
Economy rate6.700.00
Best spell (wkts)50
Catches814
Total dismissals919
International career — T20I
StatisticMitchell SantnerNicholas Pooran
Matches138106
Runs11082275
Batting average20.5226.15
Strike rate133.2—
Half-centuries (50+)213
Wickets1420
Bowling average23.33—
Economy rate7.17—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Mitchell Santner has played 138 T20Is and Nicholas Pooran 106. Mitchell Santner has 1,108 runs at 20.5 (strike rate 133.2), against 2,275 at 26.1 for Nicholas Pooran, so Nicholas Pooran has scored more. Mitchell Santner also bowls: 142 wickets at an economy of 7.17, while Nicholas Pooran has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Mitchell Santner has played 129 ODIs and Nicholas Pooran 57. Mitchell Santner has 1,648 runs at 27.0 (strike rate 92.4), against 1,829 at 38.9 (97.9) for Nicholas Pooran, so Nicholas Pooran has scored more. Hundreds: Mitchell Santner 0, Nicholas Pooran 3. Fifties: 3 and 9. With the ball, Mitchell Santner has 139 wickets and Nicholas Pooran 6 at 6.18; Mitchell Santner has more wickets.

International numbers up to 21 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Mitchell Santner
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Nicholas Pooran
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Mitchell Santner
65 avg pts · 207 best · 2 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Nicholas Pooran
Captaining Mitchell Santner gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Mitchell Santner vs Nicholas Pooran — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Mitchell Santner has scored 1,108 T20I runs in 138 matches at an average of 20.52, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 142 T20I wickets at an average of 23.33 with an economy of 7.17.

T20I career: Nicholas Pooran has scored 2,275 T20I runs in 106 matches at an average of 26.15, with 13 half-centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Mitchell Santner is the stronger pick with an average of 65 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 — Mitchell Santner or Nicholas Pooran?

Based on recent data, Mitchell Santner has the edge with a higher average of 65 fantasy points per game. Nicholas Pooran leads in runs scored (433 runs). Overall Mitchell Santner is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Mitchell Santner vs Nicholas Pooran — who is a better fantasy captain?

Mitchell Santner is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 65 pts per game with a best score of 207 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 — Mitchell Santner or Nicholas Pooran?

Nicholas Pooran has the superior batting strike rate this season (151.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Mitchell Santner and Nicholas Pooran?

Mitchell Santner costs 9 Cr and Nicholas Pooran 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 Mitchell Santner and Nicholas Pooran won?

Mitchell Santner has won 2 Man of the Match awards and Nicholas Pooran has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Mitchell Santner or Nicholas Pooran in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Mitchell Santner is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Edinburgh Castle Rockers are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Lucknow Super Giants. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Mitchell Santner or Nicholas Pooran?

Nicholas Pooran has more T20I runs: Mitchell Santner has 1,108 in 138 matches (average 20.5) and Nicholas Pooran has 2,275 in 106 (average 26.1).

Who has more ODI runs, Mitchell Santner or Nicholas Pooran?

Nicholas Pooran has more ODI runs: Mitchell Santner has 1,648 in 129 matches (average 27.0) and Nicholas Pooran has 1,829 in 57 (average 38.9).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Nicholas Pooran scores faster in ODIs: Mitchell Santner strikes at 92.4 and Nicholas Pooran at 97.9.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Mitchell Santner or Nicholas Pooran?

Mitchell Santner has more ODI wickets: Mitchell Santner has 139 at an average of 35.0 and Nicholas Pooran has 6 at 29.0.
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