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MS Dhoni vs Sam Curran — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — MS Dhoni or Sam Curran?

MS Dhoni has the edge on the headline numbers: MS Dhoni leads on T20I batting (1,617 runs, avg 37.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

MS Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings) has 1,617 T20I runs at avg 37.6 in 98 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
🏏
MS Dhoni
🦁 CSK · 10 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Sam Curran
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 10.5 cr
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MS Dhoni
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
🧤 WK
10 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Sam Curran
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
AR🌏 OS
10.5 cr
Credits
79
Avg Pts
171
Best FP
134.8
Pts/Cr
463
Total Runs
19
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
79 higher avg pts · 171 best fantasy score
🏏 MS Dhoni
VS
🏏 Sam Curran
T20I Career Overview
98Matches80
🏏 Batting
1617Runs744
37.60Batting Avg21.26
126.13Strike Rate129.84
0Centuries0
2Half-Centuries2
52Sixes 🔴32
56
Best Score
58
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets73
—Bowling Avg26.90
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
5/10
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

MS Dhoni 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
StatisticMS DhoniSam Curran
Matches018
Avg fantasy points079
Best fantasy score0171
Runs0463
Strike rate0.0110.0
Fours038
Sixes013
Half-centuries (50+)02
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score0111
Wickets019
Economy rate0.007.55
Best spell (wkts)04
Catches07
Total dismissals08
International career — T20I
StatisticMS DhoniSam Curran
Matches9880
Runs1617744
Batting average37.6021.26
Strike rate126.1129.8
Half-centuries (50+)22
Wickets073
Bowling average—26.90

📋 Format by format

T20I. MS Dhoni has played 98 T20Is and Sam Curran 80. MS Dhoni has 1,617 runs at 37.6 (strike rate 126.1), against 744 at 21.3 (129.8) for Sam Curran, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Sam Curran also bowls: 73 wickets, while MS Dhoni has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. MS Dhoni has played 350 ODIs and Sam Curran 44. MS Dhoni has 10,773 runs at 50.6 (strike rate 87.6), against 668 at 22.3 (90.9) for Sam Curran, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: MS Dhoni 10, Sam Curran 0. Fifties: 73 and 2. With the ball, MS Dhoni has 1 wickets at an economy of 5.17 and Sam Curran 43 at 6.08; Sam Curran has more wickets while MS Dhoni is more economical.

Test. MS Dhoni has played 90 Tests and Sam Curran 24. MS Dhoni has 4,876 runs at 38.1 (strike rate 59.1), against 815 at 24.7 (64.1) for Sam Curran, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: MS Dhoni 6, Sam Curran 0. Fifties: 33 and 3. Sam Curran also bowls: 47 wickets at an economy of 3.24, while MS Dhoni has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: MS Dhoni has scored 1,617 T20I runs in 98 matches at an average of 37.60, with 2 half-centuries.

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 79 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 — MS Dhoni or Sam Curran?

Based on recent data, Sam Curran has the edge with a higher average of 79 fantasy points per game. Sam Curran leads in runs scored (463 runs). Overall Sam Curran is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

MS Dhoni vs Sam Curran — who is a better fantasy captain?

Sam Curran is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 79 pts per game with a best score of 171 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 — MS Dhoni 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 MS Dhoni and Sam Curran?

MS Dhoni costs 10 Cr and Sam Curran costs 10.5 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 MS Dhoni and Sam Curran won?

MS Dhoni 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 MS Dhoni 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 Chennai Super 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, MS Dhoni or Sam Curran?

MS Dhoni has more T20I runs: MS Dhoni has 1,617 in 98 matches (average 37.6) and Sam Curran has 744 in 80 (average 21.3).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Sam Curran scores faster in T20Is: MS Dhoni strikes at 126.1 and Sam Curran at 129.8.

Who has more ODI runs, MS Dhoni or Sam Curran?

MS Dhoni has more ODI runs: MS Dhoni has 10,773 in 350 matches (average 50.6) and Sam Curran has 668 in 44 (average 22.3).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Sam Curran scores faster in ODIs: MS Dhoni strikes at 87.6 and Sam Curran at 90.9.

Who has more Test runs, MS Dhoni or Sam Curran?

MS Dhoni has more Test runs: MS Dhoni has 4,876 in 90 matches (average 38.1) and Sam Curran has 815 in 24 (average 24.7).
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