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Mushfiqur Rahim vs Sam Curran — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Mushfiqur Rahim 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.

Mushfiqur Rahim (Bangladesh) has 1,500 T20I runs at avg 19.5 in 102 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
🏏
Mushfiqur Rahim
🇧🇩 BAN · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Sam Curran
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 10.5 cr
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Mushfiqur Rahim
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
🧤 WK🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
28
Avg Pts
55
Best FP
13.4
Pts/Cr
81
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
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
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Sam Curran
51 higher avg pts · 171 best fantasy score
🏏 Mushfiqur Rahim
VS
🏏 Sam Curran
T20I Career Overview
102Matches80
🏏 Batting
1500Runs744
19.48Batting Avg21.26
114.94Strike Rate129.84
0Centuries0
6Half-Centuries2
37Sixes 🔴32
72*
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

Mushfiqur Rahim 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
StatisticMushfiqur RahimSam Curran
Matches418
Avg fantasy points2879
Best fantasy score55171
Runs81463
Strike rate48.5110.0
Fours1138
Sixes013
Half-centuries (50+)02
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score43111
Wickets019
Economy rate0.007.55
Best spell (wkts)04
Catches17
Total dismissals18
International career — T20I
StatisticMushfiqur RahimSam Curran
Matches10280
Runs1500744
Batting average19.4821.26
Strike rate114.9129.8
Half-centuries (50+)62
Wickets073
Bowling average—26.90

📋 Format by format

T20I. Mushfiqur Rahim has played 102 T20Is and Sam Curran 80. Mushfiqur Rahim has 1,500 runs at 19.5 (strike rate 114.9), against 744 at 21.3 (129.8) for Sam Curran, so Mushfiqur Rahim has scored more. Sam Curran also bowls: 73 wickets, while Mushfiqur Rahim has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Mushfiqur Rahim has played 274 ODIs and Sam Curran 44. Mushfiqur Rahim has 7,795 runs at 36.4 (strike rate 79.8), against 668 at 22.3 (90.9) for Sam Curran, so Mushfiqur Rahim has scored more. Hundreds: Mushfiqur Rahim 9, Sam Curran 0. Fifties: 49 and 2. Sam Curran also bowls: 43 wickets at an economy of 6.08, while Mushfiqur Rahim has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Mushfiqur Rahim has played 105 Tests and Sam Curran 24. Mushfiqur Rahim has 6,876 runs at 39.1, against 815 at 24.7 (64.1) for Sam Curran, so Mushfiqur Rahim has scored more. Hundreds: Mushfiqur Rahim 14, Sam Curran 0. Fifties: 29 and 3. Sam Curran also bowls: 47 wickets at an economy of 3.24, while Mushfiqur Rahim has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 22 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Mushfiqur Rahim
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: 🏏 Mushfiqur Rahim
Captaining Sam Curran gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Mushfiqur Rahim has scored 1,500 T20I runs in 102 matches at an average of 19.48, with 6 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 — Mushfiqur Rahim 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.

Mushfiqur Rahim 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 — Mushfiqur Rahim 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 Mushfiqur Rahim and Sam Curran?

Mushfiqur Rahim costs 8.5 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 Mushfiqur Rahim and Sam Curran won?

Mushfiqur Rahim 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 Mushfiqur Rahim 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 Bangladesh 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, Mushfiqur Rahim or Sam Curran?

Mushfiqur Rahim has more T20I runs: Mushfiqur Rahim has 1,500 in 102 matches (average 19.5) and Sam Curran has 744 in 80 (average 21.3).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Sam Curran scores faster in T20Is: Mushfiqur Rahim strikes at 114.9 and Sam Curran at 129.8.

Who has more ODI runs, Mushfiqur Rahim or Sam Curran?

Mushfiqur Rahim has more ODI runs: Mushfiqur Rahim has 7,795 in 274 matches (average 36.4) and Sam Curran has 668 in 44 (average 22.3).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Sam Curran scores faster in ODIs: Mushfiqur Rahim strikes at 79.8 and Sam Curran at 90.9.

Who has more Test runs, Mushfiqur Rahim or Sam Curran?

Mushfiqur Rahim has more Test runs: Mushfiqur Rahim has 6,876 in 105 matches (average 39.1) and Sam Curran has 815 in 24 (average 24.7).
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