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Sam Curran vs Sikandar Raza: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Sam Curran or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has the edge on the headline numbers: Sikandar Raza leads on T20I batting (2,740 runs, avg 25.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Sam Curran (England) has 744 T20I runs at avg 21.3 in 80 matches. Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe) has 2,740 T20I runs at avg 25.6 in 123 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Sam Curran
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 10.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 ZIM · 8.5 cr
🏏
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
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
63
Avg Pts
169
Best FP
146.7
Pts/Cr
452
Total Runs
14
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Sam Curran
16 higher avg pts · 171 best fantasy score
🏏 Sam Curran
VS
🏏 Sikandar Raza
T20I Career Overview
80Matches123
🏏 Batting
744Runs2740
21.26Batting Avg25.61
129.84Strike Rate136.32
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries15
32Sixes 🔴136
58
Best Score
133*
🎳 Bowling
73Wickets103
26.90Bowling Avg24.06
—Economy Rate7.08
05-Wkt Hauls1
5/10
Best Figures
5/18
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Sam Curran vs Sikandar Raza — 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
StatisticSam CurranSikandar Raza
Matches1820
Avg fantasy points7963
Best fantasy score171169
Runs463452
Strike rate110.097.4
Fours3837
Sixes1312
Half-centuries (50+)22
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score11181
Wickets1914
Economy rate7.556.37
Best spell (wkts)42
Catches710
Total dismissals812
International career — T20I
StatisticSam CurranSikandar Raza
Matches80123
Runs7442740
Batting average21.2625.61
Strike rate129.8136.3
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)215
Wickets73103
Bowling average26.9024.06
Economy rate—7.08
Five-wicket hauls01

📋 Format by format

T20I. Sam Curran has played 80 T20Is and Sikandar Raza 123. Sam Curran has 744 runs at 21.3 (strike rate 129.8), against 2,740 at 25.6 (136.3) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Sam Curran 0, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 2 and 15. With the ball, Sam Curran has 73 wickets and Sikandar Raza 103 at 7.08; Sikandar Raza has more wickets.

ODI. Sam Curran has played 44 ODIs and Sikandar Raza 128. Sam Curran has 668 runs at 22.3 (strike rate 90.9), against 3,707 at 36.7 (87.8) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Sam Curran 0, Sikandar Raza 6. Fifties: 2 and 20. With the ball, Sam Curran has 43 wickets at an economy of 6.08 and Sikandar Raza 76 at 4.96; Sikandar Raza has more wickets.

Test. Sam Curran has played 24 Tests and Sikandar Raza 18. Sam Curran has 815 runs at 24.7 (strike rate 64.1), against 1,120 at 31.1 (54.6) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Sam Curran 0, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 3 and 8. With the ball, Sam Curran has 47 wickets at an economy of 3.24 and Sikandar Raza 34 at 3.30; Sam Curran has more wickets.

International numbers up to 1 September 2026.

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

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

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.

T20I career: Sikandar Raza has scored 2,740 T20I runs in 123 matches at an average of 25.61, with 1 century. He has also taken 103 T20I wickets at an average of 24.06 with an economy of 7.08.

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 — Sam Curran or Sikandar Raza?

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.

Sam Curran vs Sikandar Raza — 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 — Sam Curran or Sikandar Raza?

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 Sam Curran and Sikandar Raza?

Sam Curran costs 10.5 Cr and Sikandar Raza costs 8.5 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 Sam Curran and Sikandar Raza won?

Sam Curran has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Sikandar Raza has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Sam Curran or Sikandar Raza 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 England are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Zimbabwe. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Sam Curran or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more T20I runs: Sam Curran has 744 in 80 matches (average 21.3) and Sikandar Raza has 2,740 in 123 (average 25.6).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Sikandar Raza scores faster in T20Is: Sam Curran strikes at 129.8 and Sikandar Raza at 136.3.

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Sam Curran or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more T20I wickets: Sam Curran has 73 at an average of 26.9 and Sikandar Raza has 103 at 24.1.

Who has more ODI runs, Sam Curran or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more ODI runs: Sam Curran has 668 in 44 matches (average 22.3) and Sikandar Raza has 3,707 in 128 (average 36.7).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Sam Curran scores faster in ODIs: Sam Curran strikes at 90.9 and Sikandar Raza at 87.8.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Sam Curran or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more ODI wickets: Sam Curran has 43 at an average of 39.0 and Sikandar Raza has 76 at 46.3.
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