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Sam Curran vs Tilak Varma — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Sam Curran or Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the edge on the headline numbers: Tilak Varma leads on T20I batting (1,619 runs, avg 45.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Sam Curran (England) has 744 T20I runs at avg 21.3 in 80 matches. Tilak Varma (India) has 1,619 T20I runs at avg 45.0 in 57 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
🏏
Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 IND · 8 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
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Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
8 cr
Credits
45
Avg Pts
141
Best FP
167.3
Pts/Cr
388
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Sam Curran
34 higher avg pts · 171 best fantasy score
🏏 Sam Curran
VS
🏏 Tilak Varma
T20I Career Overview
80Matches57
🏏 Batting
744Runs1619
21.26Batting Avg44.97
129.84Strike Rate145.72
0Centuries2
2Half-Centuries9
32Sixes 🔴82
58
Best Score
120*
🎳 Bowling
73Wickets5
26.90Bowling Avg12.80
—Economy Rate6.10
05-Wkt Hauls0
5/10
Best Figures
1/1
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Sam Curran vs Tilak Varma — 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 CurranTilak Varma
Matches1820
Avg fantasy points7945
Best fantasy score171141
Runs463388
Strike rate110.0147.5
Fours3827
Sixes1318
Half-centuries (50+)24
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score11160
Wickets191
Economy rate7.559.00
Best spell (wkts)41
Catches715
Total dismissals818
International career — T20I
StatisticSam CurranTilak Varma
Matches8057
Runs7441619
Batting average21.2644.97
Strike rate129.8145.7
Centuries (100+)02
Half-centuries (50+)29
Wickets735
Bowling average26.9012.80
Economy rate—6.10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Sam Curran has played 80 T20Is and Tilak Varma 57. Sam Curran has 744 runs at 21.3 (strike rate 129.8), against 1,619 at 45.0 (145.7) for Tilak Varma, so Tilak Varma has scored more. Hundreds: Sam Curran 0, Tilak Varma 2. Fifties: 2 and 9. With the ball, Sam Curran has 73 wickets and Tilak Varma 5 at 6.10; Sam Curran has more wickets.

ODI. Sam Curran has played 44 ODIs and Tilak Varma 5. Sam Curran has 668 runs at 22.3 (strike rate 90.9), against 68 at 22.7 (57.1) for Tilak Varma, so Sam Curran has scored more. Sam Curran also bowls: 43 wickets at an economy of 6.08, while Tilak Varma has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 26 July 2026.

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

Sam Curran vs Tilak Varma — 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: Tilak Varma has scored 1,619 T20I runs in 57 matches at an average of 44.97, with 2 centuries. He has also taken 5 T20I wickets at an average of 12.80 with an economy of 6.10.

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 Tilak Varma?

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 Tilak Varma — 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 Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has the superior batting strike rate this season (147.5), 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 Tilak Varma?

Sam Curran costs 10.5 Cr and Tilak Varma costs 8 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 Tilak Varma won?

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

Should I pick Sam Curran or Tilak Varma 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 India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Sam Curran or Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma has more T20I runs: Sam Curran has 744 in 80 matches (average 21.3) and Tilak Varma has 1,619 in 57 (average 45.0).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Tilak Varma scores faster in T20Is: Sam Curran strikes at 129.8 and Tilak Varma at 145.7.

Who has taken more T20I wickets, Sam Curran or Tilak Varma?

Sam Curran has more T20I wickets: Sam Curran has 73 at an average of 26.9 and Tilak Varma has 5 at 12.8.

Who has more ODI runs, Sam Curran or Tilak Varma?

Sam Curran has more ODI runs: Sam Curran has 668 in 44 matches (average 22.3) and Tilak Varma has 68 in 5 (average 22.7).
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