Sam Curran vs Yuzvendra Chahal — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Sam Curran vs Yuzvendra Chahal is one of the most searched cricket comparisons, combining international career stats with IPL fantasy data. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.

Sam Curran is a all-rounder for Rajasthan Royals, priced at 9.5 Cr this season. No IPL 2026 performance data recorded yet — see international career stats below.

International career: Sam Curran has scored 696 T20I runs in 74 matches at an average of 20.47, with 2 half-centuries internationally. He has also taken 61 T20I wickets at an average of 30.11 with an economy of 8.84. In ODIs, he has 632 runs across 40 matches (avg 23.4).

Yuzvendra Chahal is a specialist bowler for Punjab Kings, priced at 9 Cr. Across 13 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 373 fantasy points, averaging 29 pts per game with a best of 94 pts., picking up 12 IPL wickets at an economy of 9.39.

International career: Yuzvendra Chahal has scored 6 T20I runs in 80 matches at an average of 3.00 internationally. He has also taken 96 T20I wickets at an average of 25.09 with an economy of 8.19. He has taken 119 ODI wickets internationally.

Bowling edge: Yuzvendra Chahal has been the more impactful bowler in IPL 2026, and becomes especially valuable in conditions that offer pace or spin movement.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Yuzvendra Chahal is the stronger pick right now with an average of 29 pts per game and a best score of 94 pts. The value-for-money metric (points per credit) further reinforces this — always check this number before finalising your captain or vice-captain choice.

Captaincy Recommendation: Based on IPL 2026 season form, Yuzvendra Chahal is the safer captaincy option. However, if the opposition's bowling or batting lineup suits the other player, consider rotating your captain pick. Always check the playing XI, pitch report, and toss result before locking in your captain.

Stats are updated after every IPL 2026 match. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool or check the Fantasy Leaderboard to see how top managers are building their teams.