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Sanju Samson vs Sikandar Raza: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Sanju Samson or Sikandar Raza?

Sanju Samson has the edge on the headline numbers: Sanju Samson leads on T20I batting (1,558 runs, avg 27.3). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Sanju Samson (India) has 1,558 T20I runs at avg 27.3 in 70 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
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Sanju Samson
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Sikandar Raza
🇿🇼 ZIM · 8.5 cr
🏏
Sanju Samson
🇮🇳 India
🧤 WK🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
54
Avg Pts
173
Best FP
194.3
Pts/Cr
480
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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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
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Sikandar Raza
9 higher avg pts · 169 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Sanju Samson
VS
🏏 Sikandar Raza
T20I Career Overview
70Matches123
🏏 Batting
1558Runs2740
27.33Batting Avg25.61
—Strike Rate136.32
3Centuries1
8Half-Centuries15
86Sixes 🔴136
111
Best Score
133*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets103
—Bowling Avg24.06
—Economy Rate7.08
05-Wkt Hauls1
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Best Figures
5/18
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Sanju Samson 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
StatisticSanju SamsonSikandar Raza
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5463
Best fantasy score173169
Runs480452
Strike rate166.197.4
Fours4937
Sixes2812
Half-centuries (50+)52
Highest score8781
Wickets014
Economy rate0.006.37
Best spell (wkts)02
Catches910
Total dismissals1412
International career — T20I
StatisticSanju SamsonSikandar Raza
Matches70123
Runs15582740
Batting average27.3325.61
Strike rate—136.3
Centuries (100+)31
Half-centuries (50+)815
Wickets0103
Bowling average—24.06
Economy rate—7.08
Five-wicket hauls01

📋 Format by format

T20I. Sanju Samson has played 70 T20Is and Sikandar Raza 123. Sanju Samson has 1,558 runs at 27.3, against 2,740 at 25.6 (136.3) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Sanju Samson 3, Sikandar Raza 1. Fifties: 8 and 15. Sikandar Raza also bowls: 103 wickets at an economy of 7.08, while Sanju Samson has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Sanju Samson has played 16 ODIs and Sikandar Raza 128. Sanju Samson has 510 runs at 56.7 (strike rate 99.6), against 3,707 at 36.7 (87.8) for Sikandar Raza, so Sikandar Raza has scored more. Hundreds: Sanju Samson 1, Sikandar Raza 6. Fifties: 3 and 20. Sikandar Raza also bowls: 76 wickets at an economy of 4.96, while Sanju Samson has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 1 September 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Sanju Samson
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
🏏 Sikandar Raza
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Sikandar Raza
63 avg pts · 169 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Sanju Samson
Captaining Sikandar Raza gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Sanju Samson has scored 1,558 T20I runs in 70 matches at an average of 27.33, with 3 centuries.

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, Sikandar Raza is the stronger pick with an average of 63 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 — Sanju Samson or Sikandar Raza?

Based on recent data, Sikandar Raza has the edge with a higher average of 63 fantasy points per game. Sanju Samson leads in runs scored (480 runs). Overall Sikandar Raza is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Sanju Samson vs Sikandar Raza — who is a better fantasy captain?

Sikandar Raza is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 63 pts per game with a best score of 173 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 — Sanju Samson or Sikandar Raza?

Sanju Samson has the superior batting strike rate this season (166.1), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Sanju Samson and Sikandar Raza?

Sanju Samson costs 9 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 Sanju Samson and Sikandar Raza won?

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

Should I pick Sanju Samson or Sikandar Raza in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Sikandar Raza is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if India 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, Sanju Samson or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more T20I runs: Sanju Samson has 1,558 in 70 matches (average 27.3) and Sikandar Raza has 2,740 in 123 (average 25.6).

Who has more ODI runs, Sanju Samson or Sikandar Raza?

Sikandar Raza has more ODI runs: Sanju Samson has 510 in 16 matches (average 56.7) and Sikandar Raza has 3,707 in 128 (average 36.7).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Sanju Samson scores faster in ODIs: Sanju Samson strikes at 99.6 and Sikandar Raza at 87.8.
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