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Sanju Samson vs Tim David — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Sanju Samson or Tim David?

Tim David has the edge on the headline numbers: Tim David leads on T20I batting (1,679 runs, avg 35.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Sanju Samson (India) has 1,558 T20I runs at avg 27.3 in 70 matches. Tim David (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) has 1,679 T20I runs at avg 35.0 in 74 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Sanju Samson
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Tim David
🔴 RCB · 9 cr
🏏
Sanju Samson
🇮🇳 India
🧤 WK🏅 2× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
61
Avg Pts
222
Best FP
177.6
Pts/Cr
536
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Tim David
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
BAT🌏 OS
9 cr
Credits
38
Avg Pts
118
Best FP
146.4
Pts/Cr
369
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Sanju Samson
23 higher avg pts · 222 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM
🏏 Sanju Samson
VS
🏏 Tim David
T20I Career Overview
70Matches74
🏏 Batting
1558Runs1679
27.33Batting Avg34.98
—Strike Rate169.08
3Centuries1
8Half-Centuries9
86Sixes 🔴110
111
Best Score
102*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets5
—Bowling Avg51.00
—Economy Rate9.33
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
1/18
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Sanju Samson vs Tim David — 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 SamsonTim David
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points6138
Best fantasy score222118
Runs536369
Strike rate164.4142.5
Fours5622
Sixes3024
Half-centuries (50+)41
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10168
Wickets01
Economy rate0.003.18
Best spell (wkts)01
Catches911
Total dismissals1511
International career — T20I
StatisticSanju SamsonTim David
Matches7074
Runs15581679
Batting average27.3334.98
Strike rate—169.1
Centuries (100+)31
Half-centuries (50+)89
Wickets05
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—9.33

📋 Format by format

T20I. Sanju Samson has played 70 T20Is and Tim David 74. Sanju Samson has 1,558 runs at 27.3, against 1,679 at 35.0 (169.1) for Tim David, so Tim David has scored more. Hundreds: Sanju Samson 3, Tim David 1. Fifties: 8 and 9. Tim David also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 9.33, while Sanju Samson has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Sanju Samson has played 16 ODIs and Tim David 4. Sanju Samson has 510 runs at 56.7 (strike rate 99.6), against 45 at 11.3 (84.9) for Tim David, so Sanju Samson has scored more. Hundreds: Sanju Samson 1, Tim David 0. Fifties: 3 and 0.

International numbers up to 11 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Sanju Samson
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Tim David
✓ More wickets
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Sanju Samson
61 avg pts · 222 best · 2 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Tim David
Captaining Sanju Samson gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Sanju Samson vs Tim David — 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: Tim David has scored 1,679 T20I runs in 74 matches at an average of 34.98, with 1 century. He has also taken 5 T20I wickets at an average of 51.00 with an economy of 9.33.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Sanju Samson is the stronger pick with an average of 61 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 Tim David?

Based on recent data, Sanju Samson has the edge with a higher average of 61 fantasy points per game. Sanju Samson leads in runs scored (536 runs). Overall Sanju Samson is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Sanju Samson vs Tim David — who is a better fantasy captain?

Sanju Samson is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 61 pts per game with a best score of 222 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 Tim David?

Sanju Samson has the superior batting strike rate this season (164.4), 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 Tim David?

Sanju Samson costs 9 Cr and Tim David costs 9 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 Tim David won?

Sanju Samson has won 2 Man of the Match awards and Tim David has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Sanju Samson or Tim David in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Sanju Samson 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 Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Sanju Samson or Tim David?

Tim David has more T20I runs: Sanju Samson has 1,558 in 70 matches (average 27.3) and Tim David has 1,679 in 74 (average 35.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Sanju Samson or Tim David?

Sanju Samson has more ODI runs: Sanju Samson has 510 in 16 matches (average 56.7) and Tim David has 45 in 4 (average 11.3).
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