Cooper Connolly is a specialist batsman from Australia playing for Punjab Kings. IPL 2026 fantasy price: 8.5 Cr on CricketDream.
🏏PLAYER DETAILS
🌍INTERNATIONAL CAREER
In T20Is, Cooper Connolly has scored 91 runs across 14 matches at an average of 10.11 (SR 122.97). His best score is 47. He has taken 3 T20I wickets at an average of 77.00 and economy of 9.24, with best figures of 1/24. In ODIs, Cooper Connolly has scored 281 runs across 12 matches at an average of 35.13 (SR 86.46), with 1 century and 1 half-century. His best score is 149. He has taken 6 ODI wickets at an average of 22.83 and economy of 5.27, with best figures of 5/22. In Tests, Cooper Connolly has scored 4 runs across 1 matches at an average of 4.00 (SR 66.67). His best score is 4.
| Format | Mat | Runs | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | Wkts | Bowl Avg | Eco |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I | 14 | 91 | 10.11 | 122.97 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 77.00 | 9.24 |
| ODI | 12 | 281 | 35.13 | 86.46 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 22.83 | 5.27 |
| Test | 1 | 4 | 4.00 | 66.67 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 4.20 |
| M | Inn | NO | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 50s | 100s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 10 | 1 | 91 | 47 | 10.11 | 122.97 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 5 |
| Inn | Wkts | Runs | Avg | Eco | SR | BBI | 5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 3 | 231 | 77.00 | 9.24 | 50.0 | 1/24 | 0 |
📋PLAYER OVERVIEW
Cooper Connolly is a overseas specialist batsman representing Punjab Kings in IPL 2026. He carries a fantasy credit value of 8.5 Cr on CricketDream.
Across 14 matches this IPL season, Cooper Connolly has scored 925 fantasy points — 66 a game, at 108.8 points per credit. The median specialist batsman in the pool returns 39 a game, so he is running 69% above his position across 226 comparable players.
📊RECENT FORM (LAST 5 MATCHES)
| vs | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Catches | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SA | 38 | 42 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| ZIM | 21 | 39 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| AUS | 78 ⭐ | 69 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 176 |
| AUS | 51 ⭐ | 46 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 105 |
| Match #150 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Over his last 5 games he is averaging 74 fantasy points, against 66 for the season. Most recently against SA: 63. Best of the run was 176 against AUS. 2 fiftys in that stretch.
🎯FANTASY VERDICT
✅ 66 a game at 8.5 Cr — 108.8 points per credit. The median specialist batsman returns 39 a game. He is earning the price tag.
CREDIT VALUE
❓FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are Cooper Connolly's IPL 2026 fantasy stats?▾
Cooper Connolly has scored 925 fantasy points across 14 matches in IPL 2026, averaging 66 pts per game. At 8.5 Cr he delivers 108.8 points per credit — excellent value this season.
Is Cooper Connolly a good fantasy pick in IPL 2026?▾
Yes — Cooper Connolly is one of the premium picks at 8.5 Cr with an elite 66-point average. He is a safe starter in most fantasy formats.
Which IPL team does Cooper Connolly play for in 2026?▾
Cooper Connolly plays for Punjab Kings as a batsman in IPL 2026.
What is Cooper Connolly's fantasy credit value on CricketDream?▾
Cooper Connolly is priced at 8.5 credits on CricketDream for IPL 2026. He has returned 108.8 fantasy points per credit this season across 14 matches.
Should I pick Cooper Connolly as captain or vice-captain?▾
Cooper Connolly is a strong C/VC option — he averages 66 pts per game with match-winning potential. Captaining him gives you 2× points.
What is Cooper Connolly's role in IPL 2026 fantasy cricket?▾
Cooper Connolly is a batsman for Punjab Kings. As a specialist batsman his value is highest on flat, batting-friendly pitches.
How has Cooper Connolly performed in recent IPL 2026 matches?▾
Cooper Connolly has played 14 matches in IPL 2026 with a total of 925 fantasy points. His form has been excellent, averaging 66 pts per game. Data is updated after every completed match.
How many points per credit does Cooper Connolly deliver in IPL 2026?▾
Cooper Connolly returns 108.8 fantasy points per credit at his price of 8.5 Cr. This is outstanding value and makes him one of the best options in his price range.
What are Cooper Connolly's international cricket career stats?▾
Cooper Connolly has international career data across T20I, ODI, Test. His best batting format is ODI, where he has scored 281 runs in 12 matches with a batting average of 35.13.
How many T20I runs has Cooper Connolly scored in international cricket?▾
Cooper Connolly has scored 91 runs in 14 T20I matches (10 innings), averaging 10.11 at a strike rate of 122.97. His highest score is 47.
How many T20I wickets does Cooper Connolly have?▾
Cooper Connolly has taken 3 wickets in T20I cricket across 9 bowling innings with a bowling average of 77.00 and an economy rate of 9.24. His best bowling figures are 1/24.
How many ODI runs has Cooper Connolly scored in international cricket?▾
Cooper Connolly has scored 281 runs in 12 ODI matches (9 innings), averaging 35.13 at a strike rate of 86.46. He has hit 1 century and 1 half-century in ODIs. His highest score is 149.
How many ODI wickets does Cooper Connolly have?▾
Cooper Connolly has taken 6 wickets in ODI cricket across 5 bowling innings with a bowling average of 22.83 and an economy rate of 5.27. His best bowling figures are 5/22 with 1 five-wicket haul.
How many Test runs has Cooper Connolly scored in international cricket?▾
Cooper Connolly has scored 4 runs in 1 Test matches (1 innings), averaging 4.00 at a strike rate of 66.67. His highest score is 4.
How does Cooper Connolly's IPL performance compare to his international career?▾
In IPL 2026, Cooper Connolly averages 66 fantasy points per match. Internationally, his best batting average is 35.13 in ODIs — demonstrating his pedigree as a world-class cricketer across formats.
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