Sam Curran

Sam Curran is an English left-handed batting all-rounder and left-arm medium-fast bowler who brings versatility and energy to the team. Born in Northampton, he comes from a cricketing family and is the younger brother of fellow cricketer Tom Curran. He made his international debut in 2018 and quickly made an impression during England’s Test series against India that year, earning the Player of the Series award. Curran is known for his ability to swing the new ball, bowl effective variations at the death and contribute valuable runs in the lower middle order. His standout achievement came at the 2022 T20 World Cup, where he was named Player of the Tournament after playing a key role in England’s title-winning campaign.

Curran’s all-round abilities make him a valuable option in limited-overs cricket, as he can be used at different stages of an innings with both bat and ball. His left-arm angle and variations in pace can trouble batters, while his aggressive batting allows him to accelerate the scoring rate when the team needs a late push. He also brings considerable franchise cricket experience, having featured in the IPL and several other major T20 competitions. For fantasy cricket, Curran is an attractive all-round selection because he has opportunities to earn points through wickets, runs and fielding contributions. His value is particularly high when he is expected to bowl his full quota and bat in a position that allows him to make a meaningful contribution.