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AB de Villiers vs Rishabh Pant — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — AB de Villiers or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has the edge on the headline numbers: Rishabh Pant averages 62 IPL fantasy pts/match vs AB de Villiers's 0. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

AB de Villiers (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) averages 0 fantasy pts per match. Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants) averages 62 fantasy pts. Full IPL stats & fantasy cricket comparison: batting, bowling, fielding, and form.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
AB de Villiers
🔴 RCB · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
AB de Villiers
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
🧤 WK
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Rishabh Pant
🦅 Lucknow Super Giants
🧤 WK
9.5 cr
Credits
62
Avg Pts
197
Best FP
111.4
Pts/Cr
561
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
62 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
🏏 AB de Villiers
VS
🏏 Rishabh Pant
T20I Career Overview
78Matches76
🏏 Batting
1672Runs1209
26.13Batting Avg23.25
135.17Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
10Half-Centuries3
60Sixes 🔴41
79*
Best Score
65*
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

AB de Villiers vs Rishabh Pant — 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
StatisticAB de VilliersRishabh Pant
Matches017
Avg fantasy points062
Best fantasy score0197
Runs0561
Strike rate0.098.9
Fours054
Sixes019
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score0105
Catches015
Total dismissals020
International career — T20I
StatisticAB de VilliersRishabh Pant
Matches7876
Runs16721209
Batting average26.1323.25
Strike rate135.2—
Half-centuries (50+)103

📋 Format by format

T20I. AB de Villiers has played 78 T20Is and Rishabh Pant 76. AB de Villiers has 1,672 runs at 26.1 (strike rate 135.2), against 1,209 at 23.3 for Rishabh Pant, so AB de Villiers has scored more.

ODI. AB de Villiers has played 228 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. AB de Villiers has 9,577 runs at 53.5 (strike rate 101.1), against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so AB de Villiers has scored more. Hundreds: AB de Villiers 25, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 53 and 5. AB de Villiers also bowls: 7 wickets at an economy of 6.31, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. AB de Villiers has played 114 Tests and Rishabh Pant 51. AB de Villiers has 8,765 runs at 50.7 (strike rate 54.5), against 3,644 at 43.4 (74.3) for Rishabh Pant, so AB de Villiers has scored more. Hundreds: AB de Villiers 22, Rishabh Pant 8. Fifties: 46 and 20.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 AB de Villiers
Evenly matched
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
62 avg pts · 197 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 AB de Villiers
Captaining Rishabh Pant gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

AB de Villiers vs Rishabh Pant — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: AB de Villiers has scored 1,672 T20I runs in 78 matches at an average of 26.13, with 10 half-centuries.

T20I career: Rishabh Pant has scored 1,209 T20I runs in 76 matches at an average of 23.25, with 3 half-centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Rishabh Pant is the stronger pick with an average of 62 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 IPL 2026 stats — AB de Villiers or Rishabh Pant?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Rishabh Pant has the edge with a higher average of 62 fantasy points per game. Rishabh Pant leads in runs scored (561 runs). Overall Rishabh Pant is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

AB de Villiers vs Rishabh Pant — who is a better fantasy captain?

Rishabh Pant is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 62 pts per game with a best score of 197 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 — AB de Villiers or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (98.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between AB de Villiers and Rishabh Pant?

AB de Villiers costs 8 Cr and Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr in IPL 2026 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 AB de Villiers and Rishabh Pant won?

In IPL 2026, AB de Villiers has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Rishabh Pant has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick AB de Villiers or Rishabh Pant in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Rishabh Pant is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick IPL 2026. However, consider the match conditions — if Royal Challengers Bengaluru are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Lucknow Super Giants. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, AB de Villiers or Rishabh Pant?

AB de Villiers has more T20I runs: AB de Villiers has 1,672 in 78 matches (average 26.1) and Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 (average 23.3).

Who has more ODI runs, AB de Villiers or Rishabh Pant?

AB de Villiers has more ODI runs: AB de Villiers has 9,577 in 228 matches (average 53.5) and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: AB de Villiers strikes at 101.1 and Rishabh Pant at 106.2.

Who has more Test runs, AB de Villiers or Rishabh Pant?

AB de Villiers has more Test runs: AB de Villiers has 8,765 in 114 matches (average 50.7) and Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 (average 43.4).
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