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Harshitha Samarawickrama vs Rishabh Pant: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Harshitha Samarawickrama or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has the edge on the headline numbers: Rishabh Pant leads on T20I batting (1,209 runs, avg 23.3). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Harshitha Samarawickrama (Sri Lanka Women) has 627 T20I runs at avg 20.9 in 37 matches. Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants) has 1,209 T20I runs at avg 23.3 in 76 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Harshitha Samarawickrama
🇱🇰 SLW · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Harshitha Samarawickrama
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka Women
AR🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
8 cr
Credits
22
Avg Pts
68
Best FP
27.8
Pts/Cr
159
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
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
40 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
🏏 Harshitha Samarawickrama
VS
🏏 Rishabh Pant
T20I Career Overview
37Matches76
🏏 Batting
627Runs1209
20.90Batting Avg23.25
90.48Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
3Half-Centuries3
3Sixes 🔴41
81
Best Score
65*
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Harshitha Samarawickrama 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
StatisticHarshitha SamarawickramaRishabh Pant
Matches1017
Avg fantasy points2262
Best fantasy score68197
Runs159561
Strike rate109.798.9
Fours1454
Sixes319
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score48105
Catches015
Total dismissals120
International career — T20I
StatisticHarshitha SamarawickramaRishabh Pant
Matches3776
Runs6271209
Batting average20.9023.25
Strike rate90.5—
Half-centuries (50+)33

📋 Format by format

T20I. Harshitha Samarawickrama has played 37 T20Is and Rishabh Pant 76. Harshitha Samarawickrama has 627 runs at 20.9 (strike rate 90.5), against 1,209 at 23.3 for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more.

ODI. Harshitha Samarawickrama has played 18 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. Harshitha Samarawickrama has 419 runs at 23.3 (strike rate 61.5), against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Harshitha Samarawickrama 0, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 1 and 5.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

Harshitha Samarawickrama vs Rishabh Pant — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Harshitha Samarawickrama has scored 627 T20I runs in 37 matches at an average of 20.90, with 3 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 fantasy stats — Harshitha Samarawickrama or Rishabh Pant?

Based on recent 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 this season.

Harshitha Samarawickrama 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 — Harshitha Samarawickrama or Rishabh Pant?

Harshitha Samarawickrama has the superior batting strike rate this season (109.7), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Harshitha Samarawickrama and Rishabh Pant?

Harshitha Samarawickrama costs 8 Cr and Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 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 Harshitha Samarawickrama and Rishabh Pant won?

Harshitha Samarawickrama has won 1 Man of the Match award and Rishabh Pant has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Harshitha Samarawickrama or Rishabh Pant in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Rishabh Pant is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Sri Lanka Women 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, Harshitha Samarawickrama or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Harshitha Samarawickrama has 627 in 37 matches (average 20.9) and Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 (average 23.3).

Who has more ODI runs, Harshitha Samarawickrama or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Harshitha Samarawickrama has 419 in 18 matches (average 23.3) and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: Harshitha Samarawickrama strikes at 61.5 and Rishabh Pant at 106.2.
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