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Heinrich Klaasen vs Rishabh Pant: Who Is Better? IPL 2026 Stats Comparison

Who is better, Heinrich Klaasen or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has the edge on the headline numbers: Rishabh Pant averages 62 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Heinrich Klaasen's 48. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Heinrich Klaasen (Sunrisers Hyderabad) averages 48 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
🏏
Heinrich Klaasen
🌅 SRH · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Heinrich Klaasen
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
🧤 WK🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
48
Avg Pts
158
Best FP
227.4
Pts/Cr
461
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
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Rishabh Pant
14 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
Fantasy Overview · Full Season
2160Season Points1058
48Avg Pts / Match62
158Best Fantasy Score197
20Matches Played17
1MOTM Awards 🏅0
9.5Credits9.5
227.4Pts per Credit111.4

Heinrich Klaasen 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
StatisticHeinrich KlaasenRishabh Pant
Matches2017
Avg fantasy points4862
Best fantasy score158197
Runs461561
Strike rate170.798.9
Fours3454
Sixes2419
Half-centuries (50+)33
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score85105
Catches1515
Total dismissals1520
International career · T20I
StatisticHeinrich KlaasenRishabh Pant
Matches5876
Runs10001209
Batting average23.2623.25
Strike rate141.8—
Half-centuries (50+)53
Economy rate14.00—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Heinrich Klaasen has played 58 T20Is and Rishabh Pant 76. Heinrich Klaasen has 1,000 runs at 23.3 (strike rate 141.8), against 1,209 at 23.3 for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more.

ODI. Heinrich Klaasen has played 60 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. Heinrich Klaasen has 2,141 runs at 43.7 (strike rate 117.9), against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Heinrich Klaasen has scored more. Hundreds: Heinrich Klaasen 4, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 11 and 5.

Test. Heinrich Klaasen has played 4 Tests and Rishabh Pant 51. Heinrich Klaasen has 104 runs at 13.0 (strike rate 45.2), against 3,644 at 43.4 (74.3) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Heinrich Klaasen 0, Rishabh Pant 8. Fifties: 0 and 20.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

Did you know: Rishabh Pant

  • His 89 not out at the Gabba in January 2021 sealed a series win in a ground where Australia had not lost a Test since 1988.
  • In June 2025 at Headingley he became the first Indian to score centuries in both innings of a Test in England, and only the second wicketkeeper after Andy Flower to do it anywhere.
  • He holds the record for the most Test sixes by an Indian batter.
  • Lucknow Super Giants bought him for ₹27 crore at the 2025 auction, the highest price in IPL history.
Full Rishabh Pant profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Heinrich Klaasen and Rishabh Pant

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  1. 1. At which ground did Pant's 89 not out win a Test in January 2021?
  2. 2. What did Pant do at Headingley in June 2025?
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Heinrich Klaasen vs Rishabh Pant is one of the most searched cricket comparisons, combining international career stats with IPL fantasy data. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.

Heinrich Klaasen is a wicket-keeper batter for Sunrisers Hyderabad, priced at 9.5 Cr this season. Over 20 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 959 fantasy points, averaging 48 pts per game with a best of 158 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 461 IPL runs at a strike rate of 170.7. He has won Man of the Match 1 time this season.

International career: Heinrich Klaasen has scored 2,141 ODI runs in 60 matches at an average of 43.69, with 4 centuries internationally. In T20Is, he has 1,000 runs across 58 matches (avg 23.3).

Rishabh Pant is a wicket-keeper batter for Lucknow Super Giants, priced at 9.5 Cr. Across 17 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 1058 fantasy points, averaging 62 pts per game with a best of 197 pts. He has scored 561 IPL runs at a strike rate of 98.9.

International career: Rishabh Pant has scored 1,209 T20I runs in 76 matches at an average of 23.25, with 3 half-centuries internationally. In TESTs, he has 3,644 runs across 51 matches (avg 43.4).

Batting edge: Rishabh Pant leads with the bat this season, making them the better pick if the pitch is expected to be batting-friendly or if the match is being played on a flat track.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Rishabh Pant is the stronger pick right now with an average of 62 pts per game and a best score of 197 pts. The value-for-money metric (points per credit) further reinforces this. Always check this number before finalising your captain or vice-captain choice.

Captaincy Recommendation: Based on IPL 2026 season form, Rishabh Pant is the safer captaincy option. However, if the opposition's bowling or batting lineup suits the other player, consider rotating your captain pick. Always check the playing XI, pitch report, and toss result before locking in your captain.

Stats are updated after every IPL 2026 match. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool or check the Fantasy Leaderboard to see how top managers are building their teams.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Who has better IPL 2026 stats, Heinrich Klaasen 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.

Heinrich Klaasen 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, Heinrich Klaasen or Rishabh Pant?

Heinrich Klaasen has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (170.7), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Heinrich Klaasen and Rishabh Pant?

Heinrich Klaasen costs 9.5 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 Heinrich Klaasen and Rishabh Pant won?

In IPL 2026, Heinrich Klaasen 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 Heinrich Klaasen 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 Sunrisers Hyderabad 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, Heinrich Klaasen or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Heinrich Klaasen has 1,000 in 58 matches (average 23.3) and Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 (average 23.3).

Who has more ODI runs, Heinrich Klaasen or Rishabh Pant?

Heinrich Klaasen has more ODI runs: Heinrich Klaasen has 2,141 in 60 matches (average 43.7) and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Heinrich Klaasen scores faster in ODIs: Heinrich Klaasen strikes at 117.9 and Rishabh Pant at 106.2.

Who has more Test runs, Heinrich Klaasen or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Heinrich Klaasen has 104 in 4 matches (average 13.0) and Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 (average 43.4).
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