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Jack Edwards vs Rishabh Pant — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Jack Edwards or Rishabh Pant?

Jack Edwards has the edge on the headline numbers: Jack Edwards averages 98 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Rishabh Pant's 62. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Jack Edwards (Sunrisers Hyderabad) averages 98 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
🏏
Jack Edwards
🌅 SRH · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Jack Edwards
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
AR🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
98
Avg Pts
186
Best FP
22.9
Pts/Cr
30
Total Runs
5
Total Wkts
🏏
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
🏏 Jack Edwards
36 higher avg pts · 186 best fantasy score
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
195Season Points1058
98Avg Pts / Match62
186Best Fantasy Score197
2Matches Played17
0MOTM Awards 🏅0
8.5Credits9.5
22.9Pts per Credit111.4

Jack Edwards 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
StatisticJack EdwardsRishabh Pant
Matches217
Avg fantasy points9862
Best fantasy score186197
Runs30561
Strike rate66.798.9
Fours054
Sixes119
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score25105
Wickets50
Economy rate6.150.00
Best spell (wkts)50
Catches015
Total dismissals020
International career — T20I
StatisticJack EdwardsRishabh Pant
Matches176
Runs51209
Batting average5.0023.25
Strike rate83.3—
Half-centuries (50+)03
Economy rate12.50—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Jack Edwards has played 1 T20I and Rishabh Pant 76. Jack Edwards has 5 runs at 5.0 (strike rate 83.3), against 1,209 at 23.3 for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Jack Edwards
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Jack Edwards
98 avg pts · 186 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
Captaining Jack Edwards gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Jack Edwards 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.

Jack Edwards is a all-rounder for Sunrisers Hyderabad, priced at 8.5 Cr this season. Over 2 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 195 fantasy points, averaging 98 pts per game with a best of 186 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 30 IPL runs at a strike rate of 66.7, and has claimed 5 IPL wickets with an economy of 6.15.

International career: Jack Edwards has scored 5 T20I runs in 1 matches at an average of 5.00 internationally.

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.

Bowling edge: Jack Edwards has been the more impactful bowler in IPL 2026, and becomes especially valuable in conditions that offer pace or spin movement.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Jack Edwards is the stronger pick right now with an average of 98 pts per game and a best score of 186 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, Jack Edwards 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 — Jack Edwards or Rishabh Pant?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Jack Edwards has the edge with a higher average of 98 fantasy points per game. Rishabh Pant leads in runs scored (561 runs). Overall Jack Edwards is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Jack Edwards vs Rishabh Pant — who is a better fantasy captain?

Jack Edwards is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 98 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 — Jack Edwards 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 Jack Edwards and Rishabh Pant?

Jack Edwards costs 8.5 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 Jack Edwards and Rishabh Pant won?

In IPL 2026, Jack Edwards 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 Jack Edwards or Rishabh Pant in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Jack Edwards 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, Jack Edwards or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Jack Edwards has 5 in 1 matches (average 5.0) and Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 (average 23.3).
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