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Jofra Archer vs Rishabh Pant: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Jofra Archer 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.

Jofra Archer (England) has 129 T20I runs at avg 11.7 in 51 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
🏏
Jofra Archer
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Jofra Archer
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
BOWL🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
64
Avg Pts
164
Best FP
314.4
Pts/Cr
106
Total Runs
32
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.
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched, so pick based on ground & match-up!
🏏 Jofra Archer
VS
🏏 Rishabh Pant
T20I Career Overview
51Matches76
🏏 Batting
129Runs1209
11.73Batting Avg23.25
150.00Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries3
7Sixes 🔴41
21
Best Score
65*
🎳 Bowling
68Wickets0
23.00Bowling Avg—
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/33
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Jofra Archer 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
StatisticJofra ArcherRishabh Pant
Matches2017
Avg fantasy points6462
Best fantasy score164197
Runs106561
Strike rate93.898.9
Fours654
Sixes619
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score32105
Wickets320
Economy rate5.610.00
Best spell (wkts)50
Catches515
Total dismissals720
International career · T20I
StatisticJofra ArcherRishabh Pant
Matches5176
Runs1291209
Batting average11.7323.25
Strike rate150.0—
Half-centuries (50+)03
Wickets680
Bowling average23.00—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Jofra Archer has played 51 T20Is and Rishabh Pant 76. Jofra Archer has 129 runs at 11.7 (strike rate 150.0), against 1,209 at 23.3 for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Jofra Archer also bowls: 68 wickets, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Jofra Archer has played 42 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. Jofra Archer has 221 runs at 17.0 (strike rate 119.5), against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Jofra Archer 0, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 0 and 5. Jofra Archer also bowls: 71 wickets, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Jofra Archer has played 23 Tests and Rishabh Pant 51. Jofra Archer has 364 runs at 12.1, against 3,644 at 43.4 (74.3) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Jofra Archer 0, Rishabh Pant 8. Fifties: 1 and 20. Jofra Archer also bowls: 83 wickets, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 27 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Jofra Archer
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
Both players are closely matched, so consider pitch conditions and recent form before choosing captain.

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: Jofra Archer 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?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Jofra Archer vs Rishabh Pant · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Jofra Archer has scored 129 T20I runs in 51 matches at an average of 11.73. He has also taken 68 T20I wickets at an average of 23.00.

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, Jofra Archer is the stronger pick with an average of 64 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, Jofra Archer or Rishabh Pant?

Based on recent data, Jofra Archer has the edge with a higher average of 64 fantasy points per game. Rishabh Pant leads in runs scored (561 runs). Overall Jofra Archer is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Jofra Archer vs Rishabh Pant: who is a better fantasy captain?

Jofra Archer is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 64 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, Jofra Archer or Rishabh Pant?

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

What is the price difference between Jofra Archer and Rishabh Pant?

Jofra Archer costs 9 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 Jofra Archer and Rishabh Pant won?

Jofra Archer 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 Jofra Archer or Rishabh Pant in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Jofra Archer is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if England 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, Jofra Archer or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Jofra Archer has 129 in 51 matches (average 11.7) and Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 (average 23.3).

Who has more ODI runs, Jofra Archer or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Jofra Archer has 221 in 42 matches (average 17.0) and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Jofra Archer scores faster in ODIs: Jofra Archer strikes at 119.5 and Rishabh Pant at 106.2.

Who has more Test runs, Jofra Archer or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Jofra Archer has 364 in 23 matches (average 12.1) and Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 (average 43.4).
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