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Justin Langer vs Rishabh Pant: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Justin Langer or Rishabh Pant?

Justin Langer has the edge on the headline numbers: Justin Langer leads on ODI batting (160 runs, avg 32.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Justin Langer () has 160 ODI runs at avg 32.0 in 8 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
🏏
Justin Langer
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Justin Langer
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
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
⚠️These players are from different series: comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
62 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
🏏 Justin Langer
VS
🏏 Rishabh Pant
T20I Career Overview
—Matches76
🏏 Batting
—Runs1209
—Batting Avg23.25
—Centuries0
—Half-Centuries3
—Sixes 🔴41
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Best Score
65*
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Justin Langer 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
StatisticJustin LangerRishabh 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 · ODI
StatisticJustin LangerRishabh Pant
Matches831
Runs160871
Batting average32.0033.50
Strike rate88.9106.2
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)05

📋 Format by format

ODI. Justin Langer has played 8 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. Justin Langer has 160 runs at 32.0 (strike rate 88.9), against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Justin Langer 0, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 0 and 5.

Test. Justin Langer has played 105 Tests and Rishabh Pant 51. Justin Langer has 7,696 runs at 45.3 (strike rate 54.2), against 3,644 at 43.4 (74.3) for Rishabh Pant, so Justin Langer has scored more. Hundreds: Justin Langer 23, Rishabh Pant 8. Fifties: 30 and 20.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Justin Langer
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: 🏏 Justin Langer
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: Justin Langer 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

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

Justin Langer does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

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, Justin Langer 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.

Justin Langer 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, Justin Langer 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 Justin Langer and Rishabh Pant?

Justin Langer 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 Justin Langer and Rishabh Pant won?

Justin Langer 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 Justin Langer 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 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 ODI runs, Justin Langer or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Justin Langer has 160 in 8 matches (average 32.0) and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: Justin Langer strikes at 88.9 and Rishabh Pant at 106.2.

Who has more Test runs, Justin Langer or Rishabh Pant?

Justin Langer has more Test runs: Justin Langer has 7,696 in 105 matches (average 45.3) and Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 (average 43.4).
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