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Kevin O'Brien vs Rishabh Pant — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Kevin O'Brien 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.

Kevin O'Brien () has 1,973 T20I runs at avg 21.2 in 110 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
🏏
Kevin O'Brien
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Kevin O'Brien
AR
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
🏏 Kevin O'Brien
VS
🏏 Rishabh Pant
T20I Career Overview
110Matches76
🏏 Batting
1973Runs1209
21.22Batting Avg23.25
1Centuries0
5Half-Centuries3
0Sixes 🔴41
124
Best Score
65*
🎳 Bowling
58Wickets0
19.81Bowling Avg—
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/45
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Kevin O'Brien 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
StatisticKevin O'BrienRishabh 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 — T20I
StatisticKevin O'BrienRishabh Pant
Matches11076
Runs19731209
Batting average21.2223.25
Centuries (100+)10
Half-centuries (50+)53
Wickets580
Bowling average19.81—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Kevin O'Brien has played 110 T20Is and Rishabh Pant 76. Kevin O'Brien has 1,973 runs at 21.2, against 1,209 at 23.3 for Rishabh Pant, so Kevin O'Brien has scored more. Hundreds: Kevin O'Brien 1, Rishabh Pant 0. Fifties: 5 and 3. Kevin O'Brien also bowls: 58 wickets, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Kevin O'Brien has played 90 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. Kevin O'Brien has 1,990 runs, against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Kevin O'Brien has scored more. Hundreds: Kevin O'Brien 1, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 8 and 5. Kevin O'Brien also bowls: 52 wickets, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Kevin O'Brien has played 3 Tests and Rishabh Pant 51. Kevin O'Brien has 258 runs at 51.6, against 3,644 at 43.4 (74.3) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Kevin O'Brien 1, Rishabh Pant 8. Fifties: 1 and 20.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Kevin O'Brien
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: 🏏 Kevin O'Brien
Captaining Rishabh Pant gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Kevin O'Brien vs Rishabh Pant — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Kevin O'Brien has scored 1,973 T20I runs in 110 matches at an average of 21.22, with 1 century. He has also taken 58 T20I wickets at an average of 19.81.

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 — Kevin O'Brien 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.

Kevin O'Brien 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 — Kevin O'Brien 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 Kevin O'Brien and Rishabh Pant?

Kevin O'Brien 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 Kevin O'Brien and Rishabh Pant won?

Kevin O'Brien 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 Kevin O'Brien 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 T20I runs, Kevin O'Brien or Rishabh Pant?

Kevin O'Brien has more T20I runs: Kevin O'Brien has 1,973 in 110 matches (average 21.2) and Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 (average 23.3).

Who has more ODI runs, Kevin O'Brien or Rishabh Pant?

Kevin O'Brien has more ODI runs: Kevin O'Brien has 1,990 in 90 matches and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).

Who has more Test runs, Kevin O'Brien or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Kevin O'Brien has 258 in 3 matches (average 51.6) and Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 (average 43.4).
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