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Kumar Dharmasena vs Rishabh Pant: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Kumar Dharmasena or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has the edge on the headline numbers: Rishabh Pant leads on ODI batting (1,209 runs, avg 23.3). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Kumar Dharmasena () has 1,222 ODI runs at avg 22.6 in 141 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
🏏
Kumar Dharmasena
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Kumar Dharmasena
AR
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
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
⚠️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
🏏 Kumar Dharmasena
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

Kumar Dharmasena 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
StatisticKumar DharmasenaRishabh 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
StatisticKumar DharmasenaRishabh Pant
Matches14131
Runs1222871
Batting average22.6333.50
Strike rate65.0106.2
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)45
Wickets1380
Bowling average36.22—
Economy rate4.28—

📋 Format by format

ODI. Kumar Dharmasena has played 141 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. Kumar Dharmasena has 1,222 runs at 22.6 (strike rate 65.0), against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Kumar Dharmasena has scored more. Hundreds: Kumar Dharmasena 0, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 4 and 5. Kumar Dharmasena also bowls: 138 wickets at an economy of 4.28, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Kumar Dharmasena has played 31 Tests and Rishabh Pant 51. Kumar Dharmasena has 868 runs at 19.7 (strike rate 32.6), against 3,644 at 43.4 (74.3) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Kumar Dharmasena 0, Rishabh Pant 8. Fifties: 3 and 20. Kumar Dharmasena also bowls: 69 wickets at an economy of 2.52, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Kumar Dharmasena
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: 🏏 Kumar Dharmasena
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: Kumar Dharmasena 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

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

Kumar Dharmasena 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, Kumar Dharmasena 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.

Kumar Dharmasena 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, Kumar Dharmasena 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 Kumar Dharmasena and Rishabh Pant?

Kumar Dharmasena 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 Kumar Dharmasena and Rishabh Pant won?

Kumar Dharmasena 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 Kumar Dharmasena 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, Kumar Dharmasena or Rishabh Pant?

Kumar Dharmasena has more ODI runs: Kumar Dharmasena has 1,222 in 141 matches (average 22.6) and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: Kumar Dharmasena strikes at 65.0 and Rishabh Pant at 106.2.

Who has more Test runs, Kumar Dharmasena or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Kumar Dharmasena has 868 in 31 matches (average 19.7) and Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 (average 43.4).
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