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Manav Suthar vs Nicholas Pooran — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Manav Suthar or Nicholas Pooran?

Manav Suthar has the edge on the headline numbers: Manav Suthar averages 148 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Nicholas Pooran's 49. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Manav Suthar (Gujarat Titans) averages 148 fantasy pts per match. Nicholas Pooran (Lucknow Super Giants) averages 49 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
🏏
Manav Suthar
⚡ GT · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Nicholas Pooran
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Manav Suthar
⚡ Gujarat Titans
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
148
Avg Pts
425
Best FP
117.4
Pts/Cr
79
Total Runs
25
Total Wkts
🏏
Nicholas Pooran
🦅 Lucknow Super Giants
🧤 WK🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
49
Avg Pts
157
Best FP
104.4
Pts/Cr
433
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Manav Suthar
99 higher avg pts · 425 best fantasy score
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
998Season Points992
148Avg Pts / Match49
425Best Fantasy Score157
7Matches Played20
0MOTM Awards 🏅1
8.5Credits9.5
117.4Pts per Credit104.4

Manav Suthar vs Nicholas Pooran — 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
StatisticManav SutharNicholas Pooran
Matches720
Avg fantasy points14849
Best fantasy score425157
Runs79433
Strike rate49.4151.9
Fours727
Sixes234
Half-centuries (50+)03
Highest score3363
Wickets250
Economy rate3.190.00
Best spell (wkts)100
Catches914
Total dismissals919
Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Manav Suthar
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Nicholas Pooran
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Manav Suthar
148 avg pts · 425 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Nicholas Pooran
Captaining Manav Suthar gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Manav Suthar vs Nicholas Pooran 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.

Manav Suthar is a specialist bowler for Gujarat Titans, priced at 8.5 Cr this season. Over 7 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 1038 fantasy points, averaging 148 pts per game with a best of 425 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 79 IPL runs at a strike rate of 49.4, and has claimed 25 IPL wickets with an economy of 3.19.

International career: Manav Suthar has scored 79 TEST runs in 3 matches at an average of 19.75 internationally. He has also taken 23 TEST wickets at an average of 17.35.

Nicholas Pooran is a wicket-keeper batter for Lucknow Super Giants, priced at 9.5 Cr. Across 20 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 979 fantasy points, averaging 49 pts per game with a best of 157 pts. He has scored 433 IPL runs at a strike rate of 151.9. He has won 1 MOTM award this season.

International career: Nicholas Pooran has scored 2,275 T20I runs in 106 matches at an average of 26.15, with 13 half-centuries internationally. In ODIs, he has 1,829 runs across 57 matches (avg 38.9).

Batting edge: Nicholas Pooran 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: Manav Suthar 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, Manav Suthar is the stronger pick right now with an average of 148 pts per game and a best score of 425 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, Manav Suthar 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 — Manav Suthar or Nicholas Pooran?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Manav Suthar has the edge with a higher average of 148 fantasy points per game. Nicholas Pooran leads in runs scored (433 runs). Overall Manav Suthar is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Manav Suthar vs Nicholas Pooran — who is a better fantasy captain?

Manav Suthar is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 148 pts per game with a best score of 425 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 — Manav Suthar or Nicholas Pooran?

Nicholas Pooran has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (151.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Manav Suthar and Nicholas Pooran?

Manav Suthar costs 8.5 Cr and Nicholas Pooran 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 Manav Suthar and Nicholas Pooran won?

In IPL 2026, Manav Suthar has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Nicholas Pooran has won 1 MOTM award. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Manav Suthar or Nicholas Pooran in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Manav Suthar is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick IPL 2026. However, consider the match conditions — if Gujarat Titans 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.
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