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Marlon Samuels vs Rishabh Pant — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Marlon Samuels or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has the edge on the headline numbers: Rishabh Pant averages 62 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Marlon Samuels's 0. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Marlon Samuels (Delhi Capitals) averages 0 fantasy pts per match. Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants) averages 62 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
🏏
Marlon Samuels
💙 DC · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Marlon Samuels
💙 Delhi Capitals
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
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
62 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
🏏 Marlon Samuels
VS
🏏 Rishabh Pant
T20I Career Overview
67Matches76
🏏 Batting
1611Runs1209
29.29Batting Avg23.25
116.23Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
10Half-Centuries3
69Sixes 🔴41
89*
Best Score
65*
🎳 Bowling
22Wickets0
28.27Bowling Avg—
7.79Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/23
Best Figures
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Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Marlon Samuels 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
StatisticMarlon SamuelsRishabh 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
StatisticMarlon SamuelsRishabh Pant
Matches6776
Runs16111209
Batting average29.2923.25
Strike rate116.2—
Half-centuries (50+)103
Wickets220
Bowling average28.27—
Economy rate7.79—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Marlon Samuels has played 67 T20Is and Rishabh Pant 76. Marlon Samuels has 1,611 runs at 29.3 (strike rate 116.2), against 1,209 at 23.3 for Rishabh Pant, so Marlon Samuels has scored more. Marlon Samuels also bowls: 22 wickets at an economy of 7.79, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Marlon Samuels has played 207 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. Marlon Samuels has 5,606 runs at 33.0 (strike rate 75.1), against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Marlon Samuels has scored more. Hundreds: Marlon Samuels 10, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 30 and 5. Marlon Samuels also bowls: 89 wickets at an economy of 4.86, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Marlon Samuels has played 71 Tests and Rishabh Pant 51. Marlon Samuels has 3,917 runs at 32.6 (strike rate 47.7), against 3,644 at 43.4 (74.3) for Rishabh Pant, so Marlon Samuels has scored more. Hundreds: Marlon Samuels 7, Rishabh Pant 8. Fifties: 24 and 20. Marlon Samuels also bowls: 41 wickets at an economy of 3.34, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

Marlon Samuels vs Rishabh Pant — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Marlon Samuels has scored 1,611 T20I runs in 67 matches at an average of 29.29, with 10 half-centuries. He has also taken 22 T20I wickets at an average of 28.27 with an economy of 7.79.

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 IPL 2026 stats — Marlon Samuels or Rishabh Pant?

Based on IPL 2026 season 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 IPL 2026.

Marlon Samuels 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 — Marlon Samuels or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (98.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Marlon Samuels and Rishabh Pant?

Marlon Samuels costs 8 Cr and Rishabh Pant 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 Marlon Samuels and Rishabh Pant won?

In IPL 2026, Marlon Samuels 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 Marlon Samuels or Rishabh Pant in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Rishabh Pant is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick IPL 2026. However, consider the match conditions — if Delhi Capitals 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, Marlon Samuels or Rishabh Pant?

Marlon Samuels has more T20I runs: Marlon Samuels has 1,611 in 67 matches (average 29.3) and Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 (average 23.3).

Who has more ODI runs, Marlon Samuels or Rishabh Pant?

Marlon Samuels has more ODI runs: Marlon Samuels has 5,606 in 207 matches (average 33.0) and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: Marlon Samuels strikes at 75.1 and Rishabh Pant at 106.2.

Who has more Test runs, Marlon Samuels or Rishabh Pant?

Marlon Samuels has more Test runs: Marlon Samuels has 3,917 in 71 matches (average 32.6) and Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 (average 43.4).
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