⚔️HEAD-TO-HEAD
Mitchell Marsh vs Rishabh Pant: Who Is Better? IPL 2026 Stats Comparison
Mitchell Marsh has the edge on the headline numbers: Mitchell Marsh averages 93 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Rishabh Pant's 62. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.
Mitchell Marsh (Lucknow Super Giants) averages 93 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
Mitchell Marsh 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).
| Statistic | Mitchell Marsh | Rishabh Pant |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 20 | 17 |
| Avg fantasy points | 93 | 62 |
| Best fantasy score | 232 | 197 |
| Runs | 1022 | 561 |
| Strike rate | 160.7 | 98.9 |
| Fours | 98 | 54 |
| Sixes | 69 | 19 |
| Half-centuries (50+) | 10 | 3 |
| Centuries (100+) | 1 | 1 |
| Highest score | 111 | 105 |
| Catches | 4 | 15 |
| Total dismissals | 4 | 20 |
| Statistic | Mitchell Marsh | Rishabh Pant |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 88 | 76 |
| Runs | 2313 | 1209 |
| Batting average | 33.52 | 23.25 |
| Centuries (100+) | 1 | 0 |
| Half-centuries (50+) | 14 | 3 |
| Wickets | 17 | 0 |
| Bowling average | 22.76 | — |
| Economy rate | 7.74 | — |
📋 Format by format
T20I. Mitchell Marsh has played 88 T20Is and Rishabh Pant 76. Mitchell Marsh has 2,313 runs at 33.5, against 1,209 at 23.3 for Rishabh Pant, so Mitchell Marsh has scored more. Hundreds: Mitchell Marsh 1, Rishabh Pant 0. Fifties: 14 and 3. Mitchell Marsh also bowls: 17 wickets at an economy of 7.74, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.
ODI. Mitchell Marsh has played 105 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. Mitchell Marsh has 3,395 runs at 38.1, against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Mitchell Marsh has scored more. Hundreds: Mitchell Marsh 4, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 24 and 5. Mitchell Marsh also bowls: 57 wickets at an economy of 5.50, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a ODI wicket.
Test. Mitchell Marsh has played 46 Tests and Rishabh Pant 51. Mitchell Marsh has 2,083 runs at 28.5 (strike rate 56.3), against 3,644 at 43.4 (74.3) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Mitchell Marsh 3, Rishabh Pant 8. Fifties: 9 and 20. Mitchell Marsh also bowls: 51 wickets at an economy of 3.55, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a Test wicket.
International numbers up to 23 August 2026.
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.
🧠Quick quiz: Mitchell Marsh and Rishabh Pant
2 questions, answers explained. No sign-up needed.
- 1. At which ground did Pant's 89 not out win a Test in January 2021?
- 2. What did Pant do at Headingley in June 2025?
Mitchell Marsh vs Rishabh Pant 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.
Mitchell Marsh is a specialist batter for Lucknow Super Giants, priced at 9.5 Cr this season. Over 20 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 1855 fantasy points, averaging 93 pts per game with a best of 232 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 1022 IPL runs at a strike rate of 160.7. He has won Man of the Match 5 times this season.
International career: Mitchell Marsh has scored 3,395 ODI runs in 105 matches at an average of 38.15, with 4 centuries internationally. He has also taken 57 ODI wickets at an average of 35.28 with an economy of 5.50. In T20Is, he has 2,313 runs across 88 matches (avg 33.5).
Rishabh Pant is a wicket-keeper batter for Lucknow Super Giants, priced at 9.5 Cr. Across 17 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 1058 fantasy points, averaging 62 pts per game with a best of 197 pts. He has scored 561 IPL runs at a strike rate of 98.9.
International career: Rishabh Pant has scored 1,209 T20I runs in 76 matches at an average of 23.25, with 3 half-centuries internationally. In TESTs, he has 3,644 runs across 51 matches (avg 43.4).
Batting edge: Mitchell Marsh 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.
Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Mitchell Marsh is the stronger pick right now with an average of 93 pts per game and a best score of 232 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, Mitchell Marsh 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.
Who has better IPL 2026 stats, Mitchell Marsh or Rishabh Pant?
Mitchell Marsh vs Rishabh Pant: who is a better fantasy captain?
Who has a better strike rate, Mitchell Marsh or Rishabh Pant?
What is the price difference between Mitchell Marsh and Rishabh Pant?
How many MOTM awards have Mitchell Marsh and Rishabh Pant won?
Should I pick Mitchell Marsh or Rishabh Pant in my fantasy XI?
Who has more T20I runs, Mitchell Marsh or Rishabh Pant?
Who has more ODI runs, Mitchell Marsh or Rishabh Pant?
Who has more Test runs, Mitchell Marsh or Rishabh Pant?
SETTLE IT IN A GAME
Numbers only get you so far. Pick a side, Mitchell Marsh or Rishabh Pant, and see who actually delivers.
Found an issue or have a suggestion? Contact us — we’d love to hear from you.