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Mohammad Saleem vs Rishabh Pant: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Q: Who has better IPL 2026 stats — Mohammad Saleem or Rishabh Pant?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Mohammad Saleem has the edge with a higher average of 80 fantasy points per game. Rishabh Pant leads in runs scored (561 runs). Overall Mohammad Saleem is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Q: Who has a better strike rate — Mohammad Saleem 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.

Q: How many MOTM awards have Mohammad Saleem and Rishabh Pant won?

In IPL 2026, Mohammad Saleem 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.

Who is better — Mohammad Saleem or Rishabh Pant?

Compare batting averages, strike rates, wickets and IPL fantasy points below.

Mohammad Saleem (Afghanistan) — international career stats below. 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

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Mohammad Saleem

🇦🇫 AFG · 8 cr

PLAYER 2

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Rishabh Pant

🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr

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Mohammad Saleem

🇦🇫 Afghanistan

BOWL🌏 OS

8 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

194

Best FP

59.6

Pts/Cr

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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Rishabh Pant

🦅 Lucknow Super Giants

🧤 WK

9.5 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

197

Best FP

111.4

Pts/Cr

561

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.

🔥 Clear Pick

🏏 Mohammad Saleem

18 higher avg pts · 194 best fantasy score

🏏 Mohammad Saleem

🏏 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

Mohammad Saleem 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
Statistic	Mohammad Saleem	Rishabh Pant
Matches	6	17
Avg fantasy points	80	62
Best fantasy score	194	197
Runs	15	561
Strike rate	51.7	98.9
Fours	3	54
Sixes	0	19
Half-centuries (50+)	0	3
Centuries (100+)	0	1
Highest score	9	105
Wickets	14	0
Economy rate	5.40	0.00
Best spell (wkts)	6	0
Catches	4	15
Total dismissals	4	20

Stats updated 19 Oct 2026

⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick

🏏 Mohammad Saleem

✓ More wickets

✓ Higher avg fantasy pts

🏏 Rishabh Pant

✓ Superior run-scorer

✓ Higher strike rate

✓ More big-hitting sixes

👑 Captaincy Recommendation

C: 🏏 Mohammad Saleem

80 avg pts · 194 best · 0 MOTM

VC: 🏏 Rishabh Pant

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

Mohammad Saleem 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, Mohammad Saleem is the stronger pick with an average of 80 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 — Mohammad Saleem or Rishabh Pant?

Based on recent data, Mohammad Saleem has the edge with a higher average of 80 fantasy points per game. Rishabh Pant leads in runs scored (561 runs). Overall Mohammad Saleem is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Mohammad Saleem vs Rishabh Pant — who is a better fantasy captain?

Mohammad Saleem is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 80 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 — Mohammad Saleem 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 Mohammad Saleem and Rishabh Pant?

Mohammad Saleem 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 Mohammad Saleem and Rishabh Pant won?

Mohammad Saleem 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 Mohammad Saleem or Rishabh Pant in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Mohammad Saleem is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Afghanistan 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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