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Nandre Burger vs Rishabh Pant — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Nandre Burger or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has the edge on the headline numbers: Rishabh Pant averages 62 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Nandre Burger's 36. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Nandre Burger (Rajasthan Royals) averages 36 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
🏏
Nandre Burger
👑 RR · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Nandre Burger
👑 Rajasthan Royals
BOWL🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
36
Avg Pts
91
Best FP
55.3
Pts/Cr
14
Total Runs
14
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
26 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
470Season Points1058
36Avg Pts / Match62
91Best Fantasy Score197
13Matches Played17
1MOTM Awards 🏅0
8.5Credits9.5
55.3Pts per Credit111.4

Nandre Burger 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
StatisticNandre BurgerRishabh Pant
Matches1317
Avg fantasy points3662
Best fantasy score91197
Runs14561
Strike rate155.698.9
Fours054
Sixes119
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score10105
Wickets140
Economy rate9.520.00
Best spell (wkts)20
Catches415
Total dismissals420
International career — T20I
StatisticNandre BurgerRishabh Pant
Matches876
Runs101209
Batting average5.0023.25
Strike rate47.6—
Half-centuries (50+)03
Wickets60
Bowling average39.83—
Economy rate8.24—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Nandre Burger has played 8 T20Is and Rishabh Pant 76. Nandre Burger has 10 runs at 5.0 (strike rate 47.6), against 1,209 at 23.3 for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Nandre Burger also bowls: 6 wickets at an economy of 8.24, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Nandre Burger has played 14 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. Nandre Burger has 41 runs at 13.7 (strike rate 44.6), against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Nandre Burger 0, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 0 and 5. Nandre Burger also bowls: 22 wickets at an economy of 6.13, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Nandre Burger has played 3 Tests and Rishabh Pant 51. Nandre Burger has 33 runs at 8.3 (strike rate 29.2), against 3,644 at 43.4 (74.3) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Nandre Burger 0, Rishabh Pant 8. Fifties: 0 and 20. Nandre Burger also bowls: 14 wickets at an economy of 3.78, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Nandre Burger
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
62 avg pts · 197 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Nandre Burger
Captaining Rishabh Pant gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Nandre Burger 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.

Nandre Burger is a specialist bowler for Rajasthan Royals, priced at 8.5 Cr this season. Over 13 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 473 fantasy points, averaging 36 pts per game with a best of 91 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 14 IPL runs at a strike rate of 155.6, and has claimed 14 IPL wickets with an economy of 9.52. He has won Man of the Match 1 time this season.

International career: Nandre Burger has scored 41 ODI runs in 14 matches at an average of 13.67 internationally. He has also taken 22 ODI wickets at an average of 26.14 with an economy of 6.13.

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: Rishabh Pant 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: Nandre Burger 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, Rishabh Pant is the stronger pick right now with an average of 62 pts per game and a best score of 197 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, Rishabh Pant 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 — Nandre Burger 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.

Nandre Burger 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 — Nandre Burger or Rishabh Pant?

Nandre Burger has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (155.6), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Nandre Burger and Rishabh Pant?

Nandre Burger costs 8.5 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 Nandre Burger and Rishabh Pant won?

In IPL 2026, Nandre Burger has won 1 Man of the Match award and Rishabh Pant has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Nandre Burger 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 Rajasthan Royals 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, Nandre Burger or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Nandre Burger has 10 in 8 matches (average 5.0) and Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 (average 23.3).

Who has more ODI runs, Nandre Burger or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Nandre Burger has 41 in 14 matches (average 13.7) and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).

Who has more Test runs, Nandre Burger or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Nandre Burger has 33 in 3 matches (average 8.3) and Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 (average 43.4).
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