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Naseem Shah vs Rishabh Pant — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Naseem Shah or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has the edge on the headline numbers: Rishabh Pant leads on T20I batting (1,209 runs, avg 23.3). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Naseem Shah (Pakistan) has 62 T20I runs at avg 6.9 in 37 matches. 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
🏏
Naseem Shah
🇵🇰 PAK · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Naseem Shah
🇵🇰 Pakistan
BOWL
9 cr
Credits
109
Avg Pts
109
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
3
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
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Naseem Shah
47 higher avg pts · 109 best fantasy score
🏏 Naseem Shah
VS
🏏 Rishabh Pant
T20I Career Overview
37Matches76
🏏 Batting
62Runs1209
6.89Batting Avg23.25
134.78Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries3
1Sixes 🔴41
16
Best Score
65*
🎳 Bowling
32Wickets0
30.38Bowling Avg—
8.24Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/21
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Naseem Shah 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
StatisticNaseem ShahRishabh Pant
Matches117
Avg fantasy points10962
Best fantasy score109197
Runs0561
Strike rate0.098.9
Fours054
Sixes019
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score0105
Wickets30
Economy rate9.000.00
Best spell (wkts)30
Catches015
Total dismissals020
International career — T20I
StatisticNaseem ShahRishabh Pant
Matches3776
Runs621209
Batting average6.8923.25
Strike rate134.8—
Half-centuries (50+)03
Wickets320
Bowling average30.38—
Economy rate8.24—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Naseem Shah has played 37 T20Is and Rishabh Pant 76. Naseem Shah has 62 runs at 6.9 (strike rate 134.8), against 1,209 at 23.3 for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Naseem Shah also bowls: 32 wickets at an economy of 8.24, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Naseem Shah has played 34 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. Naseem Shah has 234 runs at 23.4, against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Naseem Shah 0, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 1 and 5. Naseem Shah also bowls: 60 wickets at an economy of 5.56, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Naseem Shah has played 20 Tests and Rishabh Pant 51. Naseem Shah has 144 runs at 7.6 (strike rate 31.5), against 3,644 at 43.4 (74.3) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Naseem Shah 0, Rishabh Pant 8. Fifties: 0 and 20. Naseem Shah also bowls: 60 wickets at an economy of 3.71, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Naseem Shah
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Naseem Shah
109 avg pts · 109 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
Captaining Naseem Shah gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Naseem Shah has scored 62 T20I runs in 37 matches at an average of 6.89. He has also taken 32 T20I wickets at an average of 30.38 with an economy of 8.24.

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, Naseem Shah is the stronger pick with an average of 109 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 — Naseem Shah or Rishabh Pant?

Based on recent data, Naseem Shah has the edge with a higher average of 109 fantasy points per game. Rishabh Pant leads in runs scored (561 runs). Overall Naseem Shah is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Naseem Shah vs Rishabh Pant — who is a better fantasy captain?

Naseem Shah is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 109 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 — Naseem Shah 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 Naseem Shah and Rishabh Pant?

Naseem Shah costs 9 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 Naseem Shah and Rishabh Pant won?

Naseem Shah 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 Naseem Shah or Rishabh Pant in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Naseem Shah is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Pakistan 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, Naseem Shah or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Naseem Shah has 62 in 37 matches (average 6.9) and Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 (average 23.3).

Who has more ODI runs, Naseem Shah or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Naseem Shah has 234 in 34 matches (average 23.4) and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).

Who has more Test runs, Naseem Shah or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Naseem Shah has 144 in 20 matches (average 7.6) and Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 (average 43.4).
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