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Nilakshika Silva vs Rishabh Pant: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Nilakshika Silva 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.

Nilakshika Silva (Sri Lanka Women) has 699 T20I runs at avg 15.5 in 64 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
🏏
Nilakshika Silva
🇱🇰 SLW · 7.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Nilakshika Silva
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka Women
BAT🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
7.5 cr
Credits
45
Avg Pts
97
Best FP
59.9
Pts/Cr
256
Total Runs
1
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
🏏 Rishabh Pant
17 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
🏏 Nilakshika Silva
VS
🏏 Rishabh Pant
T20I Career Overview
64Matches76
🏏 Batting
699Runs1209
15.53Batting Avg23.25
95.88Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries3
8Sixes 🔴41
49
Best Score
65*
🎳 Bowling
11Wickets0
21.45Bowling Avg—
6.53Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/13
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Nilakshika Silva 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
StatisticNilakshika SilvaRishabh Pant
Matches1017
Avg fantasy points4562
Best fantasy score97197
Runs256561
Strike rate124.398.9
Fours1854
Sixes319
Half-centuries (50+)23
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score54105
Wickets10
Economy rate7.440.00
Best spell (wkts)10
Catches315
Total dismissals520
International career — T20I
StatisticNilakshika SilvaRishabh Pant
Matches6476
Runs6991209
Batting average15.5323.25
Strike rate95.9—
Half-centuries (50+)03
Wickets110
Bowling average21.45—
Economy rate6.53—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Nilakshika Silva has played 64 T20Is and Rishabh Pant 76. Nilakshika Silva has 699 runs at 15.5 (strike rate 95.9), against 1,209 at 23.3 for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Nilakshika Silva also bowls: 11 wickets at an economy of 6.53, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Nilakshika Silva has played 25 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. Nilakshika Silva has 453 runs at 22.6 (strike rate 61.3), against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Nilakshika Silva 0, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 0 and 5.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Nilakshika Silva has scored 699 T20I runs in 64 matches at an average of 15.53. She has also taken 11 T20I wickets at an average of 21.45 with an economy of 6.53.

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 fantasy stats — Nilakshika Silva or Rishabh Pant?

Based on recent 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 this season.

Nilakshika Silva 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 — Nilakshika Silva or Rishabh Pant?

Nilakshika Silva has the superior batting strike rate this season (124.3), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Nilakshika Silva and Rishabh Pant?

Nilakshika Silva costs 7.5 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 Nilakshika Silva and Rishabh Pant won?

Nilakshika Silva 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 Nilakshika Silva or Rishabh Pant in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Rishabh Pant is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Sri Lanka Women 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, Nilakshika Silva or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Nilakshika Silva has 699 in 64 matches (average 15.5) and Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 (average 23.3).

Who has more ODI runs, Nilakshika Silva or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Nilakshika Silva has 453 in 25 matches (average 22.6) and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: Nilakshika Silva strikes at 61.3 and Rishabh Pant at 106.2.
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