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Prabath Jayasuriya vs Rishabh Pant: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Prabath Jayasuriya or Rishabh Pant?

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

Prabath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka) has 10 ODI runs in 2 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
🏏
Prabath Jayasuriya
🇱🇰 SL · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Prabath Jayasuriya
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BOWL
9.5 cr
Credits
139
Avg Pts
241
Best FP
44.0
Pts/Cr
38
Total Runs
12
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
🏏 Prabath Jayasuriya
77 higher avg pts · 241 best fantasy score
🏏 Prabath Jayasuriya
VS
🏏 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

Prabath Jayasuriya 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
StatisticPrabath JayasuriyaRishabh Pant
Matches317
Avg fantasy points13962
Best fantasy score241197
Runs38561
Strike rate34.598.9
Fours354
Sixes019
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score24105
Wickets120
Economy rate2.790.00
Best spell (wkts)70
Catches015
Total dismissals120
International career · ODI
StatisticPrabath JayasuriyaRishabh Pant
Matches231
Runs10871
Batting average—33.50
Strike rate—106.2
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)05

📋 Format by format

ODI. Prabath Jayasuriya has played 2 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. Prabath Jayasuriya has 10 runs, against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Prabath Jayasuriya 0, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 0 and 5.

Test. Prabath Jayasuriya has played 23 Tests and Rishabh Pant 51. Prabath Jayasuriya has 287 runs, against 3,644 at 43.4 (74.3) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Prabath Jayasuriya 0, Rishabh Pant 8. Fifties: 0 and 20. Prabath Jayasuriya also bowls: 124 wickets, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Prabath Jayasuriya
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Prabath Jayasuriya
139 avg pts · 241 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
Captaining Prabath Jayasuriya gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

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.
Full Rishabh Pant profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Prabath Jayasuriya and Rishabh Pant

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  1. 1. At which ground did Pant's 89 not out win a Test in January 2021?
  2. 2. What did Pant do at Headingley in June 2025?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Prabath Jayasuriya vs Rishabh Pant · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

Prabath Jayasuriya 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, Prabath Jayasuriya is the stronger pick with an average of 139 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, Prabath Jayasuriya or Rishabh Pant?

Based on recent data, Prabath Jayasuriya has the edge with a higher average of 139 fantasy points per game. Rishabh Pant leads in runs scored (561 runs). Overall Prabath Jayasuriya is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Prabath Jayasuriya vs Rishabh Pant: who is a better fantasy captain?

Prabath Jayasuriya is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 139 pts per game with a best score of 241 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, Prabath Jayasuriya 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 Prabath Jayasuriya and Rishabh Pant?

Prabath Jayasuriya costs 9.5 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 Prabath Jayasuriya and Rishabh Pant won?

Prabath Jayasuriya 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 Prabath Jayasuriya or Rishabh Pant in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Prabath Jayasuriya is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if Sri Lanka 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 ODI runs, Prabath Jayasuriya or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Prabath Jayasuriya has 10 in 2 matches and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).

Who has more Test runs, Prabath Jayasuriya or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Prabath Jayasuriya has 287 in 23 matches and Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 (average 43.4).
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