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Raghu Sharma vs Rishabh Pant — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Raghu Sharma or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has the edge on the headline numbers: Rishabh Pant averages 62 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Raghu Sharma's 13. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Raghu Sharma (Mumbai Indians) averages 13 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
🏏
Raghu Sharma
🔵 MI · 6.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Raghu Sharma
🔵 Mumbai Indians
BOWL
6.5 cr
Credits
13
Avg Pts
39
Best FP
8.8
Pts/Cr
19
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
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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
49 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
57Season Points1058
13Avg Pts / Match62
39Best Fantasy Score197
7Matches Played17
0MOTM Awards 🏅0
6.5Credits9.5
8.8Pts per Credit111.4

Raghu Sharma 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
StatisticRaghu SharmaRishabh Pant
Matches717
Avg fantasy points1362
Best fantasy score39197
Runs19561
Strike rate146.298.9
Fours254
Sixes119
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score19105
Wickets10
Economy rate8.670.00
Best spell (wkts)10
Catches115
Total dismissals120
Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Raghu Sharma
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
🏏 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: 🏏 Raghu Sharma
Captaining Rishabh Pant gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Raghu Sharma 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.

Raghu Sharma is a specialist bowler for Mumbai Indians, priced at 6.5 Cr this season. Over 7 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 88 fantasy points, averaging 13 pts per game with a best of 39 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 19 IPL runs at a strike rate of 146.2, and has claimed 1 IPL wickets with an economy of 8.67.

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: Raghu Sharma 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 — Raghu Sharma 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.

Raghu Sharma 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 — Raghu Sharma or Rishabh Pant?

Raghu Sharma has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (146.2), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Raghu Sharma and Rishabh Pant?

Raghu Sharma costs 6.5 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 Raghu Sharma and Rishabh Pant won?

In IPL 2026, Raghu Sharma 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 Raghu Sharma 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 Mumbai Indians 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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