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Rahul Chahar vs Rishabh Pant — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rahul Chahar or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has the edge on the headline numbers: Rishabh Pant averages 62 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Rahul Chahar's 0. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Rahul Chahar (Chennai Super Kings) averages 0 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
🏏
Rahul Chahar
🦁 CSK · 7.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Rahul Chahar
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
BOWL
7.5 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
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
62 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
0Season Points1058
0Avg Pts / Match62
0Best Fantasy Score197
1Matches Played17
0MOTM Awards 🏅0
7.5Credits9.5
0.0Pts per Credit111.4

Rahul Chahar 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
StatisticRahul ChaharRishabh Pant
Matches117
Avg fantasy points062
Best fantasy score0197
Runs0561
Strike rate0.098.9
Fours054
Sixes019
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score0105
Economy rate11.500.00
Catches015
Total dismissals020
International career — T20I
StatisticRahul ChaharRishabh Pant
Matches676
Runs51209
Batting average5.0023.25
Strike rate100.0—
Half-centuries (50+)03
Wickets70
Bowling average23.86—
Economy rate7.59—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Rahul Chahar has played 6 T20Is and Rishabh Pant 76. Rahul Chahar has 5 runs at 5.0 (strike rate 100.0), against 1,209 at 23.3 for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Rahul Chahar also bowls: 7 wickets at an economy of 7.59, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Rahul Chahar has played 1 ODI and Rishabh Pant 31. Rahul Chahar has 13 runs at 13.0 (strike rate 52.0), against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rahul Chahar 0, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 0 and 5.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

Rahul Chahar 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.

Rahul Chahar is a specialist bowler for Chennai Super Kings, priced at 7.5 Cr this season. Over 1 match in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 0 fantasy points, averaging 0 pts per game with a best of 0 pts..

International career: Rahul Chahar has scored 5 T20I runs in 6 matches at an average of 5.00 internationally. He has also taken 7 T20I wickets at an average of 23.86 with an economy of 7.59.

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.

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 — Rahul Chahar 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.

Rahul Chahar 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 — Rahul Chahar or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (98.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Rahul Chahar and Rishabh Pant?

Rahul Chahar costs 7.5 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 Rahul Chahar and Rishabh Pant won?

In IPL 2026, Rahul Chahar 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 Rahul Chahar 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 Chennai Super Kings 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, Rahul Chahar or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Rahul Chahar has 5 in 6 matches (average 5.0) and Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 (average 23.3).

Who has more ODI runs, Rahul Chahar or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Rahul Chahar has 13 in 1 matches (average 13.0) and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).
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