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Rashid Khan vs Ryan Rickelton — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rashid Khan or Ryan Rickelton?

Ryan Rickelton has the edge on the headline numbers: Ryan Rickelton averages 72 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Rashid Khan's 70. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Rashid Khan (Gujarat Titans) averages 70 fantasy pts per match. Ryan Rickelton (Mumbai Indians) averages 72 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
🏏
Rashid Khan
⚡ GT · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Ryan Rickelton
🔵 MI · 9 cr
🏏
Rashid Khan
⚡ Gujarat Titans
BOWL🌏 OS🏅 3× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
70
Avg Pts
203
Best FP
183.7
Pts/Cr
148
Total Runs
32
Total Wkts
🏏
Ryan Rickelton
🔵 Mumbai Indians
🧤 WK🌏 OS🏅 3× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
72
Avg Pts
217
Best FP
172.9
Pts/Cr
758
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched — pick based on ground & match-up!
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
1745Season Points1556
70Avg Pts / Match72
203Best Fantasy Score217
20Matches Played20
3MOTM Awards 🏅3
9.5Credits9
183.7Pts per Credit172.9

Rashid Khan vs Ryan Rickelton — 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
StatisticRashid KhanRyan Rickelton
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points7072
Best fantasy score203217
Runs148758
Strike rate98.0157.6
Fours1458
Sixes451
Half-centuries (50+)05
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score37123
Wickets320
Economy rate7.220.00
Best spell (wkts)60
Catches1111
Total dismissals1312
International career — T20I
StatisticRashid KhanRyan Rickelton
Matches11529
Runs622741
Batting average14.8128.50
Half-centuries (50+)04
Wickets1930
Bowling average13.73—
Five-wicket hauls20

📋 Format by format

T20I. Rashid Khan has played 115 T20Is and Ryan Rickelton 29. Rashid Khan has 622 runs at 14.8, against 741 at 28.5 for Ryan Rickelton, so Ryan Rickelton has scored more. Rashid Khan also bowls: 193 wickets, while Ryan Rickelton has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Rashid Khan has played 123 ODIs and Ryan Rickelton 19. Rashid Khan has 1,469 runs at 18.8, against 552 at 32.5 for Ryan Rickelton, so Rashid Khan has scored more. Hundreds: Rashid Khan 0, Ryan Rickelton 1. Fifties: 5 and 2. Rashid Khan also bowls: 226 wickets, while Ryan Rickelton has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Rashid Khan has played 6 Tests and Ryan Rickelton 15. Rashid Khan has 154 runs at 17.1 (strike rate 85.6), against 897 at 37.4 (52.9) for Ryan Rickelton, so Ryan Rickelton has scored more. Hundreds: Rashid Khan 0, Ryan Rickelton 2. Fifties: 1 and 1. Rashid Khan also bowls: 45 wickets at an economy of 2.96, while Ryan Rickelton has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 20 June 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Rashid Khan
✓ More wickets
🏏 Ryan Rickelton
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
Both players are closely matched — consider pitch conditions and recent form before choosing captain.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Rashid Khan vs Ryan Rickelton 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.

Rashid Khan is a specialist bowler for Gujarat Titans, priced at 9.5 Cr this season. Over 20 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 1402 fantasy points, averaging 70 pts per game with a best of 203 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 148 IPL runs at a strike rate of 98, and has claimed 32 IPL wickets with an economy of 7.22. He has won Man of the Match 3 times this season.

International career: Rashid Khan has scored 1,469 ODI runs in 123 matches at an average of 18.83, with 5 half-centuries internationally. He has also taken 226 ODI wickets at an average of 19.43. In T20Is, he has 622 runs across 115 matches (avg 14.8).

Ryan Rickelton is a wicket-keeper batter for Mumbai Indians, priced at 9 Cr. Across 20 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 1439 fantasy points, averaging 72 pts per game with a best of 217 pts. He has scored 758 IPL runs at a strike rate of 157.6. He has won 3 MOTM awards this season.

International career: Ryan Rickelton has scored 741 T20I runs in 29 matches at an average of 28.50, with 4 half-centuries internationally. In ODIs, he has 552 runs across 19 matches (avg 32.5).

Batting edge: Ryan Rickelton 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: Rashid Khan 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, Ryan Rickelton is the stronger pick right now with an average of 72 pts per game and a best score of 217 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, Ryan Rickelton 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 — Rashid Khan or Ryan Rickelton?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Ryan Rickelton has the edge with a higher average of 72 fantasy points per game. Ryan Rickelton leads in runs scored (758 runs). Overall Ryan Rickelton is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Rashid Khan vs Ryan Rickelton — who is a better fantasy captain?

Ryan Rickelton is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 72 pts per game with a best score of 217 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 — Rashid Khan or Ryan Rickelton?

Ryan Rickelton has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (157.6), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Rashid Khan and Ryan Rickelton?

Rashid Khan costs 9.5 Cr and Ryan Rickelton costs 9 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 Rashid Khan and Ryan Rickelton won?

In IPL 2026, Rashid Khan has won 3 Man of the Match awards and Ryan Rickelton has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Rashid Khan or Ryan Rickelton in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Ryan Rickelton is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick IPL 2026. However, consider the match conditions — if Gujarat Titans are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Mumbai Indians. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Rashid Khan or Ryan Rickelton?

Ryan Rickelton has more T20I runs: Rashid Khan has 622 in 115 matches (average 14.8) and Ryan Rickelton has 741 in 29 (average 28.5).

Who has more ODI runs, Rashid Khan or Ryan Rickelton?

Rashid Khan has more ODI runs: Rashid Khan has 1,469 in 123 matches (average 18.8) and Ryan Rickelton has 552 in 19 (average 32.5).

Who has more Test runs, Rashid Khan or Ryan Rickelton?

Ryan Rickelton has more Test runs: Rashid Khan has 154 in 6 matches (average 17.1) and Ryan Rickelton has 897 in 15 (average 37.4).
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