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Richard Ngarava vs Rishabh Pant — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Richard Ngarava 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.

Richard Ngarava (Zimbabwe) has 101 T20I runs at avg 5.0 in 90 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
🏏
Richard Ngarava
🇿🇼 ZIM · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
🏏
Richard Ngarava
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
BOWL🏅 1× MOTM
8 cr
Credits
94
Avg Pts
159
Best FP
103.0
Pts/Cr
46
Total Runs
21
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
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Richard Ngarava
32 higher avg pts · 159 best fantasy score · 1× MOTM
🏏 Richard Ngarava
VS
🏏 Rishabh Pant
T20I Career Overview
90Matches76
🏏 Batting
101Runs1209
5.05Batting Avg23.25
95.28Strike Rate—
0Centuries0
0Half-Centuries3
4Sixes 🔴41
12*
Best Score
65*
🎳 Bowling
108Wickets0
21.38Bowling Avg—
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/16
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Richard Ngarava 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
StatisticRichard NgaravaRishabh Pant
Matches817
Avg fantasy points9462
Best fantasy score159197
Runs46561
Strike rate59.798.9
Fours454
Sixes019
Half-centuries (50+)03
Centuries (100+)01
Highest score27105
Wickets210
Economy rate5.280.00
Best spell (wkts)50
Catches015
Total dismissals020
International career — T20I
StatisticRichard NgaravaRishabh Pant
Matches9076
Runs1011209
Batting average5.0523.25
Strike rate95.3—
Half-centuries (50+)03
Wickets1080
Bowling average21.38—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Richard Ngarava has played 90 T20Is and Rishabh Pant 76. Richard Ngarava has 101 runs at 5.0 (strike rate 95.3), against 1,209 at 23.3 for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Richard Ngarava also bowls: 108 wickets, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Richard Ngarava has played 55 ODIs and Rishabh Pant 31. Richard Ngarava has 272 runs at 12.9 (strike rate 84.0), against 871 at 33.5 (106.2) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Richard Ngarava 0, Rishabh Pant 1. Fifties: 0 and 5. Richard Ngarava also bowls: 70 wickets, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Richard Ngarava has played 11 Tests and Rishabh Pant 51. Richard Ngarava has 136 runs at 9.7 (strike rate 49.3), against 3,644 at 43.4 (74.3) for Rishabh Pant, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Richard Ngarava 0, Rishabh Pant 8. Fifties: 0 and 20. Richard Ngarava also bowls: 25 wickets, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Richard Ngarava
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Richard Ngarava
94 avg pts · 159 best · 1 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
Captaining Richard Ngarava gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Richard Ngarava has scored 101 T20I runs in 90 matches at an average of 5.05. He has also taken 108 T20I wickets at an average of 21.38.

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, Richard Ngarava is the stronger pick with an average of 94 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 — Richard Ngarava or Rishabh Pant?

Based on recent data, Richard Ngarava has the edge with a higher average of 94 fantasy points per game. Rishabh Pant leads in runs scored (561 runs). Overall Richard Ngarava is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Richard Ngarava vs Rishabh Pant — who is a better fantasy captain?

Richard Ngarava is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 94 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 — Richard Ngarava 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 Richard Ngarava and Rishabh Pant?

Richard Ngarava costs 8 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 Richard Ngarava and Rishabh Pant won?

Richard Ngarava 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 Richard Ngarava or Rishabh Pant in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Richard Ngarava is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Zimbabwe 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, Richard Ngarava or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Richard Ngarava has 101 in 90 matches (average 5.0) and Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 (average 23.3).

Who has more ODI runs, Richard Ngarava or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Richard Ngarava has 272 in 55 matches (average 12.9) and Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 (average 33.5).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: Richard Ngarava strikes at 84.0 and Rishabh Pant at 106.2.

Who has more Test runs, Richard Ngarava or Rishabh Pant?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Richard Ngarava has 136 in 11 matches (average 9.7) and Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 (average 43.4).
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