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Rishabh Pant vs Sabbir Rahman: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Rishabh Pant or Sabbir Rahman?

Sabbir Rahman has the edge on the headline numbers: Sabbir Rahman leads on T20I batting (977 runs, avg 23.3). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants) has 1,209 T20I runs at avg 23.3 in 76 matches. Sabbir Rahman () has 977 T20I runs at avg 23.3 in 48 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

Full season · batting · bowling · fielding · MOTM · form

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Sabbir Rahman
· 8 cr
🏏
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
🏏
Sabbir Rahman
AR
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
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
🏏 Rishabh Pant
62 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
🏏 Rishabh Pant
VS
🏏 Sabbir Rahman
T20I Career Overview
76Matches48
🏏 Batting
1209Runs977
23.25Batting Avg23.26
—Strike Rate119.29
0Centuries0
3Half-Centuries4
41Sixes 🔴29
65*
Best Score
80
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets6
—Bowling Avg13.17
—Economy Rate6.49
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
3/11
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Rishabh Pant vs Sabbir Rahman · 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
StatisticRishabh PantSabbir Rahman
Matches170
Avg fantasy points620
Best fantasy score1970
Runs5610
Strike rate98.90.0
Fours540
Sixes190
Half-centuries (50+)30
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score1050
Catches150
Total dismissals200
International career · T20I
StatisticRishabh PantSabbir Rahman
Matches7648
Runs1209977
Batting average23.2523.26
Strike rate—119.3
Half-centuries (50+)34
Wickets06
Bowling average—13.17
Economy rate—6.49

📋 Format by format

T20I. Rishabh Pant has played 76 T20Is and Sabbir Rahman 48. Rishabh Pant has 1,209 runs at 23.3, against 977 at 23.3 (119.3) for Sabbir Rahman, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Sabbir Rahman also bowls: 6 wickets at an economy of 6.49, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Rishabh Pant has played 31 ODIs and Sabbir Rahman 66. Rishabh Pant has 871 runs at 33.5 (strike rate 106.2), against 1,333 at 25.6 (91.2) for Sabbir Rahman, so Sabbir Rahman has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 1, Sabbir Rahman 1. Fifties: 5 and 6.

Test. Rishabh Pant has played 51 Tests and Sabbir Rahman 11. Rishabh Pant has 3,644 runs at 43.4 (strike rate 74.3), against 481 at 24.1 (55.0) for Sabbir Rahman, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 8, Sabbir Rahman 0. Fifties: 20 and 4.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Sabbir Rahman
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
62 avg pts · 197 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Sabbir Rahman
Captaining Rishabh Pant 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: Rishabh Pant and Sabbir Rahman

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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

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

T20I career: Rishabh Pant has scored 1,209 T20I runs in 76 matches at an average of 23.25, with 3 half-centuries.

T20I career: Sabbir Rahman has scored 977 T20I runs in 48 matches at an average of 23.26, with 4 half-centuries. He has also taken 6 T20I wickets at an average of 13.17 with an economy of 6.49.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Rishabh Pant is the stronger pick with an average of 62 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, Rishabh Pant or Sabbir Rahman?

Based on recent 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 this season.

Rishabh Pant vs Sabbir Rahman: 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, Rishabh Pant or Sabbir Rahman?

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 Rishabh Pant and Sabbir Rahman?

Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr and Sabbir Rahman costs 8 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 Rishabh Pant and Sabbir Rahman won?

Rishabh Pant has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Sabbir Rahman has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Rishabh Pant or Sabbir Rahman in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Rishabh Pant is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if Lucknow Super Giants are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for . Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Rishabh Pant or Sabbir Rahman?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 matches (average 23.3) and Sabbir Rahman has 977 in 48 (average 23.3).

Who has more ODI runs, Rishabh Pant or Sabbir Rahman?

Sabbir Rahman has more ODI runs: Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 matches (average 33.5) and Sabbir Rahman has 1,333 in 66 (average 25.6).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: Rishabh Pant strikes at 106.2 and Sabbir Rahman at 91.2.

Who has more Test runs, Rishabh Pant or Sabbir Rahman?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 matches (average 43.4) and Sabbir Rahman has 481 in 11 (average 24.1).
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