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Rishabh Pant vs Saim Ayub: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rishabh Pant or Saim Ayub?

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.

Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants) has 1,209 T20I runs at avg 23.3 in 76 matches. Saim Ayub (Pakistan) has 498 T20I runs at avg 21.6 in 27 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
🏏
Saim Ayub
🇵🇰 PAK · 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
🏏
Saim Ayub
🇵🇰 Pakistan
AR
8 cr
Credits
40
Avg Pts
90
Best FP
34.9
Pts/Cr
73
Total Runs
4
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
22 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
🏏 Rishabh Pant
VS
🏏 Saim Ayub
T20I Career Overview
76Matches27
🏏 Batting
1209Runs498
23.25Batting Avg21.65
—Strike Rate137.95
0Centuries0
3Half-Centuries1
41Sixes 🔴22
65*
Best Score
98
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Rishabh Pant vs Saim Ayub — 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 PantSaim Ayub
Matches177
Avg fantasy points6240
Best fantasy score19790
Runs56173
Strike rate98.9114.1
Fours545
Sixes194
Half-centuries (50+)30
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10529
Wickets04
Economy rate0.006.41
Best spell (wkts)01
Catches152
Total dismissals203
International career — T20I
StatisticRishabh PantSaim Ayub
Matches7627
Runs1209498
Batting average23.2521.65
Strike rate—137.9
Half-centuries (50+)31
Economy rate—8.80

📋 Format by format

T20I. Rishabh Pant has played 76 T20Is and Saim Ayub 27. Rishabh Pant has 1,209 runs at 23.3, against 498 at 21.6 (137.9) for Saim Ayub, so Rishabh Pant has scored more.

ODI. Rishabh Pant has played 31 ODIs and Saim Ayub 9. Rishabh Pant has 871 runs at 33.5 (strike rate 106.2), against 515 at 64.4 (105.5) for Saim Ayub, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 1, Saim Ayub 3. Fifties: 5 and 1. Saim Ayub also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 4.63, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Rishabh Pant has played 51 Tests and Saim Ayub 8. Rishabh Pant has 3,644 runs at 43.4 (strike rate 74.3), against 364 at 26.0 (55.4) for Saim Ayub, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 8, Saim Ayub 0. Fifties: 20 and 3.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Saim Ayub
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
62 avg pts · 197 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Saim Ayub
Captaining Rishabh Pant gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Rishabh Pant vs Saim Ayub — 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: Saim Ayub has scored 498 T20I runs in 27 matches at an average of 21.65, with 1 half-century.

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 Saim Ayub?

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 Saim Ayub — 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 Saim Ayub?

Saim Ayub has the superior batting strike rate this season (114.1), 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 Saim Ayub?

Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr and Saim Ayub 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 Saim Ayub won?

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

Should I pick Rishabh Pant or Saim Ayub 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 Pakistan. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Rishabh Pant or Saim Ayub?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 matches (average 23.3) and Saim Ayub has 498 in 27 (average 21.6).

Who has more ODI runs, Rishabh Pant or Saim Ayub?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 matches (average 33.5) and Saim Ayub has 515 in 9 (average 64.4).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: Rishabh Pant strikes at 106.2 and Saim Ayub at 105.5.

Who has more Test runs, Rishabh Pant or Saim Ayub?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 matches (average 43.4) and Saim Ayub has 364 in 8 (average 26.0).
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