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Rishabh Pant vs Sam Harper — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Q: Who has better IPL 2026 stats — Rishabh Pant or Sam Harper?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Sam Harper has the edge with a higher average of 70 fantasy points per game. Rishabh Pant leads in runs scored (561 runs). Overall Sam Harper is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Q: Who has a better strike rate — Rishabh Pant or Sam Harper?

Sam Harper has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (163.5), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

Q: What is the price difference between Rishabh Pant and Sam Harper?

Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr and Sam Harper costs 8.5 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.

Q: How many MOTM awards have Rishabh Pant and Sam Harper won?

In IPL 2026, Rishabh Pant has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Sam Harper has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Who is better — Rishabh Pant or Sam Harper?

Compare batting averages, strike rates, wickets and IPL fantasy points below.

Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants) has 1,209 T20I runs at avg 23.3 in 76 matches. Sam Harper (Galle Gallants) — international career stats below. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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PLAYER 1

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Rishabh Pant

🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr

PLAYER 2

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Sam Harper

🐘 GG · 8.5 cr

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Rishabh Pant

🦅 Lucknow Super Giants

🧤 WK

9.5 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

197

Best FP

111.4

Pts/Cr

561

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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Sam Harper

🐘 Galle Gallants

🧤 WK🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM

8.5 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

135

Best FP

90.1

Pts/Cr

425

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.

📈 Slight Edge

🏏 Sam Harper

8 higher avg pts · 135 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM

🏏 Rishabh Pant

🏏 Sam Harper

T20I Career Overview

76Matches—

🏏 Batting

1209Runs—

23.25Batting Avg—

0Centuries—

3Half-Centuries—

41Sixes 🔴—

65*

Best Score

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Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Rishabh Pant vs Sam Harper — 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
Statistic	Rishabh Pant	Sam Harper
Matches	17	11
Avg fantasy points	62	70
Best fantasy score	197	135
Runs	561	425
Strike rate	98.9	163.5
Fours	54	43
Sixes	19	19
Half-centuries (50+)	3	3
Centuries (100+)	1	0
Highest score	105	77
Catches	15	4
Total dismissals	20	5

Stats updated 15 Oct 2026

⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick

🏏 Rishabh Pant

✓ Superior run-scorer

🏏 Sam Harper

✓ Higher strike rate

✓ Higher avg fantasy pts

✓ More MOTM awards

👑 Captaincy Recommendation

C: 🏏 Sam Harper

70 avg pts · 135 best · 2 MOTM

VC: 🏏 Rishabh Pant

Captaining Sam Harper gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Rishabh Pant vs Sam Harper — 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.

Sam Harper does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Sam Harper is the stronger pick with an average of 70 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 Sam Harper?

Based on recent data, Sam Harper has the edge with a higher average of 70 fantasy points per game. Rishabh Pant leads in runs scored (561 runs). Overall Sam Harper is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Rishabh Pant vs Sam Harper — who is a better fantasy captain?

Sam Harper is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 70 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 Sam Harper?

Sam Harper has the superior batting strike rate this season (163.5), 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 Sam Harper?

Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr and Sam Harper costs 8.5 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 Rishabh Pant and Sam Harper won?

Rishabh Pant has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Sam Harper has won 2 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Rishabh Pant or Sam Harper in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Sam Harper 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 Galle Gallants. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

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