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Rishabh Pant vs Shafali Verma — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rishabh Pant or Shafali Verma?

Shafali Verma has the edge on the headline numbers: Shafali Verma leads on T20I batting (3,174 runs, avg 28.9). 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. Shafali Verma (India Women) has 3,174 T20I runs at avg 28.9 in 124 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
🏏
Shafali Verma
🇮🇳 INDW · 8.5 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
🏏
Shafali Verma
🇮🇳 India Women
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
88
Avg Pts
204
Best FP
81.6
Pts/Cr
483
Total Runs
7
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Shafali Verma
26 higher avg pts · 204 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Rishabh Pant
VS
🏏 Shafali Verma
T20I Career Overview
76Matches124
🏏 Batting
1209Runs3174
23.25Batting Avg28.85
—Strike Rate137.82
0Centuries0
3Half-Centuries20
41Sixes 🔴101
65*
Best Score
88
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets16
—Bowling Avg22.69
—Economy Rate6.56
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
3/15
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Rishabh Pant vs Shafali Verma — 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 PantShafali Verma
Matches1714
Avg fantasy points6288
Best fantasy score197204
Runs561483
Strike rate98.9142.9
Fours5467
Sixes1916
Half-centuries (50+)35
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10568
Wickets07
Economy rate0.005.85
Best spell (wkts)03
Catches159
Total dismissals209
International career — T20I
StatisticRishabh PantShafali Verma
Matches76124
Runs12093174
Batting average23.2528.85
Strike rate—137.8
Half-centuries (50+)320
Wickets016
Bowling average—22.69
Economy rate—6.56

📋 Format by format

T20I. Rishabh Pant has played 76 T20Is and Shafali Verma 124. Rishabh Pant has 1,209 runs at 23.3, against 3,174 at 28.9 (137.8) for Shafali Verma, so Shafali Verma has scored more. Shafali Verma also bowls: 16 wickets at an economy of 6.56, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Rishabh Pant has played 31 ODIs and Shafali Verma 62. Rishabh Pant has 871 runs at 33.5 (strike rate 106.2), against 880 at 20.0 (80.8) for Shafali Verma, so Shafali Verma has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 1, Shafali Verma 0. Fifties: 5 and 5.

Test. Rishabh Pant has played 51 Tests and Shafali Verma 7. Rishabh Pant has 3,644 runs at 43.4 (strike rate 74.3), against 640 at 49.2 (73.1) for Shafali Verma, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 8, Shafali Verma 1. Fifties: 20 and 3.

International numbers up to 30 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
🏏 Shafali Verma
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shafali Verma
88 avg pts · 204 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
Captaining Shafali Verma gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Rishabh Pant vs Shafali Verma — 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: Shafali Verma has scored 3,174 T20I runs in 124 matches at an average of 28.85, with 20 half-centuries. She has also taken 16 T20I wickets at an average of 22.69 with an economy of 6.56.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shafali Verma is the stronger pick with an average of 88 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 Shafali Verma?

Based on recent data, Shafali Verma has the edge with a higher average of 88 fantasy points per game. Rishabh Pant leads in runs scored (561 runs). Overall Shafali Verma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Rishabh Pant vs Shafali Verma — who is a better fantasy captain?

Shafali Verma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 88 pts per game with a best score of 204 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 Shafali Verma?

Shafali Verma has the superior batting strike rate this season (142.9), 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 Shafali Verma?

Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr and Shafali Verma 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 Shafali Verma won?

Rishabh Pant has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Shafali Verma has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Rishabh Pant or Shafali Verma in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shafali Verma 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 India Women. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Rishabh Pant or Shafali Verma?

Shafali Verma has more T20I runs: Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 matches (average 23.3) and Shafali Verma has 3,174 in 124 (average 28.9).

Who has more ODI runs, Rishabh Pant or Shafali Verma?

Shafali Verma has more ODI runs: Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 matches (average 33.5) and Shafali Verma has 880 in 62 (average 20.0).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: Rishabh Pant strikes at 106.2 and Shafali Verma at 80.8.

Who has more Test runs, Rishabh Pant or Shafali Verma?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 matches (average 43.4) and Shafali Verma has 640 in 7 (average 49.2).
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