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Rishabh Pant vs Shai Hope: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rishabh Pant or Shai Hope?

Shai Hope has the edge on the headline numbers: Shai Hope leads on T20I batting (1,743 runs, avg 30.1). 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. Shai Hope (West Indies) has 1,743 T20I runs at avg 30.1 in 70 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
🏏
Shai Hope
🏏 WI · 9.5 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
🏏
Shai Hope
🏏 West Indies
🧤 WK🏅 2× MOTM
9.5 cr
Credits
94
Avg Pts
259
Best FP
198.2
Pts/Cr
1067
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
🏏 Shai Hope
32 higher avg pts · 259 best fantasy score · 2× MOTM
🏏 Rishabh Pant
VS
🏏 Shai Hope
T20I Career Overview
76Matches70
🏏 Batting
1209Runs1743
23.25Batting Avg30.05
0Centuries1
3Half-Centuries12
41Sixes 🔴89
65*
Best Score
102*
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Rishabh Pant vs Shai Hope — 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 PantShai Hope
Matches1720
Avg fantasy points6294
Best fantasy score197259
Runs5611067
Strike rate98.985.1
Fours5480
Sixes1937
Half-centuries (50+)34
Centuries (100+)16
Highest score105162
Catches1514
Total dismissals2023
International career — T20I
StatisticRishabh PantShai Hope
Matches7670
Runs12091743
Batting average23.2530.05
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)312

📋 Format by format

T20I. Rishabh Pant has played 76 T20Is and Shai Hope 70. Rishabh Pant has 1,209 runs at 23.3, against 1,743 at 30.1 for Shai Hope, so Shai Hope has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 0, Shai Hope 1. Fifties: 3 and 12.

ODI. Rishabh Pant has played 31 ODIs and Shai Hope 158. Rishabh Pant has 871 runs at 33.5 (strike rate 106.2), against 6,590 at 51.5 for Shai Hope, so Shai Hope has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 1, Shai Hope 21. Fifties: 5 and 32.

Test. Rishabh Pant has played 51 Tests and Shai Hope 49. Rishabh Pant has 3,644 runs at 43.4 (strike rate 74.3), against 2,518 at 28.0 (44.0) for Shai Hope, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 8, Shai Hope 5. Fifties: 20 and 7.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Higher strike rate
🏏 Shai Hope
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shai Hope
94 avg pts · 259 best · 2 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
Captaining Shai Hope gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Rishabh Pant vs Shai Hope — 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: Shai Hope has scored 1,743 T20I runs in 70 matches at an average of 30.05, with 1 century.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shai Hope 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 — Rishabh Pant or Shai Hope?

Based on recent data, Shai Hope has the edge with a higher average of 94 fantasy points per game. Shai Hope leads in runs scored (1067 runs). Overall Shai Hope is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Rishabh Pant vs Shai Hope — who is a better fantasy captain?

Shai Hope is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 94 pts per game with a best score of 259 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 Shai Hope?

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 Shai Hope?

Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr and Shai Hope 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 Rishabh Pant and Shai Hope won?

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

Should I pick Rishabh Pant or Shai Hope in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shai Hope 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 West Indies. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Rishabh Pant or Shai Hope?

Shai Hope has more T20I runs: Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 matches (average 23.3) and Shai Hope has 1,743 in 70 (average 30.1).

Who has more ODI runs, Rishabh Pant or Shai Hope?

Shai Hope has more ODI runs: Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 matches (average 33.5) and Shai Hope has 6,590 in 158 (average 51.5).

Who has more Test runs, Rishabh Pant or Shai Hope?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 matches (average 43.4) and Shai Hope has 2,518 in 49 (average 28.0).
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