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Rishabh Pant vs Shamar Joseph: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rishabh Pant or Shamar Joseph?

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. Shamar Joseph (West Indies) has 39 T20I runs in 23 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
🏏
Shamar Joseph
🏏 WI · 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
🏏
Shamar Joseph
🏏 West Indies
BOWL
8 cr
Credits
70
Avg Pts
184
Best FP
131.9
Pts/Cr
148
Total Runs
28
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Shamar Joseph
8 higher avg pts · 184 best fantasy score
🏏 Rishabh Pant
VS
🏏 Shamar Joseph
T20I Career Overview
76Matches23
🏏 Batting
1209Runs39
23.25Batting Avg—
—Strike Rate177.27
0Centuries0
3Half-Centuries0
41Sixes 🔴3
65*
Best Score
21*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets36
—Bowling Avg20.06
—Economy Rate9.14
05-Wkt Hauls1
—
Best Figures
5/33
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Rishabh Pant vs Shamar Joseph — 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 PantShamar Joseph
Matches1715
Avg fantasy points6270
Best fantasy score197184
Runs561148
Strike rate98.9121.3
Fours5412
Sixes199
Half-centuries (50+)31
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10561
Wickets028
Economy rate0.005.75
Best spell (wkts)05
Catches156
Total dismissals206
International career — T20I
StatisticRishabh PantShamar Joseph
Matches7623
Runs120939
Batting average23.25—
Strike rate—177.3
Half-centuries (50+)30
Wickets036
Bowling average—20.06
Economy rate—9.14
Five-wicket hauls01

📋 Format by format

T20I. Rishabh Pant has played 76 T20Is and Shamar Joseph 23. Rishabh Pant has 1,209 runs at 23.3, against 39 (177.3) for Shamar Joseph, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Shamar Joseph also bowls: 36 wickets at an economy of 9.14, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Rishabh Pant has played 31 ODIs and Shamar Joseph 15. Rishabh Pant has 871 runs at 33.5 (strike rate 106.2), against 111 at 18.5 (59.7) for Shamar Joseph, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 1, Shamar Joseph 0. Fifties: 5 and 1.

Test. Rishabh Pant has played 51 Tests and Shamar Joseph 17. Rishabh Pant has 3,644 runs at 43.4 (strike rate 74.3), against 438 at 15.1 (83.9) for Shamar Joseph, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 8, Shamar Joseph 0. Fifties: 20 and 0. Shamar Joseph also bowls: 64 wickets at an economy of 3.94, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
🏏 Shamar Joseph
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shamar Joseph
70 avg pts · 184 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
Captaining Shamar Joseph gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Rishabh Pant vs Shamar Joseph — 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: Shamar Joseph has scored 39 T20I runs in 23 matches. He has also taken 36 T20I wickets at an average of 20.06 with an economy of 9.14.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shamar Joseph 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 Shamar Joseph?

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

Rishabh Pant vs Shamar Joseph — who is a better fantasy captain?

Shamar Joseph 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 Shamar Joseph?

Shamar Joseph has the superior batting strike rate this season (121.3), 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 Shamar Joseph?

Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr and Shamar Joseph 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 Shamar Joseph won?

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

Should I pick Rishabh Pant or Shamar Joseph in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shamar Joseph 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 Shamar Joseph?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 matches (average 23.3) and Shamar Joseph has 39 in 23.

Who has more ODI runs, Rishabh Pant or Shamar Joseph?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 matches (average 33.5) and Shamar Joseph has 111 in 15 (average 18.5).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: Rishabh Pant strikes at 106.2 and Shamar Joseph at 59.7.

Who has more Test runs, Rishabh Pant or Shamar Joseph?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 matches (average 43.4) and Shamar Joseph has 438 in 17 (average 15.1).
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