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Rishabh Pant vs Spencer Johnson — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rishabh Pant or Spencer Johnson?

Rishabh Pant has the edge on the headline numbers: Rishabh Pant averages 62 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Spencer Johnson's 37. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants) averages 62 fantasy pts per match. Spencer Johnson (Chennai Super Kings) averages 37 fantasy pts. Full IPL stats & fantasy cricket comparison: batting, bowling, fielding, and form.

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

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Rishabh Pant
🦅 LSG · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Spencer Johnson
🦁 CSK · 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
🏏
Spencer Johnson
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
BOWL🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
37
Avg Pts
71
Best FP
7.8
Pts/Cr
7
Total Runs
5
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
25 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
1058Season Points66
62Avg Pts / Match37
197Best Fantasy Score71
17Matches Played5
0MOTM Awards 🏅0
9.5Credits8.5
111.4Pts per Credit7.8

Rishabh Pant vs Spencer Johnson — 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 PantSpencer Johnson
Matches175
Avg fantasy points6237
Best fantasy score19771
Runs5617
Strike rate98.950.0
Fours540
Sixes190
Half-centuries (50+)30
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score1057
Wickets05
Economy rate0.006.87
Best spell (wkts)02
Catches152
Total dismissals202
International career — T20I
StatisticRishabh PantSpencer Johnson
Matches7611
Runs12090
Batting average23.25—
Half-centuries (50+)30
Wickets017
Five-wicket hauls01

📋 Format by format

T20I. Rishabh Pant has played 76 T20Is and Spencer Johnson 11. Rishabh Pant has 1,209 runs at 23.3, against 0 for Spencer Johnson, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Spencer Johnson also bowls: 17 wickets, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Rishabh Pant has played 31 ODIs and Spencer Johnson 4. Rishabh Pant has 871 runs at 33.5 (strike rate 106.2), against 12 for Spencer Johnson, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 1, Spencer Johnson 0. Fifties: 5 and 0.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

Rishabh Pant vs Spencer Johnson is one of the most searched cricket comparisons, combining international career stats with IPL fantasy data. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.

Rishabh Pant is a wicket-keeper batter for Lucknow Super Giants, priced at 9.5 Cr this season. Over 17 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 1058 fantasy points, averaging 62 pts per game with a best of 197 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 561 IPL runs at a strike rate of 98.9.

International career: Rishabh Pant has scored 1,209 T20I runs in 76 matches at an average of 23.25, with 3 half-centuries internationally. In TESTs, he has 3,644 runs across 51 matches (avg 43.4).

Spencer Johnson is a specialist bowler for Chennai Super Kings, priced at 8.5 Cr. Across 5 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 186 fantasy points, averaging 37 pts per game with a best of 71 pts. He has scored 7 IPL runs at a strike rate of 50, picking up 5 IPL wickets at an economy of 6.87.

International career: He has also taken 17 T20I wickets.

Batting edge: Rishabh Pant leads with the bat this season, making them the better pick if the pitch is expected to be batting-friendly or if the match is being played on a flat track.

Bowling edge: Spencer Johnson has been the more impactful bowler in IPL 2026, and becomes especially valuable in conditions that offer pace or spin movement.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Rishabh Pant is the stronger pick right now with an average of 62 pts per game and a best score of 197 pts. The value-for-money metric (points per credit) further reinforces this — always check this number before finalising your captain or vice-captain choice.

Captaincy Recommendation: Based on IPL 2026 season form, Rishabh Pant is the safer captaincy option. However, if the opposition's bowling or batting lineup suits the other player, consider rotating your captain pick. Always check the playing XI, pitch report, and toss result before locking in your captain.

Stats are updated after every IPL 2026 match. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool or check the Fantasy Leaderboard to see how top managers are building their teams.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Who has better IPL 2026 stats — Rishabh Pant or Spencer Johnson?

Based on IPL 2026 season 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 IPL 2026.

Rishabh Pant vs Spencer Johnson — 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 Spencer Johnson?

Rishabh Pant has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (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 Spencer Johnson?

Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr and Spencer Johnson 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.

How many MOTM awards have Rishabh Pant and Spencer Johnson won?

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

Should I pick Rishabh Pant or Spencer Johnson in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Rishabh Pant is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick IPL 2026. However, consider the match conditions — if Lucknow Super Giants are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Chennai Super Kings. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Rishabh Pant or Spencer Johnson?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 matches (average 23.3) and Spencer Johnson has 0 in 11.

Who has more ODI runs, Rishabh Pant or Spencer Johnson?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 matches (average 33.5) and Spencer Johnson has 12 in 4.
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