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Rishabh Pant vs Steve Waugh — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rishabh Pant or Steve Waugh?

Steve Waugh has the edge on the headline numbers: Steve Waugh leads on T20I batting (7,569 runs, avg 32.9). 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. Steve Waugh () has 7,569 ODI runs at avg 32.9 in 325 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
🏏
Steve Waugh
· 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
🏏
Steve Waugh
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
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
🏏 Rishabh Pant
62 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
🏏 Rishabh Pant
VS
🏏 Steve Waugh
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 Steve Waugh — 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 PantSteve Waugh
Matches170
Avg fantasy points620
Best fantasy score1970
Runs5610
Strike rate98.90.0
Fours540
Sixes190
Half-centuries (50+)30
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score1050
Catches150
Total dismissals200
International career — ODI
StatisticRishabh PantSteve Waugh
Matches31325
Runs8717569
Batting average33.5032.91
Strike rate106.275.9
Centuries (100+)13
Half-centuries (50+)545
Wickets0195
Bowling average—34.67
Economy rate—4.57

📋 Format by format

ODI. Rishabh Pant has played 31 ODIs and Steve Waugh 325. Rishabh Pant has 871 runs at 33.5 (strike rate 106.2), against 7,569 at 32.9 (75.9) for Steve Waugh, so Steve Waugh has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 1, Steve Waugh 3. Fifties: 5 and 45. Steve Waugh also bowls: 195 wickets at an economy of 4.57, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Rishabh Pant has played 51 Tests and Steve Waugh 168. Rishabh Pant has 3,644 runs at 43.4 (strike rate 74.3), against 10,927 at 51.1 (48.6) for Steve Waugh, so Steve Waugh has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 8, Steve Waugh 32. Fifties: 20 and 50. Steve Waugh also bowls: 92 wickets at an economy of 2.65, 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
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Steve Waugh
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
62 avg pts · 197 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Steve Waugh
Captaining Rishabh Pant gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Rishabh Pant vs Steve Waugh — 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.

Steve Waugh does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Rishabh Pant is the stronger pick with an average of 62 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 Steve Waugh?

Based on recent 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 this season.

Rishabh Pant vs Steve Waugh — 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 Steve Waugh?

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 Steve Waugh?

Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr and Steve Waugh 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 Steve Waugh won?

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

Should I pick Rishabh Pant or Steve Waugh in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Rishabh Pant 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 . Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more ODI runs, Rishabh Pant or Steve Waugh?

Steve Waugh has more ODI runs: Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 matches (average 33.5) and Steve Waugh has 7,569 in 325 (average 32.9).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: Rishabh Pant strikes at 106.2 and Steve Waugh at 75.9.

Who has more Test runs, Rishabh Pant or Steve Waugh?

Steve Waugh has more Test runs: Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 matches (average 43.4) and Steve Waugh has 10,927 in 168 (average 51.1).
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