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Rishabh Pant vs Tim Seifert — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rishabh Pant or Tim Seifert?

Tim Seifert has the edge on the headline numbers: Tim Seifert averages 63 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Rishabh Pant's 62. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants) averages 62 fantasy pts per match. Tim Seifert (Kolkata Knight Riders) averages 63 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
🏏
Tim Seifert
💜 KKR · 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
🏏
Tim Seifert
💜 Kolkata Knight Riders
BAT🌏 OS🏅 3× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
63
Avg Pts
157
Best FP
96.5
Pts/Cr
413
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched — pick based on ground & match-up!
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
1058Season Points820
62Avg Pts / Match63
197Best Fantasy Score157
17Matches Played13
0MOTM Awards 🏅3
9.5Credits8.5
111.4Pts per Credit96.5

Rishabh Pant vs Tim Seifert — 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 PantTim Seifert
Matches1713
Avg fantasy points6263
Best fantasy score197157
Runs561413
Strike rate98.9163.9
Fours5437
Sixes1923
Half-centuries (50+)35
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10580
Catches156
Total dismissals208
International career — T20I
StatisticRishabh PantTim Seifert
Matches7690
Runs12092279
Batting average23.2531.22
Half-centuries (50+)317

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T20I. Rishabh Pant has played 76 T20Is and Tim Seifert 90. Rishabh Pant has 1,209 runs at 23.3, against 2,279 at 31.2 for Tim Seifert, so Tim Seifert has scored more.

ODI. Rishabh Pant has played 31 ODIs and Tim Seifert 4. Rishabh Pant has 871 runs at 33.5 (strike rate 106.2), against 59 at 19.7 (105.4) for Tim Seifert, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 1, Tim Seifert 0. Fifties: 5 and 0.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
🏏 Tim Seifert
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
Both players are closely matched — consider pitch conditions and recent form before choosing captain.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Rishabh Pant vs Tim Seifert 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).

Tim Seifert is a specialist batter for Kolkata Knight Riders, priced at 8.5 Cr. Across 13 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 820 fantasy points, averaging 63 pts per game with a best of 157 pts. He has scored 413 IPL runs at a strike rate of 163.9. He has won 3 MOTM awards this season.

International career: Tim Seifert has scored 2,279 T20I runs in 90 matches at an average of 31.22, with 17 half-centuries internationally.

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.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Tim Seifert is the stronger pick right now with an average of 63 pts per game and a best score of 157 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, Tim Seifert 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 Tim Seifert?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Tim Seifert has the edge with a higher average of 63 fantasy points per game. Rishabh Pant leads in runs scored (561 runs). Overall Tim Seifert is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Rishabh Pant vs Tim Seifert — who is a better fantasy captain?

Tim Seifert is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 63 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 Tim Seifert?

Tim Seifert has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (163.9), 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 Tim Seifert?

Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr and Tim Seifert 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 Tim Seifert won?

In IPL 2026, Rishabh Pant has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Tim Seifert has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Rishabh Pant or Tim Seifert in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Tim Seifert 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 Kolkata Knight Riders. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Rishabh Pant or Tim Seifert?

Tim Seifert has more T20I runs: Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 matches (average 23.3) and Tim Seifert has 2,279 in 90 (average 31.2).

Who has more ODI runs, Rishabh Pant or Tim Seifert?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 matches (average 33.5) and Tim Seifert has 59 in 4 (average 19.7).
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