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Rishabh Pant vs Tom Blundell: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rishabh Pant or Tom Blundell?

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. Tom Blundell (New Zealand) has 91 T20I runs at avg 15.2 in 9 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
🏏
Tom Blundell
🇳🇿 NZ · 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
🏏
Tom Blundell
🇳🇿 New Zealand
🧤 WK🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
90
Avg Pts
128
Best FP
31.6
Pts/Cr
123
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
🏏 Tom Blundell
28 higher avg pts · 128 best fantasy score
🏏 Rishabh Pant
VS
🏏 Tom Blundell
T20I Career Overview
76Matches9
🏏 Batting
1209Runs91
23.25Batting Avg15.17
—Strike Rate96.81
0Centuries0
3Half-Centuries0
41Sixes 🔴0
65*
Best Score
30*
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Rishabh Pant vs Tom Blundell — 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 PantTom Blundell
Matches173
Avg fantasy points6290
Best fantasy score197128
Runs561123
Strike rate98.949.6
Fours5414
Sixes190
Half-centuries (50+)31
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score10567
Catches159
Total dismissals209
International career — T20I
StatisticRishabh PantTom Blundell
Matches769
Runs120991
Batting average23.2515.17
Strike rate—96.8
Half-centuries (50+)30

📋 Format by format

T20I. Rishabh Pant has played 76 T20Is and Tom Blundell 9. Rishabh Pant has 1,209 runs at 23.3, against 91 at 15.2 (96.8) for Tom Blundell, so Rishabh Pant has scored more.

ODI. Rishabh Pant has played 31 ODIs and Tom Blundell 12. Rishabh Pant has 871 runs at 33.5 (strike rate 106.2), against 266 at 29.6 (86.6) for Tom Blundell, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 1, Tom Blundell 0. Fifties: 5 and 2.

Test. Rishabh Pant has played 51 Tests and Tom Blundell 48. Rishabh Pant has 3,644 runs at 43.4 (strike rate 74.3), against 2,482 at 34.5 (53.8) for Tom Blundell, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 8, Tom Blundell 6. Fifties: 20 and 12.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
🏏 Tom Blundell
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Tom Blundell
90 avg pts · 128 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
Captaining Tom Blundell gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Rishabh Pant vs Tom Blundell — 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: Tom Blundell has scored 91 T20I runs in 9 matches at an average of 15.17.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Tom Blundell is the stronger pick with an average of 90 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 Tom Blundell?

Based on recent data, Tom Blundell has the edge with a higher average of 90 fantasy points per game. Rishabh Pant leads in runs scored (561 runs). Overall Tom Blundell is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Rishabh Pant vs Tom Blundell — who is a better fantasy captain?

Tom Blundell is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 90 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 Tom Blundell?

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 Tom Blundell?

Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr and Tom Blundell costs 8.5 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 Tom Blundell won?

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

Should I pick Rishabh Pant or Tom Blundell in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Tom Blundell 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 New Zealand. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Rishabh Pant or Tom Blundell?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 matches (average 23.3) and Tom Blundell has 91 in 9 (average 15.2).

Who has more ODI runs, Rishabh Pant or Tom Blundell?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 matches (average 33.5) and Tom Blundell has 266 in 12 (average 29.6).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: Rishabh Pant strikes at 106.2 and Tom Blundell at 86.6.

Who has more Test runs, Rishabh Pant or Tom Blundell?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 matches (average 43.4) and Tom Blundell has 2,482 in 48 (average 34.5).
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