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Rishabh Pant vs Vyshak Vijaykumar — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rishabh Pant or Vyshak Vijaykumar?

Rishabh Pant has the edge on the headline numbers: Rishabh Pant averages 62 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Vyshak Vijaykumar's 30. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants) averages 62 fantasy pts per match. Vyshak Vijaykumar (Punjab Kings) averages 30 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
🏏
Vyshak Vijaykumar
🦁 PBKS · 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
🏏
Vyshak Vijaykumar
🦁 Punjab Kings
BOWL
8 cr
Credits
30
Avg Pts
94
Best FP
33.8
Pts/Cr
2
Total Runs
9
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
32 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
1058Season Points270
62Avg Pts / Match30
197Best Fantasy Score94
17Matches Played9
0MOTM Awards 🏅0
9.5Credits8
111.4Pts per Credit33.8

Rishabh Pant vs Vyshak Vijaykumar — 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 PantVyshak Vijaykumar
Matches179
Avg fantasy points6230
Best fantasy score19794
Runs5612
Strike rate98.950.0
Fours540
Sixes190
Half-centuries (50+)30
Centuries (100+)10
Highest score1051
Wickets09
Economy rate0.0010.65
Best spell (wkts)03
Catches151
Total dismissals202
Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Vyshak Vijaykumar
✓ More wickets
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
62 avg pts · 197 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Vyshak Vijaykumar
Captaining Rishabh Pant gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Rishabh Pant vs Vyshak Vijaykumar 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).

Vyshak Vijaykumar is a specialist bowler for Punjab Kings, priced at 8 Cr. Across 9 matches in IPL 2026, he has earned 270 fantasy points, averaging 30 pts per game with a best of 94 pts. He has scored 2 IPL runs at a strike rate of 50, picking up 9 IPL wickets at an economy of 10.65.

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: Vyshak Vijaykumar 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 Vyshak Vijaykumar?

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 Vyshak Vijaykumar — 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 Vyshak Vijaykumar?

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 Vyshak Vijaykumar?

Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr and Vyshak Vijaykumar costs 8 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 Vyshak Vijaykumar won?

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

Should I pick Rishabh Pant or Vyshak Vijaykumar 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 Punjab Kings. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.
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