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Rishabh Pant vs Zaheer Khan — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rishabh Pant or Zaheer Khan?

Rishabh Pant has the edge on the headline numbers: Rishabh Pant averages 62 IPL fantasy pts/match vs Zaheer Khan's 0. Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants) averages 62 fantasy pts per match. Zaheer Khan (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) averages 0 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
🏏
Zaheer Khan
🔴 RCB · 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
🏏
Zaheer Khan
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
BOWL
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
📊Showing IPL 2026 season stats
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rishabh Pant
62 higher avg pts · 197 best fantasy score
🏏 Rishabh Pant
VS
🏏 Zaheer Khan
T20I Career Overview
76Matches17
🏏 Batting
1209Runs13
23.25Batting Avg6.50
—Strike Rate130.00
0Centuries0
3Half-Centuries0
41Sixes 🔴1
65*
Best Score
9
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets17
—Bowling Avg26.35
—Economy Rate7.64
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
4/19
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Rishabh Pant vs Zaheer Khan — 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 PantZaheer Khan
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 — T20I
StatisticRishabh PantZaheer Khan
Matches7617
Runs120913
Batting average23.256.50
Strike rate—130.0
Half-centuries (50+)30
Wickets017
Bowling average—26.35
Economy rate—7.64

📋 Format by format

T20I. Rishabh Pant has played 76 T20Is and Zaheer Khan 17. Rishabh Pant has 1,209 runs at 23.3, against 13 at 6.5 (130.0) for Zaheer Khan, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Zaheer Khan also bowls: 17 wickets at an economy of 7.64, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Rishabh Pant has played 31 ODIs and Zaheer Khan 200. Rishabh Pant has 871 runs at 33.5 (strike rate 106.2), against 792 at 12.0 (73.5) for Zaheer Khan, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 1, Zaheer Khan 0. Fifties: 5 and 0. Zaheer Khan also bowls: 282 wickets at an economy of 4.93, while Rishabh Pant has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Rishabh Pant has played 51 Tests and Zaheer Khan 92. Rishabh Pant has 3,644 runs at 43.4 (strike rate 74.3), against 1,231 at 11.9 (51.7) for Zaheer Khan, so Rishabh Pant has scored more. Hundreds: Rishabh Pant 8, Zaheer Khan 0. Fifties: 20 and 3. Zaheer Khan also bowls: 311 wickets at an economy of 3.27, 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
🏏 Zaheer Khan
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rishabh Pant
62 avg pts · 197 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Zaheer Khan
Captaining Rishabh Pant gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Rishabh Pant vs Zaheer Khan — 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: Zaheer Khan has scored 13 T20I runs in 17 matches at an average of 6.50. He has also taken 17 T20I wickets at an average of 26.35 with an economy of 7.64.

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 IPL 2026 stats — Rishabh Pant or Zaheer Khan?

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 Zaheer Khan — 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 Zaheer Khan?

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 Zaheer Khan?

Rishabh Pant costs 9.5 Cr and Zaheer Khan 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 Zaheer Khan won?

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

Should I pick Rishabh Pant or Zaheer Khan 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 Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Rishabh Pant or Zaheer Khan?

Rishabh Pant has more T20I runs: Rishabh Pant has 1,209 in 76 matches (average 23.3) and Zaheer Khan has 13 in 17 (average 6.5).

Who has more ODI runs, Rishabh Pant or Zaheer Khan?

Rishabh Pant has more ODI runs: Rishabh Pant has 871 in 31 matches (average 33.5) and Zaheer Khan has 792 in 200 (average 12.0).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishabh Pant scores faster in ODIs: Rishabh Pant strikes at 106.2 and Zaheer Khan at 73.5.

Who has more Test runs, Rishabh Pant or Zaheer Khan?

Rishabh Pant has more Test runs: Rishabh Pant has 3,644 in 51 matches (average 43.4) and Zaheer Khan has 1,231 in 92 (average 11.9).
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