Sai Sudharsan vs Rajat Patidar — IPL 2026

Sai Sudharsan vs Rajat Patidar is one of the most searched IPL 2026 fantasy comparisons. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.

Sai Sudharsan is a specialist batter for Gujarat Titans, priced at 10 Cr this season. Over 11 matches he has scored a total of 812 fantasy points, averaging 74 pts per game with a best of 184 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 440 runs at a strike rate of 157.7.

Rajat Patidar is a specialist batter for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, priced at 9.5 Cr. Across 11 matches he has earned 687 fantasy points, averaging 62 pts per game with a best of 128 pts. He has scored 326 runs at a strike rate of 195.2.

Batting edge: Sai Sudharsan 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, Sai Sudharsan is the stronger pick right now with an average of 74 pts per game and a best score of 184 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, Sai Sudharsan 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.