Priyansh Arya vs Shakib Al Hasan — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Priyansh Arya vs Shakib Al Hasan 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.

Priyansh Arya is a specialist batter for Punjab Kings, priced at 9.5 Cr this season. Over 13 matches he has scored a total of 753 fantasy points, averaging 58 pts per game with a best of 189 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 364 runs at a strike rate of 211.6. He has won Man of the Match 2 times this season.

Shakib Al Hasan is a all-rounder for Bangladesh, priced at 10 Cr. Across 0 matches he has earned 0 fantasy points, averaging 0 pts per game with a best of 0 pts..

Batting edge: Priyansh Arya 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, Priyansh Arya is the stronger pick right now with an average of 58 pts per game and a best score of 189 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, Priyansh Arya 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.