Vaibhav Sooryavanshi vs Priyansh Arya — IPL 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi vs Priyansh Arya 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.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a specialist batter for Rajasthan Royals, priced at 10 Cr this season. Over 11 matches he has scored a total of 855 fantasy points, averaging 78 pts per game with a best of 203 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 440 runs at a strike rate of 236.6. He has won Man of the Match 1 time this season.

Priyansh Arya is a specialist batter for Punjab Kings, priced at 9.5 Cr. Across 10 matches he has earned 695 fantasy points, averaging 70 pts per game with a best of 189 pts. He has scored 342 runs at a strike rate of 226.5. He has won 2 MOTM awards this season.

Batting edge: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 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, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is the stronger pick right now with an average of 78 pts per game and a best score of 203 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, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 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.