Rishabh Pant is one of the most explosive wicketkeeper-batters in the Indian Premier League. Known for his fearless stroke play and ability to dominate bowlers, Pant has played several match-winning innings over the years.
Against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Pant has enjoyed great success. His record in this rivalry is impressive, with consistent runs and a high strike rate, including a century and multiple big innings.
This article looks at Rishabh Pant’s overall record against RCB and his match-by-match performances in IPL matches.
Rishabh Pant Overall T20 Record vs RCB
Rishabh Pant has played many innings against Royal Challengers Bengaluru and has been one of the most successful batters in this matchup.
Overall Performance Overview
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Innings | 13 |
| Runs | 539 |
| Balls Faced | 341 |
| Batting Average | 53.90 |
| Strike Rate | 158.06 |
| Highest Score | 118* (61) |
| 50s | 4 |
| 100s | 1 |
Key Insights
- Pant has scored 539 runs in 13 innings against RCB
- His average of 53.90 shows strong consistency
- A strike rate of 158.06 highlights his aggressive batting
- He has scored one century and four half-centuries
These numbers show that Pant has been a dominant performer in this rivalry.
Rishabh Pant IPL Batting Innings vs RCB
Below is a match-by-match breakdown of Rishabh Pant’s performances against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
| Score | Opposition | Venue | Date | Strike Rate | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 (17) | RCB | Mumbai | 16 Apr 2022 | 200.0 | 3 | 2 |
| 10 (8) | RCB | Dubai | 08 Oct 2021 | 125.0 | 1 | 0 |
| 58* (48) | RCB | Ahmedabad | 27 Apr 2021 | 120.8 | 6 | 0 |
| 8* (7) | RCB | Abu Dhabi | 02 Nov 2020 | 114.2 | 1 | 0 |
| 37 (25) | RCB | Dubai | 05 Oct 2020 | 148.0 | 3 | 2 |
| 7 (7) | RCB | Delhi | 28 Apr 2019 | 100.0 | 1 | 0 |
| 18 (14) | RCB | Bengaluru | 07 Apr 2019 | 128.5 | 2 | 0 |
| 61 (34) | RCB | Delhi | 12 May 2018 | 179.4 | 5 | 4 |
| 85 (48) | RCB | Bengaluru | 21 Apr 2018 | 177.0 | 6 | 7 |
| 45 (34) | RCB | Delhi | 14 May 2017 | 132.3 | 3 | 2 |
| 57 (36) | RCB | Bengaluru | 08 Apr 2017 | 158.3 | 3 | 4 |
| 1 (2) | RCB | Raipur | 22 May 2016 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 |
Best Performance vs RCB
Rishabh Pant’s best innings against Royal Challengers Bengaluru came when he scored a brilliant 118 not out from 61 balls.
Highlights of that innings:
- Powerful hitting throughout the innings
- Maintained a high strike rate
- Dominated both pace and spin
This remains one of the best individual performances in this rivalry.
Other Notable Innings vs RCB
85 (48) – Bengaluru, 2018
Pant played a stunning innings of 85 runs from 48 balls, smashing 7 sixes and putting pressure on the bowlers.
61 (34) – Delhi, 2018
A quick-fire 61 off 34 balls, where he showed aggressive intent and controlled the game.
58* (48) – Ahmedabad, 2021
Pant played a composed knock of 58 not out, guiding the innings and finishing the match.
Performance Trend vs RCB
Rishabh Pant’s performances against RCB show consistency across multiple seasons.
Season-wise Contribution
| Year | Runs | Notable Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 34 | 34 (17) |
| 2021 | 68 | 58* (48) |
| 2020 | 45 | 37 (25) |
| 2019 | 25 | 18 (14) |
| 2018 | 146 | 85 (48) |
| 2017 | 102 | 57 (36) |
| 2016 | 1 | 1 (2) |
These numbers highlight his long-term impact in this rivalry.
Why Pant Performs Well Against RCB
Rishabh Pant’s batting style suits aggressive T20 cricket.
Key Strengths
Fearless batting
Pant attacks bowlers without hesitation.
Power hitting
He can hit boundaries and sixes consistently.
Match-winning ability
He has played several crucial innings against RCB.
Overall Record Snapshot vs RCB
| Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches / Innings | 13 |
| Runs | 539 |
| Highest Score | 118* |
| Batting Average | 53.90 |
| Strike Rate | 158.06 |
Conclusion
Rishabh Pant has been one of the most successful batters against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL history. With 539 runs in 13 innings, including a century and multiple half-centuries, he has consistently delivered strong performances.
His aggressive style and ability to play big innings make him a key player whenever LSG face RCB.
