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Andy Balbirnie vs Shubman Gill: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Andy Balbirnie or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has the edge on the headline numbers: Shubman Gill leads on T20I batting (869 runs, avg 28.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Andy Balbirnie (Ireland) has 2,392 T20I runs at avg 23.4 in 110 matches. Shubman Gill (India) has 869 T20I runs at avg 28.0 in 36 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

Full season · batting · bowling · fielding · MOTM · form

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Andy Balbirnie
🍀 IRE · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Andy Balbirnie
🍀 Ireland
BAT
8.5 cr
Credits
65
Avg Pts
158
Best FP
30.7
Pts/Cr
165
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
109
Avg Pts
329
Best FP
291.1
Pts/Cr
1288
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Shubman Gill
44 higher avg pts · 329 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Andy Balbirnie
VS
🏏 Shubman Gill
T20I Career Overview
110Matches36
🏏 Batting
2392Runs869
23.45Batting Avg28.03
0Centuries1
12Half-Centuries3
0Sixes 🔴26
83
Best Score
126*
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Andy Balbirnie vs Shubman Gill · 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
StatisticAndy BalbirnieShubman Gill
Matches420
Avg fantasy points65109
Best fantasy score158329
Runs1651288
Strike rate83.8113.5
Fours19163
Sixes329
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)15
Highest score109223
Economy rate0.004.00
Catches212
Total dismissals215
International career · T20I
StatisticAndy BalbirnieShubman Gill
Matches11036
Runs2392869
Batting average23.4528.03
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)123

📋 Format by format

T20I. Andy Balbirnie has played 110 T20Is and Shubman Gill 36. Andy Balbirnie has 2,392 runs at 23.4, against 869 at 28.0 for Shubman Gill, so Andy Balbirnie has scored more. Hundreds: Andy Balbirnie 0, Shubman Gill 1. Fifties: 12 and 3.

ODI. Andy Balbirnie has played 117 ODIs and Shubman Gill 70. Andy Balbirnie has 3,264 runs at 32.0, against 3,713 at 64.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Andy Balbirnie 9, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 17 and 20.

Test. Andy Balbirnie has played 13 Tests and Shubman Gill 43. Andy Balbirnie has 575 runs at 23.0, against 3,043 at 43.5 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Andy Balbirnie 0, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 5 and 8.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Andy Balbirnie
Evenly matched
🏏 Shubman Gill
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shubman Gill
109 avg pts · 329 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Andy Balbirnie
Captaining Shubman Gill gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

What is happening now

Shubman Gill

India Test and ODI captain, back at number one in ODI batting

30 Sep 2026: Unbeaten 223 off 133 balls (26 fours, 8 sixes) in the second ODI against the West Indies, a second ODI double century.

Full Gill profile →

Did you know: Shubman Gill

  • Born 8 September 1999. Captains India in Tests and ODIs and Gujarat Titans in the IPL.
  • Fastest to 2,000 ODI runs (38 innings) and 2,500 ODI runs (50 innings).
  • Youngest man to score an ODI double century, at 23.
  • 23 international centuries: 11 in Tests, 11 in ODIs and 1 in T20Is.
Full Shubman Gill profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Andy Balbirnie and Shubman Gill

2 questions, answers explained. No sign-up needed.

  1. 1. How many runs did Gill score to win the 2023 IPL Orange Cap?
  2. 2. Against which team did Gill make 223 not out in September 2026, the highest ODI score by a captain?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Andy Balbirnie vs Shubman Gill · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Andy Balbirnie has scored 2,392 T20I runs in 110 matches at an average of 23.45, with 12 half-centuries.

T20I career: Shubman Gill has scored 869 T20I runs in 36 matches at an average of 28.03, with 1 century.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shubman Gill is the stronger pick with an average of 109 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 fantasy stats, Andy Balbirnie or Shubman Gill?

Based on recent data, Shubman Gill has the edge with a higher average of 109 fantasy points per game. Shubman Gill leads in runs scored (1288 runs). Overall Shubman Gill is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Andy Balbirnie vs Shubman Gill: who is a better fantasy captain?

Shubman Gill is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 109 pts per game with a best score of 329 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, Andy Balbirnie or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has the superior batting strike rate this season (113.5), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Andy Balbirnie and Shubman Gill?

Andy Balbirnie costs 8.5 Cr and Shubman Gill costs 10 Cr in current 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 Andy Balbirnie and Shubman Gill won?

Andy Balbirnie has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Shubman Gill has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Andy Balbirnie or Shubman Gill in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shubman Gill is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if Ireland are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Andy Balbirnie or Shubman Gill?

Andy Balbirnie has more T20I runs: Andy Balbirnie has 2,392 in 110 matches (average 23.4) and Shubman Gill has 869 in 36 (average 28.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Andy Balbirnie or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more ODI runs: Andy Balbirnie has 3,264 in 117 matches (average 32.0) and Shubman Gill has 3,713 in 70 (average 64.0).

Who has more Test runs, Andy Balbirnie or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more Test runs: Andy Balbirnie has 575 in 13 matches (average 23.0) and Shubman Gill has 3,043 in 43 (average 43.5).
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