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Cooper Connolly vs Shubman Gill: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Cooper Connolly 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.

Cooper Connolly (Punjab Kings) has 91 T20I runs at avg 10.1 in 14 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
🏏
Cooper Connolly
🦁 PBKS · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Cooper Connolly
🦁 Punjab Kings
BAT🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
61
Avg Pts
195
Best FP
165.6
Pts/Cr
636
Total Runs
4
Total Wkts
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Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
104
Avg Pts
329
Best FP
295.6
Pts/Cr
1256
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series: comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Shubman Gill
43 higher avg pts · 329 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Cooper Connolly
VS
🏏 Shubman Gill
T20I Career Overview
14Matches36
🏏 Batting
91Runs869
10.11Batting Avg28.03
122.97Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries3
5Sixes 🔴26
47
Best Score
126*
🎳 Bowling
3Wickets0
77.00Bowling Avg—
9.24Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/24
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Cooper Connolly 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
StatisticCooper ConnollyShubman Gill
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points61104
Best fantasy score195329
Runs6361256
Strike rate112.0109.1
Fours54160
Sixes3426
Half-centuries (50+)35
Centuries (100+)15
Highest score107223
Wickets40
Economy rate4.884.00
Best spell (wkts)20
Catches610
Total dismissals812
International career · T20I
StatisticCooper ConnollyShubman Gill
Matches1436
Runs91869
Batting average10.1128.03
Strike rate123.0—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)03
Wickets30
Bowling average77.00—
Economy rate9.24—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Cooper Connolly has played 14 T20Is and Shubman Gill 36. Cooper Connolly has 91 runs at 10.1 (strike rate 123.0), against 869 at 28.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 0, Shubman Gill 1. Fifties: 0 and 3.

ODI. Cooper Connolly has played 18 ODIs and Shubman Gill 70. Cooper Connolly has 502 runs at 38.6, against 3,713 at 64.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 1, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 3 and 20. Cooper Connolly also bowls: 9 wickets, while Shubman Gill has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Cooper Connolly has played 1 Test and Shubman Gill 43. Cooper Connolly has 4 runs at 4.0 (strike rate 66.7), against 3,043 at 43.5 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 0, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 0 and 8.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Cooper Connolly
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More wickets
🏏 Shubman Gill
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Better economy rate
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shubman Gill
104 avg pts · 329 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Cooper Connolly
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: Cooper Connolly 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

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

T20I career: Cooper Connolly has scored 91 T20I runs in 14 matches at an average of 10.11. He has also taken 3 T20I wickets at an average of 77.00 with an economy of 9.24.

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 104 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, Cooper Connolly or Shubman Gill?

Based on recent data, Shubman Gill has the edge with a higher average of 104 fantasy points per game. Shubman Gill leads in runs scored (1256 runs). Overall Shubman Gill is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Cooper Connolly vs Shubman Gill: who is a better fantasy captain?

Shubman Gill is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 104 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, Cooper Connolly or Shubman Gill?

Cooper Connolly has the superior batting strike rate this season (112.0), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Cooper Connolly and Shubman Gill?

Cooper Connolly 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 Cooper Connolly and Shubman Gill won?

Cooper Connolly 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 Cooper Connolly 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 Punjab Kings 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, Cooper Connolly or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more T20I runs: Cooper Connolly has 91 in 14 matches (average 10.1) and Shubman Gill has 869 in 36 (average 28.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Cooper Connolly or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more ODI runs: Cooper Connolly has 502 in 18 matches (average 38.6) and Shubman Gill has 3,713 in 70 (average 64.0).

Who has more Test runs, Cooper Connolly or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more Test runs: Cooper Connolly has 4 in 1 matches (average 4.0) and Shubman Gill has 3,043 in 43 (average 43.5).
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