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Dane van Niekerk vs Shubman Gill: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Dane van Niekerk or Shubman Gill?

Dane van Niekerk has the edge on the headline numbers: Dane van Niekerk leads on T20I batting (1,633 runs, avg 29.7). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Dane van Niekerk (South Africa Women) has 1,633 T20I runs at avg 29.7 in 69 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
🏏
Dane van Niekerk
🇿🇦 SAW · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Dane van Niekerk
🇿🇦 South Africa Women
BOWL🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
9
Avg Pts
14
Best FP
3.1
Pts/Cr
4
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
100 higher avg pts · 329 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Dane van Niekerk
VS
🏏 Shubman Gill
T20I Career Overview
69Matches36
🏏 Batting
1633Runs869
29.69Batting Avg28.03
96.68Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
8Half-Centuries3
29Sixes 🔴26
72
Best Score
126*
🎳 Bowling
51Wickets0
18.90Bowling Avg—
5.46Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/17
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Dane van Niekerk 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
StatisticDane van NiekerkShubman Gill
Matches320
Avg fantasy points9109
Best fantasy score14329
Runs41288
Strike rate80.0113.5
Fours0163
Sixes029
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)05
Highest score4223
Economy rate0.004.00
Catches012
Total dismissals115
International career — T20I
StatisticDane van NiekerkShubman Gill
Matches6936
Runs1633869
Batting average29.6928.03
Strike rate96.7—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)83
Wickets510
Bowling average18.90—
Economy rate5.46—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Dane van Niekerk has played 69 T20Is and Shubman Gill 36. Dane van Niekerk has 1,633 runs at 29.7 (strike rate 96.7), against 869 at 28.0 for Shubman Gill, so Dane van Niekerk has scored more. Hundreds: Dane van Niekerk 0, Shubman Gill 1. Fifties: 8 and 3. Dane van Niekerk also bowls: 51 wickets at an economy of 5.46, while Shubman Gill has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Dane van Niekerk has played 61 ODIs and Shubman Gill 70. Dane van Niekerk has 1,336 runs at 39.3 (strike rate 75.3), against 3,713 at 64.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Dane van Niekerk 1, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 6 and 20. Dane van Niekerk also bowls: 62 wickets at an economy of 3.56, while Shubman Gill has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Dane van Niekerk
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: 🏏 Dane van Niekerk
Captaining Shubman Gill gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Dane van Niekerk vs Shubman Gill — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Dane van Niekerk has scored 1,633 T20I runs in 69 matches at an average of 29.69, with 8 half-centuries. She has also taken 51 T20I wickets at an average of 18.90 with an economy of 5.46.

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 — Dane van Niekerk 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.

Dane van Niekerk 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 — Dane van Niekerk 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 Dane van Niekerk and Shubman Gill?

Dane van Niekerk 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 Dane van Niekerk and Shubman Gill won?

Dane van Niekerk 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 Dane van Niekerk 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 South Africa Women 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, Dane van Niekerk or Shubman Gill?

Dane van Niekerk has more T20I runs: Dane van Niekerk has 1,633 in 69 matches (average 29.7) and Shubman Gill has 869 in 36 (average 28.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Dane van Niekerk or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more ODI runs: Dane van Niekerk has 1,336 in 61 matches (average 39.3) and Shubman Gill has 3,713 in 70 (average 64.0).
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