Glenn Phillips vs Mohammed Shami — IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Glenn Phillips vs Mohammed Shami 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.

Glenn Phillips is a all-rounder for Gujarat Titans, priced at 8.5 Cr this season. Over 6 matches he has scored a total of 171 fantasy points, averaging 29 pts per game with a best of 38 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 55 runs at a strike rate of 119.6.

Mohammed Shami is a specialist bowler for Lucknow Super Giants, priced at 9 Cr. Across 13 matches he has earned 456 fantasy points, averaging 35 pts per game with a best of 91 pts. He has scored 31 runs at a strike rate of 140.9, picking up 12 wickets at an economy of 9.00. He has won 1 MOTM award this season.

Batting edge: Glenn Phillips 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.

Bowling edge: Mohammed Shami has been the more impactful bowler IPL 2026, and becomes especially valuable in conditions that offer pace or spin movement.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Mohammed Shami is the stronger pick right now with an average of 35 pts per game and a best score of 91 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, Mohammed Shami 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.