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Josh Hazlewood vs Shubman Gill: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Josh Hazlewood 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.

Josh Hazlewood (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) has 29 T20I runs at avg 9.7 in 60 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
🏏
Josh Hazlewood
🔴 RCB · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Josh Hazlewood
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
BOWL🌏 OS🏅 2× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
64
Avg Pts
260
Best FP
149.7
Pts/Cr
17
Total Runs
36
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
40 higher avg pts · 329 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Josh Hazlewood
VS
🏏 Shubman Gill
T20I Career Overview
60Matches36
🏏 Batting
29Runs869
9.67Batting Avg28.03
138.10Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries3
1Sixes 🔴26
13*
Best Score
126*
🎳 Bowling
79Wickets0
20.41Bowling Avg—
7.41Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/12
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Josh Hazlewood 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
StatisticJosh HazlewoodShubman Gill
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points64104
Best fantasy score260329
Runs171256
Strike rate37.8109.1
Fours2160
Sixes026
Half-centuries (50+)05
Centuries (100+)05
Highest score5223
Wickets360
Economy rate5.114.00
Best spell (wkts)80
Catches1010
Total dismissals1012
International career · T20I
StatisticJosh HazlewoodShubman Gill
Matches6036
Runs29869
Batting average9.6728.03
Strike rate138.1—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)03
Wickets790
Bowling average20.41—
Economy rate7.41—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Josh Hazlewood has played 60 T20Is and Shubman Gill 36. Josh Hazlewood has 29 runs at 9.7 (strike rate 138.1), against 869 at 28.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Josh Hazlewood 0, Shubman Gill 1. Fifties: 0 and 3. Josh Hazlewood also bowls: 79 wickets at an economy of 7.41, while Shubman Gill has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Josh Hazlewood has played 99 ODIs and Shubman Gill 70. Josh Hazlewood has 137 runs at 13.7 (strike rate 82.5), against 3,713 at 64.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Josh Hazlewood 0, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 0 and 20. Josh Hazlewood also bowls: 148 wickets, while Shubman Gill has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Josh Hazlewood has played 78 Tests and Shubman Gill 43. Josh Hazlewood has 575 runs at 11.5 (strike rate 43.9), against 3,043 at 43.5 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Josh Hazlewood 0, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 0 and 8. Josh Hazlewood also bowls: 303 wickets at an economy of 2.78, while Shubman Gill has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

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  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

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

T20I career: Josh Hazlewood has scored 29 T20I runs in 60 matches at an average of 9.67. He has also taken 79 T20I wickets at an average of 20.41 with an economy of 7.41.

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, Josh Hazlewood 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.

Josh Hazlewood 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, Josh Hazlewood or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has the superior batting strike rate this season (109.1), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Josh Hazlewood and Shubman Gill?

Josh Hazlewood costs 9 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 Josh Hazlewood and Shubman Gill won?

Josh Hazlewood has won 2 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 Josh Hazlewood 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 Royal Challengers Bengaluru 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, Josh Hazlewood or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more T20I runs: Josh Hazlewood has 29 in 60 matches (average 9.7) and Shubman Gill has 869 in 36 (average 28.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Josh Hazlewood or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more ODI runs: Josh Hazlewood has 137 in 99 matches (average 13.7) and Shubman Gill has 3,713 in 70 (average 64.0).

Who has more Test runs, Josh Hazlewood or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more Test runs: Josh Hazlewood has 575 in 78 matches (average 11.5) and Shubman Gill has 3,043 in 43 (average 43.5).
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