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Kamindu Mendis vs Shubman Gill — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Kamindu Mendis 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.

Kamindu Mendis (Sunrisers Hyderabad) has 381 T20I runs at avg 19.1 in 23 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
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 SRH · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
BAT🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
48
Avg Pts
180
Best FP
106.9
Pts/Cr
588
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
109
Avg Pts
329
Best FP
240.8
Pts/Cr
1288
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
61 higher avg pts · 329 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
VS
🏏 Shubman Gill
T20I Career Overview
23Matches36
🏏 Batting
381Runs869
19.05Batting Avg28.03
122.51Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries3
13Sixes 🔴26
65
Best Score
126*
🎳 Bowling
2Wickets0
74.00Bowling Avg—
8.22Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/14
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Kamindu Mendis 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
StatisticKamindu MendisShubman Gill
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points48109
Best fantasy score180329
Runs5881288
Strike rate87.1113.5
Fours58163
Sixes1929
Half-centuries (50+)36
Centuries (100+)15
Highest score128223
Economy rate9.004.00
Catches712
Total dismissals815
International career — T20I
StatisticKamindu MendisShubman Gill
Matches2336
Runs381869
Batting average19.0528.03
Strike rate122.5—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)23
Wickets20
Bowling average74.00—
Economy rate8.22—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Kamindu Mendis has played 23 T20Is and Shubman Gill 36. Kamindu Mendis has 381 runs at 19.1 (strike rate 122.5), against 869 at 28.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 0, Shubman Gill 1. Fifties: 2 and 3.

ODI. Kamindu Mendis has played 17 ODIs and Shubman Gill 70. Kamindu Mendis has 344 runs at 31.3 (strike rate 74.1), against 3,713 at 64.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 0, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 2 and 20.

Test. Kamindu Mendis has played 11 Tests and Shubman Gill 43. Kamindu Mendis has 1,157 runs at 68.1 (strike rate 64.9), against 3,043 at 43.5 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 5, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 4 and 8.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
Evenly matched
🏏 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
109 avg pts · 329 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Kamindu Mendis
Captaining Shubman Gill gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Kamindu Mendis vs Shubman Gill — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Kamindu Mendis has scored 381 T20I runs in 23 matches at an average of 19.05, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 2 T20I wickets at an average of 74.00 with an economy of 8.22.

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 — Kamindu Mendis 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.

Kamindu Mendis 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 — Kamindu Mendis 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 Kamindu Mendis and Shubman Gill?

Kamindu Mendis 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 Kamindu Mendis and Shubman Gill won?

Kamindu Mendis 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 Kamindu Mendis 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 Sunrisers Hyderabad 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, Kamindu Mendis or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more T20I runs: Kamindu Mendis has 381 in 23 matches (average 19.1) and Shubman Gill has 869 in 36 (average 28.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Kamindu Mendis or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more ODI runs: Kamindu Mendis has 344 in 17 matches (average 31.3) and Shubman Gill has 3,713 in 70 (average 64.0).

Who has more Test runs, Kamindu Mendis or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more Test runs: Kamindu Mendis has 1,157 in 11 matches (average 68.1) and Shubman Gill has 3,043 in 43 (average 43.5).
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