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Marlon Samuels vs Shubman Gill — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Marlon Samuels or Shubman Gill?

Marlon Samuels has the edge on the headline numbers: Marlon Samuels leads on T20I batting (1,611 runs, avg 29.3). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Marlon Samuels (Delhi Capitals) has 1,611 T20I runs at avg 29.3 in 67 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
🏏
Marlon Samuels
💙 DC · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Marlon Samuels
💙 Delhi Capitals
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
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
109 higher avg pts · 329 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Marlon Samuels
VS
🏏 Shubman Gill
T20I Career Overview
67Matches36
🏏 Batting
1611Runs869
29.29Batting Avg28.03
116.23Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
10Half-Centuries3
69Sixes 🔴26
89*
Best Score
126*
🎳 Bowling
22Wickets0
28.27Bowling Avg—
7.79Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/23
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Marlon Samuels 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
StatisticMarlon SamuelsShubman Gill
Matches020
Avg fantasy points0109
Best fantasy score0329
Runs01288
Strike rate0.0113.5
Fours0163
Sixes029
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)05
Highest score0223
Economy rate0.004.00
Catches012
Total dismissals015
International career — T20I
StatisticMarlon SamuelsShubman Gill
Matches6736
Runs1611869
Batting average29.2928.03
Strike rate116.2—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)103
Wickets220
Bowling average28.27—
Economy rate7.79—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Marlon Samuels has played 67 T20Is and Shubman Gill 36. Marlon Samuels has 1,611 runs at 29.3 (strike rate 116.2), against 869 at 28.0 for Shubman Gill, so Marlon Samuels has scored more. Hundreds: Marlon Samuels 0, Shubman Gill 1. Fifties: 10 and 3. Marlon Samuels also bowls: 22 wickets at an economy of 7.79, while Shubman Gill has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Marlon Samuels has played 207 ODIs and Shubman Gill 70. Marlon Samuels has 5,606 runs at 33.0 (strike rate 75.1), against 3,713 at 64.0 for Shubman Gill, so Marlon Samuels has scored more. Hundreds: Marlon Samuels 10, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 30 and 20. Marlon Samuels also bowls: 89 wickets at an economy of 4.86, while Shubman Gill has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Marlon Samuels has played 71 Tests and Shubman Gill 43. Marlon Samuels has 3,917 runs at 32.6 (strike rate 47.7), against 3,043 at 43.5 for Shubman Gill, so Marlon Samuels has scored more. Hundreds: Marlon Samuels 7, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 24 and 8. Marlon Samuels also bowls: 41 wickets at an economy of 3.34, while Shubman Gill has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Marlon Samuels has scored 1,611 T20I runs in 67 matches at an average of 29.29, with 10 half-centuries. He has also taken 22 T20I wickets at an average of 28.27 with an economy of 7.79.

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 — Marlon Samuels 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.

Marlon Samuels 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 — Marlon Samuels 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 Marlon Samuels and Shubman Gill?

Marlon Samuels costs 8 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 Marlon Samuels and Shubman Gill won?

Marlon Samuels 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 Marlon Samuels 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 Delhi Capitals 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, Marlon Samuels or Shubman Gill?

Marlon Samuels has more T20I runs: Marlon Samuels has 1,611 in 67 matches (average 29.3) and Shubman Gill has 869 in 36 (average 28.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Marlon Samuels or Shubman Gill?

Marlon Samuels has more ODI runs: Marlon Samuels has 5,606 in 207 matches (average 33.0) and Shubman Gill has 3,713 in 70 (average 64.0).

Who has more Test runs, Marlon Samuels or Shubman Gill?

Marlon Samuels has more Test runs: Marlon Samuels has 3,917 in 71 matches (average 32.6) and Shubman Gill has 3,043 in 43 (average 43.5).
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