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Matthew Short vs Shubman Gill — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Matthew Short 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.

Matthew Short (Chennai Super Kings) has 455 T20I runs at avg 19.8 in 32 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
🏏
Matthew Short
🦁 CSK · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Matthew Short
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
AR🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
67
Avg Pts
159
Best FP
96.1
Pts/Cr
368
Total Runs
7
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
42 higher avg pts · 329 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Matthew Short
VS
🏏 Shubman Gill
T20I Career Overview
32Matches36
🏏 Batting
455Runs869
19.78Batting Avg28.03
144.90Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
1Half-Centuries3
20Sixes 🔴26
66
Best Score
126*
🎳 Bowling
22Wickets0
14.55Bowling Avg—
6.96Economy Rate—
15-Wkt Hauls0
5/22
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Matthew Short 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
StatisticMatthew ShortShubman Gill
Matches1320
Avg fantasy points67109
Best fantasy score159329
Runs3681288
Strike rate113.9113.5
Fours41163
Sixes829
Half-centuries (50+)36
Centuries (100+)05
Highest score71223
Wickets70
Economy rate5.144.00
Best spell (wkts)30
Catches712
Total dismissals715
International career — T20I
StatisticMatthew ShortShubman Gill
Matches3236
Runs455869
Batting average19.7828.03
Strike rate144.9—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)13
Wickets220
Bowling average14.55—
Economy rate6.96—
Five-wicket hauls10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Matthew Short has played 32 T20Is and Shubman Gill 36. Matthew Short has 455 runs at 19.8 (strike rate 144.9), against 869 at 28.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Matthew Short 0, Shubman Gill 1. Fifties: 1 and 3. Matthew Short also bowls: 22 wickets at an economy of 6.96, while Shubman Gill has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Matthew Short has played 23 ODIs and Shubman Gill 70. Matthew Short has 462 runs at 23.1 (strike rate 90.1), against 3,713 at 64.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Matthew Short 0, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 4 and 20. Matthew Short also bowls: 6 wickets at an economy of 5.51, while Shubman Gill has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Matthew Short
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
🏏 Shubman Gill
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ 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: 🏏 Matthew Short
Captaining Shubman Gill gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Matthew Short has scored 455 T20I runs in 32 matches at an average of 19.78, with 1 half-century. He has also taken 22 T20I wickets at an average of 14.55 with an economy of 6.96.

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 — Matthew Short 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.

Matthew Short 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 — Matthew Short or Shubman Gill?

Matthew Short has the superior batting strike rate this season (113.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Matthew Short and Shubman Gill?

Matthew Short 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 Matthew Short and Shubman Gill won?

Matthew Short has won 1 Man of the Match award and Shubman Gill has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Matthew Short 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 Chennai Super Kings 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, Matthew Short or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more T20I runs: Matthew Short has 455 in 32 matches (average 19.8) and Shubman Gill has 869 in 36 (average 28.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Matthew Short or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more ODI runs: Matthew Short has 462 in 23 matches (average 23.1) and Shubman Gill has 3,713 in 70 (average 64.0).
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