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Mohammed Shami vs Shubman Gill: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Mohammed Shami 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.

Mohammed Shami (Lucknow Super Giants) has 10 T20I runs at avg 5.0 in 31 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
🏏
Mohammed Shami
🦅 LSG · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Mohammed Shami
🦅 Lucknow Super Giants
BOWL🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
36
Avg Pts
91
Best FP
51.3
Pts/Cr
31
Total Runs
12
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
68 higher avg pts · 329 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Mohammed Shami
VS
🏏 Shubman Gill
T20I Career Overview
31Matches36
🏏 Batting
10Runs869
5.00Batting Avg28.03
58.82Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries3
1Sixes 🔴26
7
Best Score
126*
🎳 Bowling
30Wickets0
30.47Bowling Avg—
8.79Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/15
Best Figures
—
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Mohammed Shami 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
StatisticMohammed ShamiShubman Gill
Matches1320
Avg fantasy points36104
Best fantasy score91329
Runs311256
Strike rate140.9109.1
Fours2160
Sixes326
Half-centuries (50+)05
Centuries (100+)05
Highest score12223
Wickets120
Economy rate9.004.00
Best spell (wkts)20
Catches310
Total dismissals312
International career · T20I
StatisticMohammed ShamiShubman Gill
Matches3136
Runs10869
Batting average5.0028.03
Strike rate58.8—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)03
Wickets300
Bowling average30.47—
Economy rate8.79—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Mohammed Shami has played 31 T20Is and Shubman Gill 36. Mohammed Shami has 10 runs at 5.0 (strike rate 58.8), against 869 at 28.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Mohammed Shami 0, Shubman Gill 1. Fifties: 0 and 3. Mohammed Shami also bowls: 30 wickets at an economy of 8.79, while Shubman Gill has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Mohammed Shami has played 116 ODIs and Shubman Gill 70. Mohammed Shami has 255 runs at 8.0 (strike rate 75.7), against 3,713 at 64.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Mohammed Shami 0, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 0 and 20. Mohammed Shami also bowls: 231 wickets at an economy of 5.57, while Shubman Gill has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Mohammed Shami has played 64 Tests and Shubman Gill 43. Mohammed Shami has 750 runs at 12.1 (strike rate 74.6), against 3,043 at 43.5 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Mohammed Shami 0, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 2 and 8. Mohammed Shami also bowls: 229 wickets at an economy of 3.31, while Shubman Gill has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Mohammed Shami
✓ 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
104 avg pts · 329 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Mohammed Shami
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: Mohammed Shami

  • He took 24 wickets in seven innings at the 2023 World Cup, the most by anyone in the tournament.
  • His 7 for 57 against New Zealand in the 2023 semi-final is the best ODI return by an Indian bowler.
  • He is the fastest bowler to 50 World Cup wickets.
  • He took a hat-trick at the 2019 World Cup against Afghanistan.
Full Mohammed Shami 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: Mohammed Shami and Shubman Gill

4 questions, answers explained. No sign-up needed.

  1. 1. How many wickets did Shami take at the 2023 World Cup?
  2. 2. Against whom did Shami take 7 for 57 in the 2023 World Cup semi-final?
  3. 3. How many runs did Gill score to win the 2023 IPL Orange Cap?
  4. 4. Against which team did Gill make 223 not out in September 2026, the highest ODI score by a captain?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Mohammed Shami has scored 10 T20I runs in 31 matches at an average of 5.00. He has also taken 30 T20I wickets at an average of 30.47 with an economy of 8.79.

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 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, Mohammed Shami 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.

Mohammed Shami 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, Mohammed Shami or Shubman Gill?

Mohammed Shami has the superior batting strike rate this season (140.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Mohammed Shami and Shubman Gill?

Mohammed Shami 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 Mohammed Shami and Shubman Gill won?

Mohammed Shami 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 Mohammed Shami 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 Lucknow Super Giants 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, Mohammed Shami or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more T20I runs: Mohammed Shami has 10 in 31 matches (average 5.0) and Shubman Gill has 869 in 36 (average 28.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Mohammed Shami or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more ODI runs: Mohammed Shami has 255 in 116 matches (average 8.0) and Shubman Gill has 3,713 in 70 (average 64.0).

Who has more Test runs, Mohammed Shami or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more Test runs: Mohammed Shami has 750 in 64 matches (average 12.1) and Shubman Gill has 3,043 in 43 (average 43.5).
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