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MS Dhoni vs Shubman Gill — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — MS Dhoni or Shubman Gill?

MS Dhoni has the edge on the headline numbers: MS Dhoni leads on T20I batting (1,617 runs, avg 37.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

MS Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings) has 1,617 T20I runs at avg 37.6 in 98 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
🏏
MS Dhoni
🦁 CSK · 10 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
MS Dhoni
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
🧤 WK
10 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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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
🏏 MS Dhoni
VS
🏏 Shubman Gill
T20I Career Overview
98Matches36
🏏 Batting
1617Runs869
37.60Batting Avg28.03
126.13Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries3
52Sixes 🔴26
56
Best Score
126*
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

MS Dhoni 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
StatisticMS DhoniShubman 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
StatisticMS DhoniShubman Gill
Matches9836
Runs1617869
Batting average37.6028.03
Strike rate126.1—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)23

📋 Format by format

T20I. MS Dhoni has played 98 T20Is and Shubman Gill 36. MS Dhoni has 1,617 runs at 37.6 (strike rate 126.1), against 869 at 28.0 for Shubman Gill, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: MS Dhoni 0, Shubman Gill 1. Fifties: 2 and 3.

ODI. MS Dhoni has played 350 ODIs and Shubman Gill 70. MS Dhoni has 10,773 runs at 50.6 (strike rate 87.6), against 3,713 at 64.0 for Shubman Gill, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: MS Dhoni 10, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 73 and 20.

Test. MS Dhoni has played 90 Tests and Shubman Gill 43. MS Dhoni has 4,876 runs at 38.1 (strike rate 59.1), against 3,043 at 43.5 for Shubman Gill, so MS Dhoni has scored more. Hundreds: MS Dhoni 6, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 33 and 8.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

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

T20I career: MS Dhoni has scored 1,617 T20I runs in 98 matches at an average of 37.60, with 2 half-centuries.

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 — MS Dhoni 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.

MS Dhoni 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 — MS Dhoni 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 MS Dhoni and Shubman Gill?

MS Dhoni costs 10 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 MS Dhoni and Shubman Gill won?

MS Dhoni 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 MS Dhoni 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, MS Dhoni or Shubman Gill?

MS Dhoni has more T20I runs: MS Dhoni has 1,617 in 98 matches (average 37.6) and Shubman Gill has 869 in 36 (average 28.0).

Who has more ODI runs, MS Dhoni or Shubman Gill?

MS Dhoni has more ODI runs: MS Dhoni has 10,773 in 350 matches (average 50.6) and Shubman Gill has 3,713 in 70 (average 64.0).

Who has more Test runs, MS Dhoni or Shubman Gill?

MS Dhoni has more Test runs: MS Dhoni has 4,876 in 90 matches (average 38.1) and Shubman Gill has 3,043 in 43 (average 43.5).
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