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Ruturaj Gaikwad vs Shubman Gill — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Ruturaj Gaikwad or Shubman Gill?

Ruturaj Gaikwad has the edge on the headline numbers: Ruturaj Gaikwad leads on T20I batting (633 runs, avg 39.6). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Ruturaj Gaikwad (Chennai Super Kings) has 633 T20I runs at avg 39.6 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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Gaikwad vs Gill: Who Is Better? IPL 2026 Stats

Two of India's top-order batters — IPL 2026 fantasy points and strike rates head to head.

IPL 2026 VERDICT
Gill leads on IPL fantasy pts
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Ruturaj Gaikwad
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 India
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PLAYER 1
🏏
Ruturaj Gaikwad
🦁 CSK · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Ruturaj Gaikwad
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
BAT🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
46
Avg Pts
139
Best FP
69.8
Pts/Cr
438
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.
Fantasy Overview — Full Season
628Season Points2408
46Avg Pts / Match109
139Best Fantasy Score329
17Matches Played20
1MOTM Awards 🏅3
9Credits10
69.8Pts per Credit240.8

Ruturaj Gaikwad 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
StatisticRuturaj GaikwadShubman Gill
Matches1720
Avg fantasy points46109
Best fantasy score139329
Runs4381288
Strike rate110.1113.5
Fours32163
Sixes1629
Half-centuries (50+)36
Centuries (100+)05
Highest score74223
Economy rate0.004.00
Catches612
Total dismissals815
International career — T20I
StatisticRuturaj GaikwadShubman Gill
Matches2336
Runs633869
Batting average39.5628.03
Strike rate143.5—
Centuries (100+)11
Half-centuries (50+)43

📋 Format by format

T20I. Ruturaj Gaikwad has played 23 T20Is and Shubman Gill 36. Ruturaj Gaikwad has 633 runs at 39.6 (strike rate 143.5), against 869 at 28.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Ruturaj Gaikwad 1, Shubman Gill 1. Fifties: 4 and 3.

ODI. Ruturaj Gaikwad has played 12 ODIs and Shubman Gill 70. Ruturaj Gaikwad has 329 runs at 36.6, against 3,713 at 64.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Ruturaj Gaikwad 1, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 2 and 20.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Ruturaj Gaikwad
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: 🏏 Ruturaj Gaikwad
Captaining Shubman Gill gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 Analysis & Fantasy Impact

Ruturaj Gaikwad vs Shubman Gill is one of the most searched cricket comparisons, combining international career stats with IPL fantasy data. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.

Ruturaj Gaikwad is a specialist batter for Chennai Super Kings, priced at 9 Cr this season. Over 17 matches in IPL 2026, he has scored a total of 782 fantasy points, averaging 46 pts per game with a best of 139 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 438 IPL runs at a strike rate of 110.1. He has won Man of the Match 1 time this season.

International career: Ruturaj Gaikwad has scored 633 T20I runs in 23 matches at an average of 39.56, with 1 century internationally.

Shubman Gill is a specialist batter for India, priced at 10 Cr. Across 20 matches in this season, he has earned 2187 fantasy points, averaging 109 pts per game with a best of 329 pts. He has scored 1288 runs at a strike rate of 113.5. He has won 3 MOTM awards this season.

International career: Shubman Gill has scored 3,713 ODI runs in 70 matches at an average of 64.02, with 11 centuries internationally. In TESTs, he has 3,043 runs across 43 matches (avg 43.5).

Batting edge: Shubman Gill leads with the bat this season, making them the better pick if the pitch is expected to be batting-friendly or if the match is being played on a flat track.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shubman Gill is the stronger pick right now with an average of 109 pts per game and a best score of 329 pts. The value-for-money metric (points per credit) further reinforces this — always check this number before finalising your captain or vice-captain choice.

Captaincy Recommendation: Based on recent form, Shubman Gill is the safer captaincy option. However, if the opposition's bowling or batting lineup suits the other player, consider rotating your captain pick. Always check the playing XI, pitch report, and toss result before locking in your captain.

Stats are updated after every match. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool or check the Fantasy Leaderboard to see how top managers are building their teams.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Who has better fantasy stats — Ruturaj Gaikwad 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.

Ruturaj Gaikwad 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 — Ruturaj Gaikwad 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 Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shubman Gill?

Ruturaj Gaikwad 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 Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shubman Gill won?

Ruturaj Gaikwad 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 Ruturaj Gaikwad 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, Ruturaj Gaikwad or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more T20I runs: Ruturaj Gaikwad has 633 in 23 matches (average 39.6) and Shubman Gill has 869 in 36 (average 28.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Ruturaj Gaikwad or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more ODI runs: Ruturaj Gaikwad has 329 in 12 matches (average 36.6) and Shubman Gill has 3,713 in 70 (average 64.0).
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