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Shadman Islam vs Shubman Gill: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Shadman Islam or Shubman Gill?

Shadman Islam has the edge on the headline numbers: Shadman Islam leads on TEST batting (1,497 runs, avg 28.8). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Shadman Islam (Bangladesh) has 1,497 TEST runs at avg 28.8 in 29 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
🏏
Shadman Islam
🇧🇩 BAN · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Shadman Islam
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
BAT
8 cr
Credits
72
Avg Pts
160
Best FP
45.3
Pts/Cr
272
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
109
Avg Pts
329
Best FP
291.1
Pts/Cr
1288
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Shubman Gill
37 higher avg pts · 329 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Shadman Islam
VS
🏏 Shubman Gill
T20I Career Overview
—Matches36
🏏 Batting
—Runs869
—Batting Avg28.03
—Centuries1
—Half-Centuries3
—Sixes 🔴26
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Best Score
126*
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Shadman Islam 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
StatisticShadman IslamShubman Gill
Matches520
Avg fantasy points72109
Best fantasy score160329
Runs2721288
Strike rate52.4113.5
Fours32163
Sixes029
Half-centuries (50+)16
Centuries (100+)15
Highest score118223
Economy rate0.004.00
Catches112
Total dismissals115
International career · Test
StatisticShadman IslamShubman Gill
Matches2943
Runs14973043
Batting average28.7943.47
Centuries (100+)211
Half-centuries (50+)88
Economy rate—2.84

📋 Format by format

Test. Shadman Islam has played 29 Tests and Shubman Gill 43. Shadman Islam has 1,497 runs at 28.8, against 3,043 at 43.5 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Shadman Islam 2, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 8 and 8.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Shadman Islam
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: 🏏 Shadman Islam
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: 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: Shadman Islam and Shubman Gill

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

  1. 1. How many runs did Gill score to win the 2023 IPL Orange Cap?
  2. 2. Against which team did Gill make 223 not out in September 2026, the highest ODI score by a captain?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

Shadman Islam does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

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, Shadman Islam 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.

Shadman Islam 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, Shadman Islam 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 Shadman Islam and Shubman Gill?

Shadman Islam 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 Shadman Islam and Shubman Gill won?

Shadman Islam 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 Shadman Islam 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 Bangladesh 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 Test runs, Shadman Islam or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more Test runs: Shadman Islam has 1,497 in 29 matches (average 28.8) and Shubman Gill has 3,043 in 43 (average 43.5).
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