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Shahid Afridi vs Shubman Gill — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Shahid Afridi 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.

Shahid Afridi (Sunrisers Hyderabad) has 1,416 T20I runs at avg 17.9 in 99 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
🏏
Shahid Afridi
🌅 SRH · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Shahid Afridi
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
AR
8 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
291.1
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
🏏 Shahid Afridi
VS
🏏 Shubman Gill
T20I Career Overview
99Matches36
🏏 Batting
1416Runs869
17.92Batting Avg28.03
150.00Strike Rate—
0Centuries1
4Half-Centuries3
73Sixes 🔴26
54*
Best Score
126*
🎳 Bowling
98Wickets0
24.45Bowling Avg—
6.63Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/11
Best Figures
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Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Shahid Afridi 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
StatisticShahid AfridiShubman 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
StatisticShahid AfridiShubman Gill
Matches9936
Runs1416869
Batting average17.9228.03
Strike rate150.0—
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)43
Wickets980
Bowling average24.45—
Economy rate6.63—

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shahid Afridi has played 99 T20Is and Shubman Gill 36. Shahid Afridi has 1,416 runs at 17.9 (strike rate 150.0), against 869 at 28.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shahid Afridi has scored more. Hundreds: Shahid Afridi 0, Shubman Gill 1. Fifties: 4 and 3. Shahid Afridi also bowls: 98 wickets at an economy of 6.63, while Shubman Gill has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Shahid Afridi has played 398 ODIs and Shubman Gill 70. Shahid Afridi has 8,064 runs at 23.6 (strike rate 117.0), against 3,713 at 64.0 for Shubman Gill, so Shahid Afridi has scored more. Hundreds: Shahid Afridi 6, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 39 and 20. Shahid Afridi also bowls: 395 wickets at an economy of 4.63, while Shubman Gill has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Shahid Afridi has played 27 Tests and Shubman Gill 43. Shahid Afridi has 1,716 runs at 36.5 (strike rate 87.0), against 3,043 at 43.5 for Shubman Gill, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Shahid Afridi 5, Shubman Gill 11. Fifties: 8 and 8. Shahid Afridi also bowls: 48 wickets at an economy of 3.21, while Shubman Gill has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Shahid Afridi has scored 1,416 T20I runs in 99 matches at an average of 17.92, with 4 half-centuries. He has also taken 98 T20I wickets at an average of 24.45 with an economy of 6.63.

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 — Shahid Afridi 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.

Shahid Afridi 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 — Shahid Afridi 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 Shahid Afridi and Shubman Gill?

Shahid Afridi 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 Shahid Afridi and Shubman Gill won?

Shahid Afridi 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 Shahid Afridi 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 Sunrisers Hyderabad 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, Shahid Afridi or Shubman Gill?

Shahid Afridi has more T20I runs: Shahid Afridi has 1,416 in 99 matches (average 17.9) and Shubman Gill has 869 in 36 (average 28.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Shahid Afridi or Shubman Gill?

Shahid Afridi has more ODI runs: Shahid Afridi has 8,064 in 398 matches (average 23.6) and Shubman Gill has 3,713 in 70 (average 64.0).

Who has more Test runs, Shahid Afridi or Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill has more Test runs: Shahid Afridi has 1,716 in 27 matches (average 36.5) and Shubman Gill has 3,043 in 43 (average 43.5).
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