Shubman Gill vs Naman Dhir — IPL 2026

Shubman Gill vs Naman Dhir is one of the most searched IPL 2026 fantasy comparisons. Both players bring different strengths to your XI, and the right choice can be the difference between topping the leaderboard or missing out.

Shubman Gill is a specialist batter for Gujarat Titans, priced at 11 Cr this season. Over 10 matches he has scored a total of 853 fantasy points, averaging 85 pts per game with a best of 170 pts. With the bat he has accumulated 462 runs at a strike rate of 160.4. He has won Man of the Match 1 time this season.

Naman Dhir is a specialist batter for Mumbai Indians, priced at 8 Cr. Across 10 matches he has earned 590 fantasy points, averaging 59 pts per game with a best of 105 pts. He has scored 302 runs at a strike rate of 151.

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 85 pts per game and a best score of 170 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 IPL 2026 season 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 IPL 2026 match. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool or check the Fantasy Leaderboard to see how top managers are building their teams.