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Shubman Gill vs Umar Akmal: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Shubman Gill or Umar Akmal?

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.

Shubman Gill (India) has 869 T20I runs at avg 28.0 in 36 matches. Umar Akmal () has 1,690 T20I runs at avg 26.0 in 84 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

Full season · batting · bowling · fielding · MOTM · form

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Umar Akmal
· 8 cr
🏏
Shubman Gill
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
111
Avg Pts
329
Best FP
295.7
Pts/Cr
1320
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Umar Akmal
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Shubman Gill
111 higher avg pts · 329 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Shubman Gill
VS
🏏 Umar Akmal
T20I Career Overview
36Matches84
🏏 Batting
869Runs1690
28.03Batting Avg26.00
—Strike Rate122.73
1Centuries0
3Half-Centuries8
26Sixes 🔴55
126*
Best Score
94
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Shubman Gill vs Umar Akmal · 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
StatisticShubman GillUmar Akmal
Matches200
Avg fantasy points1110
Best fantasy score3290
Runs13200
Strike rate111.20.0
Fours1670
Sixes290
Half-centuries (50+)60
Centuries (100+)50
Highest score2230
Economy rate4.000.00
Catches110
Total dismissals140
International career · T20I
StatisticShubman GillUmar Akmal
Matches3684
Runs8691690
Batting average28.0326.00
Strike rate—122.7
Centuries (100+)10
Half-centuries (50+)38

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shubman Gill has played 36 T20Is and Umar Akmal 84. Shubman Gill has 869 runs at 28.0, against 1,690 at 26.0 (122.7) for Umar Akmal, so Umar Akmal has scored more. Hundreds: Shubman Gill 1, Umar Akmal 0. Fifties: 3 and 8.

ODI. Shubman Gill has played 70 ODIs and Umar Akmal 121. Shubman Gill has 3,713 runs at 64.0, against 3,194 at 34.3 (86.1) for Umar Akmal, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Shubman Gill 11, Umar Akmal 2. Fifties: 20 and 20.

Test. Shubman Gill has played 43 Tests and Umar Akmal 16. Shubman Gill has 3,043 runs at 43.5, against 1,003 at 35.8 (66.0) for Umar Akmal, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Shubman Gill 11, Umar Akmal 1. Fifties: 8 and 6.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Shubman Gill
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 Umar Akmal
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shubman Gill
111 avg pts · 329 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Umar Akmal
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: Shubman Gill and Umar Akmal

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

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

T20I career: Shubman Gill has scored 869 T20I runs in 36 matches at an average of 28.03, with 1 century.

T20I career: Umar Akmal has scored 1,690 T20I runs in 84 matches at an average of 26.00, with 8 half-centuries.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Shubman Gill is the stronger pick with an average of 111 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, Shubman Gill or Umar Akmal?

Based on recent data, Shubman Gill has the edge with a higher average of 111 fantasy points per game. Shubman Gill leads in runs scored (1320 runs). Overall Shubman Gill is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Shubman Gill vs Umar Akmal: who is a better fantasy captain?

Shubman Gill is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 111 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, Shubman Gill or Umar Akmal?

Shubman Gill has the superior batting strike rate this season (111.2), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Shubman Gill and Umar Akmal?

Shubman Gill costs 10 Cr and Umar Akmal costs 8 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 Shubman Gill and Umar Akmal won?

Shubman Gill has won 3 Man of the Match awards and Umar Akmal has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Shubman Gill or Umar Akmal 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 India are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for . Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Shubman Gill or Umar Akmal?

Umar Akmal has more T20I runs: Shubman Gill has 869 in 36 matches (average 28.0) and Umar Akmal has 1,690 in 84 (average 26.0).

Who has more ODI runs, Shubman Gill or Umar Akmal?

Shubman Gill has more ODI runs: Shubman Gill has 3,713 in 70 matches (average 64.0) and Umar Akmal has 3,194 in 121 (average 34.3).

Who has more Test runs, Shubman Gill or Umar Akmal?

Shubman Gill has more Test runs: Shubman Gill has 3,043 in 43 matches (average 43.5) and Umar Akmal has 1,003 in 16 (average 35.8).
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