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

Who is better — Shubman Gill or Umar Gul?

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 Gul (Kolkata Knight Riders) has 165 T20I runs at avg 9.2 in 60 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 Gul
💜 KKR · 8 cr
🏏
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
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Umar Gul
💜 Kolkata Knight Riders
BOWL
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
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
🏏 Shubman Gill
VS
🏏 Umar Gul
T20I Career Overview
36Matches60
🏏 Batting
869Runs165
28.03Batting Avg9.17
—Strike Rate105.77
1Centuries0
3Half-Centuries0
26Sixes 🔴10
126*
Best Score
32
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets85
—Bowling Avg16.96
—Economy Rate7.19
05-Wkt Hauls2
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Best Figures
5/6
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Shubman Gill vs Umar Gul — 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 Gul
Matches200
Avg fantasy points1090
Best fantasy score3290
Runs12880
Strike rate113.50.0
Fours1630
Sixes290
Half-centuries (50+)60
Centuries (100+)50
Highest score2230
Economy rate4.000.00
Catches120
Total dismissals150
International career — T20I
StatisticShubman GillUmar Gul
Matches3660
Runs869165
Batting average28.039.17
Strike rate—105.8
Centuries (100+)10
Half-centuries (50+)30
Wickets085
Bowling average—16.96
Economy rate—7.19
Five-wicket hauls02

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shubman Gill has played 36 T20Is and Umar Gul 60. Shubman Gill has 869 runs at 28.0, against 165 at 9.2 (105.8) for Umar Gul, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Shubman Gill 1, Umar Gul 0. Fifties: 3 and 0. Umar Gul also bowls: 85 wickets at an economy of 7.19, while Shubman Gill has not taken a T20I wicket.

ODI. Shubman Gill has played 70 ODIs and Umar Gul 130. Shubman Gill has 3,713 runs at 64.0, against 457 at 9.7 (71.2) for Umar Gul, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Shubman Gill 11, Umar Gul 0. Fifties: 20 and 0. Umar Gul also bowls: 179 wickets at an economy of 5.20, while Shubman Gill has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Shubman Gill has played 43 Tests and Umar Gul 47. Shubman Gill has 3,043 runs at 43.5, against 577 at 9.9 (47.9) for Umar Gul, so Shubman Gill has scored more. Hundreds: Shubman Gill 11, Umar Gul 0. Fifties: 8 and 1. Umar Gul also bowls: 163 wickets at an economy of 3.47, while Shubman Gill has not taken a Test wicket.

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 Gul
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shubman Gill
109 avg pts · 329 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Umar Gul
Captaining Shubman Gill gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Shubman Gill vs Umar Gul — 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 Gul has scored 165 T20I runs in 60 matches at an average of 9.17. He has also taken 85 T20I wickets at an average of 16.96 with an economy of 7.19.

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 — Shubman Gill or Umar Gul?

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.

Shubman Gill vs Umar Gul — 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 — Shubman Gill or Umar Gul?

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 Shubman Gill and Umar Gul?

Shubman Gill costs 10 Cr and Umar Gul 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 Gul won?

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

Should I pick Shubman Gill or Umar Gul 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 Kolkata Knight Riders. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

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

Shubman Gill has more T20I runs: Shubman Gill has 869 in 36 matches (average 28.0) and Umar Gul has 165 in 60 (average 9.2).

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

Shubman Gill has more ODI runs: Shubman Gill has 3,713 in 70 matches (average 64.0) and Umar Gul has 457 in 130 (average 9.7).

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

Shubman Gill has more Test runs: Shubman Gill has 3,043 in 43 matches (average 43.5) and Umar Gul has 577 in 47 (average 9.9).
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