Team India’s rising star Shubman Gill delivered a stellar performance in the recently concluded ODI series against England, emerging as the Player of the Series. Gill amassed 259 runs in three innings at an impressive average of 86.33 and a strike rate of 103.60, helping India seal a 3-0 series whitewash.
Coming into the series under pressure after a poor Test tour of Australia, the 25-year-old found his rhythm right away. He scored 87 off 96 balls in the first ODI in Nagpur, followed by a quickfire 60 off 52 in Cuttack. He capped off the series in style with a sensational 112 off 102 balls in Ahmedabad, marking his 50th ODI appearance.
With that milestone, let’s compare Shubman Gill’s numbers after 50 ODIs with Virat Kohli’s stats at the same stage of his career.
Gill vs Kohli: Runs, Average, and Strike Rate After 50 ODIs
| Player | Matches | Innings | Runs | Not Outs | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | 50 | 50 | 2,587 | 7 | 60.16 | 101.93 |
| Virat Kohli | 50 | 47 | 1,827 | 7 | 45.67 | 83.04 |
Gill has made a remarkable start to his ODI career, scoring 760 more runs than Kohli after the same number of matches. He also boasts a better average and strike rate, making him one of the most promising young batters in world cricket.
Gill vs Kohli: Century Count After 50 ODIs
| Player | Highest Score | 100s | 50s | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | 208 (vs NZ) | 7 | 15 | 296 | 56 |
| Virat Kohli | 118 (vs AUS) | 5 | 12 | 176 | 13 |
Gill has two more centuries than Kohli at this stage, with his highest score being a record-breaking 208 against New Zealand.
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Performance in Winning Matches
| Player | Matches Won | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | 36 | 2,204 | 208 (vs NZ) | 73.46 | 109.32 | 6 | 14 |
| Virat Kohli | 28 | 1,321 | 118 (vs AUS) | 60.04 | 86.67 | 5 | 7 |
Gill has been a game-changer in winning causes, averaging 73.46 in matches India won, compared to Kohli’s 60.04.
Final Thoughts
While Virat Kohli went on to become one of the greatest batters in ODI history, Shubman Gill’s early numbers suggest he is on an even more prolific path. With more runs, a higher average, and more centuries than Kohli at the 50-match mark, Gill has firmly established himself as India’s next batting superstar.
However, longevity and consistency over the years will determine if he can match Kohli’s legendary stature in the game. Can Gill continue this dominance? Only time will tell!
