Shubman Gill, one of India’s brightest young batting talents, has faced many world-class bowlers early in his Test career. Among them, England's veteran fast bowler James Anderson has proven to be a tough challenge. Anderson, with his vast experience, precise line and length, and ability to swing the ball both ways, has often troubled Gill in red-ball cricket.
Their head-to-head numbers reflect a one-sided story, with Anderson frequently getting the better of the Indian batter.
Shubman Gill vs James Anderson Head-to-Head Stats Summary
Shubman Gill has faced James Anderson only in Test cricket so far, and the legendary English pacer has had the upper hand in their battle. Across their meetings, Gill has scored a total of 91 runs off 166 balls, but Anderson has dismissed him six times.
Format | Runs | Balls | Outs | Dots | 4s/6s | Avg | SR |
Test | 91 | 166 | 6 | 130 | 16/1 | 54.8 | 15.2 |
Total | 91 | 166 | 6 | 130 | 16/1 | 54.8 | 15.2 |
Shubman Gill vs James Anderson: Year-by-Year Head to Head Stats in Tests
Year | Runs | Balls | Outs | Dots | 4s | 6s | Avg | SR |
2021 | 18 | 41 | 2 | 35 | 4 | 0 | 9.0 | 43.9 |
2022 | 13 | 21 | 2 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 6.5 | 61.9 |
2024 | 60 | 104 | 2 | 78 | 9 | 1 | 30.0 | 57.7 |
Total | 91 | 166 | 6 | 130 | 16 | 1 | 15.2 | 54.8 |
Verdict: Shubman Gill vs James Anderson: Who has the edge?
There’s no doubt that James Anderson holds the edge in this matchup. With six dismissals and a very low average for Gill (15.2), Anderson has been a nightmare for the young Indian batter.
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