Shubman Gill and Mitchell Starc have faced each other in some exciting matches across formats. Gill, known for his elegant stroke play, has had to deal with the raw pace and swing of Starc, one of the world’s most dangerous fast bowlers. Whether it’s in Test cricket, ODIs, or even the IPL, every contest between them has been a battle between a rising batting star and an elite pace bowler.
Let’s look at how Gill has performed against Starc over the years.
Shubman Gill vc Mitchell Starc Head-to-Head Stats Summary
Across all formats—Tests, ODIs, and T20s—Shubman Gill has scored a combined total of 170 runs from 236 balls against Mitchell Starc. He has been dismissed 3 times, all of which came in ODIs. His overall tally includes 29 fours and 3 sixes.
Format | Runs | Balls | Outs | Dots | 4s/6s | Avg | SR |
Test | 130 | 189 | 0 | 115 | 24/2 | 85.0 | 89.9 |
ODI | 38 | 45 | 3 | 30 | 5/1 | 12.7 | 84.4 |
IPL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | - | 100.0 |
Total | 170 | 236 | 3 | 145 | 29/3 | 97.7 | 247.3 |
Shubman Gill vc Mitchell Starc: Year-by-Year Head to Head Stats in Tests
In Test cricket, Across all meetings, Gill has scored a total of 130 runs off 189 deliveries without being dismissed once until 2024. He struck 24 fours and 2 sixes, facing 115 dot balls in the process.
Year | Runs | Balls | Outs | Dots | 4s | 6s | Avg | SR |
2020 | 29 | 27 | 0 | 17 | 6 | 0 | – | 107.4 |
2021 | 62 | 67 | 0 | 41 | 8 | 2 | – | 92.5 |
2023 | 43 | 50 | 0 | 27 | 4 | 0 | – | 86.0 |
2024 | 29 | 36 | 2 | 25 | 5 | 0 | 14.5 | 80.6 |
2025 | 7 | 9 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | – | 77.8 |
Total | 170 | 189 | 2 | 115 | 24 | 2 | 85.0 | 89.9 |
Shubman Gill vc Mitchell Starc: Year-by-Year Head to Head Stats in ODIs
In One Day Internationals, Shubman Gill has not fared as well against Mitchell Starc. In the year 2023, Starc dismissed Gill three times, while Gill managed only 38 runs off 45 balls. He hit 5 fours and 1 six during these encounters.
Year | Runs | Balls | Outs | Dots | 4s | 6s | Avg | SR |
2023 | 38 | 45 | 3 | 30 | 5 | 1 | 12.7 | 84.4 |
Total | 38 | 45 | 3 | 30 | 5 | 1 | 12.7 | 84.4 |
Shubman Gill vc Mitchell Starc: Year-by-Year Head to Head Stats in IPL
In the Indian Premier League (IPL), the two players came face to face in the 2025 season. Gill scored 2 runs off 2 balls and remained not out.
Year | Runs | Balls | Outs | Dots | 4s | 6s | Avg | SR |
2025 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | 100.0 |
Total | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | 100.0 |
Verdict: Shubman Gill vc Mitchell Starc - Who has the edge?
In Tests, Gill clearly holds the upper hand. He has played Starc well, scoring freely and keeping his wicket intact for the most part. However, in ODIs, Starc has dominated, dismissing Gill three times and keeping him quiet. Their T20 battles have been brief, offering no clear winner.
Overall, while Gill has done well in longer formats, Starc’s success in limited-overs gives this rivalry a balanced edge—with both players having moments of brilliance.
