One exciting mini-battle to watch in the IPL 2026 season will be between SRH captain Pat Cummins and GT captain Shubman Gill. With Cummins leading SRH’s pace attack and Gill opening the innings for GT, this face-off could play a big role in setting the momentum early in the powerplay.
Pat Cummins vs Shubman Gill – Head-to-Head Stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Innings Faced | 2 |
| Runs Scored | 28 |
| Balls Faced | 17 |
| Batting Strike Rate | 164.7 |
| Fours | 3 |
| Sixes | 1 |
| Wickets Taken (by Cummins) | 0 |
| Bowling Strike Rate (Cummins) | 9.88 |
Year Wise :-
| Year | Runs | Balls | Outs | Dots | 4s | 6s | SR | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 28 | 17 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 164.7 | – |
| Total | 28 | 17 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 164.7 | – |
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Expert Analysis: What These Numbers Show
In the limited interaction so far, Shubman Gill has played Cummins with caution. Scoring 28 runs off 17 balls with a strike rate of 164.7, Gill hasn’t taken many risks but also hasn’t lost his wicket to Cummins.
While Pat Cummins hasn’t dismissed Gill yet, his tight line and length have restricted Gill’s scoring options. With only one boundary off 10 balls, this matchup has been balanced — and it’s building up to something bigger.
