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Abdul Malik vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Q: Who has better IPL 2026 stats — Abdul Malik or Virat Kohli?

Based on IPL 2026 season data, Virat Kohli has the edge with a higher average of 81 fantasy points per game. Virat Kohli leads in runs scored (890 runs). Overall Virat Kohli is the stronger fantasy pick IPL 2026.

Q: Who has a better strike rate — Abdul Malik or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (150.6), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

Q: What is the price difference between Abdul Malik and Virat Kohli?

Abdul Malik costs 7.5 Cr and Virat Kohli costs 10 Cr in IPL 2026 fantasy. The player with lower credits who delivers similar points gives you better value, freeing up budget for other expensive picks.

Q: How many MOTM awards have Abdul Malik and Virat Kohli won?

In IPL 2026, Abdul Malik has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Virat Kohli has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Who is better — Abdul Malik or Virat Kohli?

Compare batting averages, strike rates, wickets and IPL fantasy points below.

Abdul Malik (Afghanistan) — international career stats below. Virat Kohli (India) has 4,188 T20I runs at avg 48.7 in 125 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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PLAYER 1

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Abdul Malik

🇦🇫 AFG · 7.5 cr

PLAYER 2

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Virat Kohli

🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr

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Abdul Malik

🇦🇫 Afghanistan

BAT🌏 OS

7.5 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

Best FP

15.3

Pts/Cr

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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Virat Kohli

🇮🇳 India

BAT🏅 3× MOTM

10 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

211

Best FP

181.5

Pts/Cr

890

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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🔥 Clear Pick

🏏 Virat Kohli

23 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM

🏏 Abdul Malik

🏏 Virat Kohli

T20I Career Overview

—Matches125

🏏 Batting

—Runs4188

—Batting Avg48.70

—Strike Rate137.04

—Centuries1

—Half-Centuries38

—Sixes 🔴124

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Best Score

122*

🎳 Bowling

—Wickets4

—Bowling Avg51.00

—Economy Rate8.05

—5-Wkt Hauls0

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Best Figures

1/13

Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Abdul Malik vs Virat Kohli — 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
Statistic	Abdul Malik	Virat Kohli
Matches	2	20
Avg fantasy points	58	81
Best fantasy score	84	211
Runs	88	890
Strike rate	48.1	150.6
Fours	7	92
Sixes	1	32
Half-centuries (50+)	1	6
Centuries (100+)	0	2
Highest score	64	139
Economy rate	5.20	0.00
Catches	0	10
Total dismissals	0	11

Stats updated 19 Oct 2026

⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick

🏏 Abdul Malik

Evenly matched

🏏 Virat Kohli

✓ Superior run-scorer

✓ Higher strike rate

✓ More big-hitting sixes

✓ Higher avg fantasy pts

✓ More MOTM awards

👑 Captaincy Recommendation

C: 🏏 Virat Kohli

81 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM

VC: 🏏 Abdul Malik

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Abdul Malik vs Virat Kohli — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

Abdul Malik does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

T20I career: Virat Kohli has scored 4,188 T20I runs in 125 matches at an average of 48.70, with 1 century. He has also taken 4 T20I wickets at an average of 51.00 with an economy of 8.05.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Virat Kohli is the stronger pick with an average of 81 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 — Abdul Malik or Virat Kohli?

Based on recent data, Virat Kohli has the edge with a higher average of 81 fantasy points per game. Virat Kohli leads in runs scored (890 runs). Overall Virat Kohli is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Abdul Malik vs Virat Kohli — who is a better fantasy captain?

Virat Kohli is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 81 pts per game with a best score of 211 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 — Abdul Malik or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has the superior batting strike rate this season (150.6), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Abdul Malik and Virat Kohli?

Abdul Malik costs 7.5 Cr and Virat Kohli costs 10 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 Abdul Malik and Virat Kohli won?

Abdul Malik has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Virat Kohli has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Abdul Malik or Virat Kohli in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Virat Kohli is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Afghanistan are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

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