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Ahmed Shehzad vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Ahmed Shehzad or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has the edge on the headline numbers: Virat Kohli leads on T20I batting (4,188 runs, avg 48.7). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Ahmed Shehzad () has 1,471 T20I runs at avg 25.8 in 59 matches. 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.

Full season · batting · bowling · fielding · MOTM · form

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PLAYER 1
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Ahmed Shehzad
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Ahmed Shehzad
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
85
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
195.3
Pts/Cr
932
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
85 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Ahmed Shehzad
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🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
59Matches125
🏏 Batting
1471Runs4188
25.81Batting Avg48.70
114.83Strike Rate137.04
1Centuries1
7Half-Centuries38
33Sixes 🔴124
111*
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets4
—Bowling Avg51.00
10.00Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
0/10
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Ahmed Shehzad 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
StatisticAhmed ShehzadVirat Kohli
Matches020
Avg fantasy points085
Best fantasy score0211
Runs0932
Strike rate0.0148.9
Fours098
Sixes033
Half-centuries (50+)07
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score0139
Catches011
Total dismissals012
International career · T20I
StatisticAhmed ShehzadVirat Kohli
Matches59125
Runs14714188
Batting average25.8148.70
Strike rate114.8137.0
Centuries (100+)11
Half-centuries (50+)738
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate10.008.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Ahmed Shehzad has played 59 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Ahmed Shehzad has 1,471 runs at 25.8 (strike rate 114.8), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Ahmed Shehzad 1, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 7 and 38.

ODI. Ahmed Shehzad has played 81 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Ahmed Shehzad has 2,585 runs at 32.7 (strike rate 71.5), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Ahmed Shehzad 6, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 14 and 79. With the ball, Ahmed Shehzad has 2 wickets at an economy of 7.30 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Virat Kohli has more wickets.

Test. Ahmed Shehzad has played 13 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Ahmed Shehzad has 982 runs at 40.9 (strike rate 51.0), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Ahmed Shehzad 3, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 4 and 31.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Ahmed Shehzad
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
85 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Ahmed Shehzad
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

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Virat Kohli

Most ODI centuries in history and a 2026 IPL champion with Bengaluru

IPL 2026: 675 runs at a strike rate of 165.9 in 16 innings. Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Titans by six wickets in the final at Ahmedabad.

Full Kohli profile →

Did you know: Virat Kohli

  • Born 5 November 1988. Former captain of India in all formats.
  • Most centuries in ODIs and the second-most in international cricket, with 86: 55 in ODIs, 30 in Tests and 1 in T20Is.
  • Test highest score of 254 not out.
  • ODI highest score of 183.
Full Virat Kohli profile →

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Ahmed Shehzad vs Virat Kohli · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Ahmed Shehzad has scored 1,471 T20I runs in 59 matches at an average of 25.81, with 1 century.

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 85 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, Ahmed Shehzad or Virat Kohli?

Based on recent data, Virat Kohli has the edge with a higher average of 85 fantasy points per game. Virat Kohli leads in runs scored (932 runs). Overall Virat Kohli is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Ahmed Shehzad vs Virat Kohli: who is a better fantasy captain?

Virat Kohli is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 85 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, Ahmed Shehzad or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has the superior batting strike rate this season (148.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Ahmed Shehzad and Virat Kohli?

Ahmed Shehzad costs 8 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 Ahmed Shehzad and Virat Kohli won?

Ahmed Shehzad 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 Ahmed Shehzad 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 are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Ahmed Shehzad or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Ahmed Shehzad has 1,471 in 59 matches (average 25.8) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Ahmed Shehzad strikes at 114.8 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Ahmed Shehzad or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Ahmed Shehzad has 2,585 in 81 matches (average 32.7) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Ahmed Shehzad strikes at 71.5 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has more Test runs, Ahmed Shehzad or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Ahmed Shehzad has 982 in 13 matches (average 40.9) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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