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Aiden Markram vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Aiden Markram 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.

Aiden Markram (Lucknow Super Giants) has 1,966 T20I runs at avg 31.7 in 77 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
🏏
Aiden Markram
🦅 LSG · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Aiden Markram
🦅 Lucknow Super Giants
AR🌏 OS
9 cr
Credits
49
Avg Pts
183
Best FP
120.2
Pts/Cr
509
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
81
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
196.5
Pts/Cr
889
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series: comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
32 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Aiden Markram
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
77Matches125
🏏 Batting
1966Runs4188
31.71Batting Avg48.70
150.88Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
14Half-Centuries38
83Sixes 🔴124
86*
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
16Wickets4
36.81Bowling Avg51.00
8.79Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/21
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Aiden Markram 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
StatisticAiden MarkramVirat Kohli
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points4981
Best fantasy score183211
Runs509889
Strike rate70.7149.4
Fours6094
Sixes1032
Half-centuries (50+)26
Centuries (100+)12
Highest score112139
Wickets10
Economy rate4.980.00
Best spell (wkts)10
Catches1811
Total dismissals1812
International career · T20I
StatisticAiden MarkramVirat Kohli
Matches77125
Runs19664188
Batting average31.7148.70
Strike rate150.9137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)1438
Wickets164
Bowling average36.8151.00
Economy rate8.798.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Aiden Markram has played 77 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Aiden Markram has 1,966 runs at 31.7 (strike rate 150.9), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Aiden Markram 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 14 and 38. With the ball, Aiden Markram has 16 wickets at an economy of 8.79 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Aiden Markram has more wickets while Virat Kohli is more economical.

ODI. Aiden Markram has played 88 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Aiden Markram has 2,723 runs at 36.3, against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Aiden Markram 4, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 14 and 79. With the ball, Aiden Markram has 21 wickets and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Aiden Markram has more wickets.

Test. Aiden Markram has played 50 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Aiden Markram has 3,192 runs at 35.5 (strike rate 59.0), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Aiden Markram 8, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 13 and 31. Aiden Markram also bowls: 6 wickets at an economy of 3.01, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Aiden Markram
✓ More wickets
🏏 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: 🏏 Aiden Markram
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

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

T20I career: Aiden Markram has scored 1,966 T20I runs in 77 matches at an average of 31.71, with 14 half-centuries. He has also taken 16 T20I wickets at an average of 36.81 with an economy of 8.79.

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, Aiden Markram 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 (889 runs). Overall Virat Kohli is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Aiden Markram 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, Aiden Markram or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has the superior batting strike rate this season (149.4), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Aiden Markram and Virat Kohli?

Aiden Markram costs 9 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 Aiden Markram and Virat Kohli won?

Aiden Markram 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 Aiden Markram 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 Lucknow Super Giants 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, Aiden Markram or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Aiden Markram has 1,966 in 77 matches (average 31.7) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Aiden Markram scores faster in T20Is: Aiden Markram strikes at 150.9 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Aiden Markram or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Aiden Markram has 2,723 in 88 matches (average 36.3) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Aiden Markram or Virat Kohli?

Aiden Markram has more ODI wickets: Aiden Markram has 21 at an average of 63.0 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Aiden Markram or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Aiden Markram has 3,192 in 50 matches (average 35.5) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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