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Akeal Hosein vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Akeal Hosein 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.

Akeal Hosein (Chennai Super Kings) has 307 T20I runs at avg 14.6 in 98 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
🏏
Akeal Hosein
🦁 CSK · 7.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Akeal Hosein
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
BOWL🌏 OS
7.5 cr
Credits
38
Avg Pts
143
Best FP
52.4
Pts/Cr
34
Total Runs
10
Total Wkts
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
81
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
154.7
Pts/Cr
890
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
43 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Akeal Hosein
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
98Matches125
🏏 Batting
307Runs4188
14.62Batting Avg48.70
114.55Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
17Sixes 🔴124
44*
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
92Wickets4
26.95Bowling Avg51.00
7.46Economy Rate8.05
15-Wkt Hauls0
5/11
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Akeal Hosein 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
StatisticAkeal HoseinVirat Kohli
Matches1220
Avg fantasy points3881
Best fantasy score143211
Runs34890
Strike rate188.9150.6
Fours192
Sixes332
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score15139
Wickets100
Economy rate8.620.00
Best spell (wkts)40
Catches410
Total dismissals411
International career — T20I
StatisticAkeal HoseinVirat Kohli
Matches98125
Runs3074188
Batting average14.6248.70
Strike rate114.5137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets924
Bowling average26.9551.00
Economy rate7.468.05
Five-wicket hauls10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Akeal Hosein has played 98 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Akeal Hosein has 307 runs at 14.6 (strike rate 114.5), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Akeal Hosein 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38. With the ball, Akeal Hosein has 92 wickets at an economy of 7.46 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Akeal Hosein has more wickets.

ODI. Akeal Hosein has played 40 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Akeal Hosein has 309 runs at 14.7 (strike rate 78.0), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Akeal Hosein 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 1 and 79. With the ball, Akeal Hosein has 64 wickets at an economy of 4.81 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Akeal Hosein has more wickets.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Akeal Hosein
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
🏏 Virat Kohli
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Virat Kohli
81 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Akeal Hosein
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Akeal Hosein has scored 307 T20I runs in 98 matches at an average of 14.62. He has also taken 92 T20I wickets at an average of 26.95 with an economy of 7.46.

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 — Akeal Hosein 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.

Akeal Hosein 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 — Akeal Hosein or Virat Kohli?

Akeal Hosein has the superior batting strike rate this season (188.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Akeal Hosein and Virat Kohli?

Akeal Hosein 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 Akeal Hosein and Virat Kohli won?

Akeal Hosein 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 Akeal Hosein 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 Chennai Super Kings 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, Akeal Hosein or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Akeal Hosein has 307 in 98 matches (average 14.6) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Akeal Hosein strikes at 114.5 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Akeal Hosein or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Akeal Hosein has 309 in 40 matches (average 14.7) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Akeal Hosein strikes at 78.0 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Akeal Hosein or Virat Kohli?

Akeal Hosein has more ODI wickets: Akeal Hosein has 64 at an average of 27.8 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.
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