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Albie Morkel vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Albie Morkel 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.

Albie Morkel () has 572 T20I runs at avg 21.2 in 50 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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Albie Morkel
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Albie Morkel
AR
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
81
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
154.7
Pts/Cr
890
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
81 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Albie Morkel
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
50Matches125
🏏 Batting
572Runs4188
21.19Batting Avg48.70
142.29Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
39Sixes 🔴124
43
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
26Wickets4
33.23Bowling Avg51.00
8.01Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/12
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Albie Morkel 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
StatisticAlbie MorkelVirat Kohli
Matches020
Avg fantasy points081
Best fantasy score0211
Runs0890
Strike rate0.0150.6
Fours092
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score0139
Catches010
Total dismissals011
International career — T20I
StatisticAlbie MorkelVirat Kohli
Matches50125
Runs5724188
Batting average21.1948.70
Strike rate142.3137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets264
Bowling average33.2351.00
Economy rate8.018.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Albie Morkel has played 50 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Albie Morkel has 572 runs at 21.2 (strike rate 142.3), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Albie Morkel 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38. With the ball, Albie Morkel has 26 wickets at an economy of 8.01 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Albie Morkel has more wickets.

ODI. Albie Morkel has played 58 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Albie Morkel has 782 runs at 23.7 (strike rate 100.3), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Albie Morkel 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 2 and 79. With the ball, Albie Morkel has 50 wickets at an economy of 5.50 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Albie Morkel has more wickets.

Test. Albie Morkel has played 1 Test and Virat Kohli 123. Albie Morkel has 58 runs at 58.0 (strike rate 81.7), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Albie Morkel 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 1 and 31.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Albie Morkel
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: 🏏 Albie Morkel
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Albie Morkel has scored 572 T20I runs in 50 matches at an average of 21.19. He has also taken 26 T20I wickets at an average of 33.23 with an economy of 8.01.

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 — Albie Morkel 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.

Albie Morkel 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 — Albie Morkel 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 Albie Morkel and Virat Kohli?

Albie Morkel 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 Albie Morkel and Virat Kohli won?

Albie Morkel 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 Albie Morkel 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, Albie Morkel or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Albie Morkel has 572 in 50 matches (average 21.2) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Albie Morkel scores faster in T20Is: Albie Morkel strikes at 142.3 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Albie Morkel or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Albie Morkel has 782 in 58 matches (average 23.7) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Albie Morkel scores faster in ODIs: Albie Morkel strikes at 100.3 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Albie Morkel or Virat Kohli?

Albie Morkel has more ODI wickets: Albie Morkel has 50 at an average of 38.0 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Albie Morkel or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Albie Morkel has 58 in 1 matches (average 58.0) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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