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Aliya Riaz vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Aliya Riaz 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.

Aliya Riaz (Pakistan Women) has 1,365 T20I runs at avg 19.8 in 106 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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Aliya Riaz
🇵🇰 PAKW · 7 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Aliya Riaz
🇵🇰 Pakistan Women
AR🌏 OS
7 cr
Credits
10
Avg Pts
19
Best FP
5.7
Pts/Cr
35
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
81
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
181.5
Pts/Cr
890
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
71 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Aliya Riaz
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🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
106Matches125
🏏 Batting
1365Runs4188
19.78Batting Avg48.70
98.84Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries38
27Sixes 🔴124
57*
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
19Wickets4
29.58Bowling Avg51.00
8.11Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
2/16
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Aliya Riaz 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
StatisticAliya RiazVirat Kohli
Matches420
Avg fantasy points1081
Best fantasy score19211
Runs35890
Strike rate77.8150.6
Fours392
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score18139
Catches110
Total dismissals111
International career — T20I
StatisticAliya RiazVirat Kohli
Matches106125
Runs13654188
Batting average19.7848.70
Strike rate98.8137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)238
Wickets194
Bowling average29.5851.00
Economy rate8.118.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Aliya Riaz has played 106 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Aliya Riaz has 1,365 runs at 19.8 (strike rate 98.8), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Aliya Riaz 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 2 and 38. With the ball, Aliya Riaz has 19 wickets at an economy of 8.11 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Aliya Riaz has more wickets while Virat Kohli is more economical.

ODI. Aliya Riaz has played 78 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Aliya Riaz has 1,564 runs at 26.5 (strike rate 67.3), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Aliya Riaz 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 10 and 79. With the ball, Aliya Riaz has 10 wickets at an economy of 5.65 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Aliya Riaz has more wickets.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Aliya Riaz has scored 1,365 T20I runs in 106 matches at an average of 19.78, with 2 half-centuries. She has also taken 19 T20I wickets at an average of 29.58 with an economy of 8.11.

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 — Aliya Riaz 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.

Aliya Riaz 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 — Aliya Riaz 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 Aliya Riaz and Virat Kohli?

Aliya Riaz costs 7 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 Aliya Riaz and Virat Kohli won?

Aliya Riaz 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 Aliya Riaz 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 Pakistan Women 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, Aliya Riaz or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Aliya Riaz has 1,365 in 106 matches (average 19.8) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Aliya Riaz strikes at 98.8 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Aliya Riaz or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Aliya Riaz has 1,564 in 78 matches (average 26.5) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Aliya Riaz strikes at 67.3 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Aliya Riaz or Virat Kohli?

Aliya Riaz has more ODI wickets: Aliya Riaz has 10 at an average of 79.7 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.
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