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Anrich Nortje vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Anrich Nortje 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.

Anrich Nortje (Lucknow Super Giants) has 30 T20I runs at avg 3.8 in 47 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
🏏
Anrich Nortje
🦅 LSG · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Anrich Nortje
🦅 Lucknow Super Giants
BOWL🌏 OS
9 cr
Credits
68
Avg Pts
194
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
11
Total Runs
21
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.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Virat Kohli
13 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Anrich Nortje
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
47Matches125
🏏 Batting
30Runs4188
3.75Batting Avg48.70
60.00Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
1Sixes 🔴124
12
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
56Wickets4
21.07Bowling Avg51.00
7.38Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/7
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Anrich Nortje 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
StatisticAnrich NortjeVirat Kohli
Matches1220
Avg fantasy points6881
Best fantasy score194211
Runs11890
Strike rate57.9150.6
Fours192
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score11139
Wickets210
Economy rate5.750.00
Best spell (wkts)50
Catches210
Total dismissals211
International career — T20I
StatisticAnrich NortjeVirat Kohli
Matches47125
Runs304188
Batting average3.7548.70
Strike rate60.0137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets564
Bowling average21.0751.00
Economy rate7.388.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Anrich Nortje has played 47 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Anrich Nortje has 30 runs at 3.8 (strike rate 60.0), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Anrich Nortje 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38. With the ball, Anrich Nortje has 56 wickets at an economy of 7.38 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Anrich Nortje has more wickets.

ODI. Anrich Nortje has played 22 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Anrich Nortje has 40 runs at 6.7 (strike rate 67.8), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Anrich Nortje 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 0 and 79. With the ball, Anrich Nortje has 36 wickets at an economy of 5.86 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Anrich Nortje has more wickets.

Test. Anrich Nortje has played 19 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Anrich Nortje has 187 runs at 7.8 (strike rate 30.3), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Anrich Nortje 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 0 and 31. Anrich Nortje also bowls: 70 wickets at an economy of 3.67, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Anrich Nortje has scored 30 T20I runs in 47 matches at an average of 3.75. He has also taken 56 T20I wickets at an average of 21.07 with an economy of 7.38.

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 — Anrich Nortje 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.

Anrich Nortje 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 — Anrich Nortje 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 Anrich Nortje and Virat Kohli?

Anrich Nortje 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 Anrich Nortje and Virat Kohli won?

Anrich Nortje 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 Anrich Nortje 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, Anrich Nortje or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Anrich Nortje has 30 in 47 matches (average 3.8) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Anrich Nortje or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Anrich Nortje has 40 in 22 matches (average 6.7) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Anrich Nortje or Virat Kohli?

Anrich Nortje has more ODI wickets: Anrich Nortje has 36 at an average of 27.3 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Anrich Nortje or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Anrich Nortje has 187 in 19 matches (average 7.8) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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