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Axar Patel vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Axar Patel 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.

Axar Patel (India) has 700 T20I runs at avg 18.4 in 91 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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Axar Patel
🇮🇳 IND · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Axar Patel
🇮🇳 India
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
52
Avg Pts
213
Best FP
132.0
Pts/Cr
153
Total Runs
21
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
29 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Axar Patel
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🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
91Matches125
🏏 Batting
700Runs4188
18.42Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
1Half-Centuries38
23Sixes 🔴124
65
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
93Wickets4
21.30Bowling Avg51.00
—Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/9
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Axar Patel 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
StatisticAxar PatelVirat Kohli
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points5281
Best fantasy score213211
Runs153890
Strike rate91.1150.6
Fours992
Sixes232
Half-centuries (50+)16
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score57139
Wickets210
Economy rate7.540.00
Best spell (wkts)40
Catches810
Total dismissals1111
International career — T20I
StatisticAxar PatelVirat Kohli
Matches91125
Runs7004188
Batting average18.4248.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)138
Wickets934
Bowling average21.3051.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Axar Patel has played 91 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Axar Patel has 700 runs at 18.4, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Axar Patel 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 1 and 38. With the ball, Axar Patel has 93 wickets and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Axar Patel has more wickets.

ODI. Axar Patel has played 71 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Axar Patel has 858 runs at 23.2, against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Axar Patel 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 3 and 79. With the ball, Axar Patel has 75 wickets and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Axar Patel has more wickets.

Test. Axar Patel has played 15 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Axar Patel has 688 runs at 34.4, against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Axar Patel 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 4 and 31. Axar Patel also bowls: 57 wickets at an economy of 2.51, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Axar Patel has scored 700 T20I runs in 91 matches at an average of 18.42, with 1 half-century. He has also taken 93 T20I wickets at an average of 21.30.

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 — Axar Patel 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.

Axar Patel 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 213 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 — Axar Patel 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 Axar Patel and Virat Kohli?

Axar Patel costs 8.5 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 Axar Patel and Virat Kohli won?

Axar Patel has won 1 Man of the Match award and Virat Kohli has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Axar Patel 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 India 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, Axar Patel or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Axar Patel has 700 in 91 matches (average 18.4) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Axar Patel or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Axar Patel has 858 in 71 matches (average 23.2) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Axar Patel or Virat Kohli?

Axar Patel has more ODI wickets: Axar Patel has 75 at an average of 32.8 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Axar Patel or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Axar Patel has 688 in 15 matches (average 34.4) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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