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Ayaka Kato-Stafford vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Ayaka Kato-Stafford or Virat Kohli?

Ayaka Kato-Stafford has the edge on the headline numbers: Ayaka Kato-Stafford leads on T20I bowling (4 wickets). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Ayaka Kato-Stafford () has 98 T20I runs in 4 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
🏏
Ayaka Kato-Stafford
· 7.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Ayaka Kato-Stafford
BOWL
7.5 cr
Credits
24
Avg Pts
24
Best FP
3.2
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
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
57 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Ayaka Kato-Stafford
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
4Matches125
🏏 Batting
98Runs4188
—Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
0Sixes 🔴124
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Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
4Wickets4
0.00Bowling Avg51.00
—Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Ayaka Kato-Stafford 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
StatisticAyaka Kato-StaffordVirat Kohli
Matches120
Avg fantasy points2481
Best fantasy score24211
Runs0890
Strike rate0.0150.6
Fours092
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score0139
Economy rate12.000.00
Catches210
Total dismissals211
International career · T20I
StatisticAyaka Kato-StaffordVirat Kohli
Matches4125
Runs984188
Batting average—48.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets44
Bowling average0.0051.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Ayaka Kato-Stafford has played 4 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Ayaka Kato-Stafford has 98 runs, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Ayaka Kato-Stafford 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Ayaka Kato-Stafford
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: 🏏 Ayaka Kato-Stafford
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

What is happening now

Virat Kohli

Most ODI centuries in history and a 2026 IPL champion with Bengaluru

IPL 2026: 675 runs at a strike rate of 165.9 in 16 innings. Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Titans by six wickets in the final at Ahmedabad.

Full Kohli profile →

Did you know: Virat Kohli

  • Born 5 November 1988. Former captain of India in all formats.
  • Most centuries in ODIs and the second-most in international cricket, with 86: 55 in ODIs, 30 in Tests and 1 in T20Is.
  • Test highest score of 254 not out.
  • ODI highest score of 183.
Full Virat Kohli profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Ayaka Kato-Stafford and Virat Kohli

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Ayaka Kato-Stafford vs Virat Kohli · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: He has also taken 4 T20I wickets.

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, Ayaka Kato-Stafford 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.

Ayaka Kato-Stafford 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, Ayaka Kato-Stafford 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 Ayaka Kato-Stafford and Virat Kohli?

Ayaka Kato-Stafford 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 Ayaka Kato-Stafford and Virat Kohli won?

Ayaka Kato-Stafford 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 Ayaka Kato-Stafford 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, Ayaka Kato-Stafford or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Ayaka Kato-Stafford has 98 in 4 matches and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).
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