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Connor Esterhuizen vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Connor Esterhuizen 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.

Connor Esterhuizen () has 206 T20I runs at avg 34.3 in 8 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
🏏
Connor Esterhuizen
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Connor Esterhuizen
BAT
8 cr
Credits
70
Avg Pts
171
Best FP
35.1
Pts/Cr
122
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
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Virat Kohli
11 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Connor Esterhuizen
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
8Matches125
🏏 Batting
206Runs4188
34.33Batting Avg48.70
140.14Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries38
13Sixes 🔴124
75
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets4
—Bowling 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

Connor Esterhuizen 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
StatisticConnor EsterhuizenVirat Kohli
Matches420
Avg fantasy points7081
Best fantasy score171211
Runs122890
Strike rate184.8150.6
Fours992
Sixes1032
Half-centuries (50+)16
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score88139
Catches410
Total dismissals511
International career — T20I
StatisticConnor EsterhuizenVirat Kohli
Matches8125
Runs2064188
Batting average34.3348.70
Strike rate140.1137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)238
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Connor Esterhuizen has played 8 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Connor Esterhuizen has 206 runs at 34.3 (strike rate 140.1), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Connor Esterhuizen 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 2 and 38.

International numbers up to 1 September 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Connor Esterhuizen
✓ Higher strike rate
🏏 Virat Kohli
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Virat Kohli
81 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Connor Esterhuizen
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Connor Esterhuizen has scored 206 T20I runs in 8 matches at an average of 34.33, with 2 half-centuries.

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 — Connor Esterhuizen 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.

Connor Esterhuizen 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 — Connor Esterhuizen or Virat Kohli?

Connor Esterhuizen has the superior batting strike rate this season (184.8), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Connor Esterhuizen and Virat Kohli?

Connor Esterhuizen 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 Connor Esterhuizen and Virat Kohli won?

Connor Esterhuizen 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 Connor Esterhuizen 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, Connor Esterhuizen or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Connor Esterhuizen has 206 in 8 matches (average 34.3) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Connor Esterhuizen scores faster in T20Is: Connor Esterhuizen strikes at 140.1 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.
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