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Cooper Connolly vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Cooper Connolly 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.

Cooper Connolly (Punjab Kings) has 91 T20I runs at avg 10.1 in 14 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
🏏
Cooper Connolly
🦁 PBKS · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Cooper Connolly
🦁 Punjab Kings
BAT🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
61
Avg Pts
195
Best FP
165.6
Pts/Cr
636
Total Runs
4
Total Wkts
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
81
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
196.5
Pts/Cr
889
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.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
20 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Cooper Connolly
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
14Matches125
🏏 Batting
91Runs4188
10.11Batting Avg48.70
122.97Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
5Sixes 🔴124
47
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
3Wickets4
77.00Bowling Avg51.00
9.24Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/24
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Cooper Connolly 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
StatisticCooper ConnollyVirat Kohli
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points6181
Best fantasy score195211
Runs636889
Strike rate112.0149.4
Fours5494
Sixes3432
Half-centuries (50+)36
Centuries (100+)12
Highest score107139
Wickets40
Economy rate4.880.00
Best spell (wkts)20
Catches611
Total dismissals812
International career · T20I
StatisticCooper ConnollyVirat Kohli
Matches14125
Runs914188
Batting average10.1148.70
Strike rate123.0137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets34
Bowling average77.0051.00
Economy rate9.248.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Cooper Connolly has played 14 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Cooper Connolly has 91 runs at 10.1 (strike rate 123.0), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38.

ODI. Cooper Connolly has played 18 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Cooper Connolly has 502 runs at 38.6, against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 1, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 3 and 79. With the ball, Cooper Connolly has 9 wickets and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Cooper Connolly has more wickets.

Test. Cooper Connolly has played 1 Test and Virat Kohli 123. Cooper Connolly has 4 runs at 4.0 (strike rate 66.7), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Cooper Connolly 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 0 and 31.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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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 →

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Cooper Connolly vs Virat Kohli · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Cooper Connolly has scored 91 T20I runs in 14 matches at an average of 10.11. He has also taken 3 T20I wickets at an average of 77.00 with an economy of 9.24.

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, Cooper Connolly 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 (889 runs). Overall Virat Kohli is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Cooper Connolly 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, Cooper Connolly or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has the superior batting strike rate this season (149.4), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Cooper Connolly and Virat Kohli?

Cooper Connolly 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 Cooper Connolly and Virat Kohli won?

Cooper Connolly 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 Cooper Connolly 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 Punjab Kings 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, Cooper Connolly or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Cooper Connolly has 91 in 14 matches (average 10.1) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Cooper Connolly or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Cooper Connolly has 502 in 18 matches (average 38.6) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Cooper Connolly or Virat Kohli?

Cooper Connolly has more ODI wickets: Cooper Connolly has 9 at an average of 27.7 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Cooper Connolly or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Cooper Connolly has 4 in 1 matches (average 4.0) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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