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Dunith Wellalage vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Dunith Wellalage 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.

Dunith Wellalage (Sri Lanka) has 137 T20I runs at avg 19.6 in 16 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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Dunith Wellalage
🇱🇰 SL · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Dunith Wellalage
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
77
Avg Pts
147
Best FP
154.2
Pts/Cr
310
Total Runs
22
Total Wkts
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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
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched — pick based on ground & match-up!
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
16Matches125
🏏 Batting
137Runs4188
19.57Batting Avg48.70
113.22Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
3Sixes 🔴124
43
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
19Wickets4
22.68Bowling Avg51.00
7.24Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/9
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Dunith Wellalage 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
StatisticDunith WellalageVirat Kohli
Matches1720
Avg fantasy points7781
Best fantasy score147211
Runs310890
Strike rate128.1150.6
Fours2992
Sixes1232
Half-centuries (50+)16
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score56139
Wickets220
Economy rate7.330.00
Best spell (wkts)30
Catches810
Total dismissals811
International career — T20I
StatisticDunith WellalageVirat Kohli
Matches16125
Runs1374188
Batting average19.5748.70
Strike rate113.2137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets194
Bowling average22.6851.00
Economy rate7.248.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Dunith Wellalage has played 16 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Dunith Wellalage has 137 runs at 19.6 (strike rate 113.2), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Dunith Wellalage 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38. With the ball, Dunith Wellalage has 19 wickets at an economy of 7.24 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Dunith Wellalage has more wickets.

ODI. Dunith Wellalage has played 31 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Dunith Wellalage has 386 runs at 20.3 (strike rate 80.8), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Dunith Wellalage 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 1 and 79. With the ball, Dunith Wellalage has 39 wickets at an economy of 5.07 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Dunith Wellalage has more wickets.

Test. Dunith Wellalage has played 1 Test and Virat Kohli 123. Dunith Wellalage has 29 runs at 14.5 (strike rate 61.7), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Dunith Wellalage 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 0 and 31.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Dunith Wellalage
✓ More wickets
🏏 Virat Kohli
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
Both players are closely matched — consider pitch conditions and recent form before choosing captain.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Dunith Wellalage has scored 137 T20I runs in 16 matches at an average of 19.57. He has also taken 19 T20I wickets at an average of 22.68 with an economy of 7.24.

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 — Dunith Wellalage 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.

Dunith Wellalage 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 — Dunith Wellalage 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 Dunith Wellalage and Virat Kohli?

Dunith Wellalage 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 Dunith Wellalage and Virat Kohli won?

Dunith Wellalage 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 Dunith Wellalage 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 Sri Lanka 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, Dunith Wellalage or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Dunith Wellalage has 137 in 16 matches (average 19.6) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Dunith Wellalage strikes at 113.2 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Dunith Wellalage or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Dunith Wellalage has 386 in 31 matches (average 20.3) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Dunith Wellalage strikes at 80.8 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Dunith Wellalage or Virat Kohli?

Dunith Wellalage has more ODI wickets: Dunith Wellalage has 39 at an average of 30.1 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Dunith Wellalage or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Dunith Wellalage has 29 in 1 matches (average 14.5) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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