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Gareth Delany vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Gareth Delany 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.

Gareth Delany (Edinburgh Castle Rockers) has 1,294 T20I runs at avg 20.5 in 93 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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Gareth Delany
🏰 ECR · 8.5 cr
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PLAYER 2
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Gareth Delany
🏰 Edinburgh Castle Rockers
AR🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
23
Avg Pts
106
Best FP
32.5
Pts/Cr
106
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
85
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
195.3
Pts/Cr
932
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
62 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Gareth Delany
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🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
93Matches125
🏏 Batting
1294Runs4188
20.54Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
4Half-Centuries38
52Sixes 🔴124
89*
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
60Wickets4
26.08Bowling Avg51.00
—Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/16
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Gareth Delany 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
StatisticGareth DelanyVirat Kohli
Matches1220
Avg fantasy points2385
Best fantasy score106211
Runs106932
Strike rate121.8148.9
Fours798
Sixes533
Half-centuries (50+)07
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score49139
Wickets10
Economy rate3.000.00
Best spell (wkts)10
Catches711
Total dismissals712
International career · T20I
StatisticGareth DelanyVirat Kohli
Matches93125
Runs12944188
Batting average20.5448.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)438
Wickets604
Bowling average26.0851.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Gareth Delany has played 93 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Gareth Delany has 1,294 runs at 20.5, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Gareth Delany 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 4 and 38. With the ball, Gareth Delany has 60 wickets and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Gareth Delany has more wickets.

ODI. Gareth Delany has played 21 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Gareth Delany has 234 runs at 18.0 (strike rate 105.4), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Gareth Delany 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 0 and 79. With the ball, Gareth Delany has 7 wickets at an economy of 6.40 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Gareth Delany has more wickets while Virat Kohli is more economical.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Gareth Delany
✓ 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
85 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Gareth Delany
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

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

T20I career: Gareth Delany has scored 1,294 T20I runs in 93 matches at an average of 20.54, with 4 half-centuries. He has also taken 60 T20I wickets at an average of 26.08.

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 85 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, Gareth Delany or Virat Kohli?

Based on recent data, Virat Kohli has the edge with a higher average of 85 fantasy points per game. Virat Kohli leads in runs scored (932 runs). Overall Virat Kohli is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Gareth Delany vs Virat Kohli: who is a better fantasy captain?

Virat Kohli is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 85 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, Gareth Delany or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has the superior batting strike rate this season (148.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Gareth Delany and Virat Kohli?

Gareth Delany 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 Gareth Delany and Virat Kohli won?

Gareth Delany 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 Gareth Delany 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 Edinburgh Castle Rockers 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, Gareth Delany or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Gareth Delany has 1,294 in 93 matches (average 20.5) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Gareth Delany or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Gareth Delany has 234 in 21 matches (average 18.0) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Gareth Delany scores faster in ODIs: Gareth Delany strikes at 105.4 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Gareth Delany or Virat Kohli?

Gareth Delany has more ODI wickets: Gareth Delany has 7 at an average of 53.0 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.
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