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George Linde vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — George Linde 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.

George Linde (Lucknow Super Giants) has 403 T20I runs at avg 19.2 in 37 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
🏏
George Linde
🦅 LSG · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
George Linde
🦅 Lucknow Super Giants
AR🌏 OS
8 cr
Credits
31
Avg Pts
49
Best FP
11.5
Pts/Cr
31
Total Runs
1
Total Wkts
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
81
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
154.7
Pts/Cr
890
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
50 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 George Linde
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
37Matches125
🏏 Batting
403Runs4188
19.19Batting Avg48.70
147.62Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
22Sixes 🔴124
48
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
35Wickets4
22.71Bowling Avg51.00
7.43Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/21
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

George Linde 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
StatisticGeorge LindeVirat Kohli
Matches320
Avg fantasy points3181
Best fantasy score49211
Runs31890
Strike rate147.6150.6
Fours692
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score16139
Wickets10
Economy rate8.870.00
Best spell (wkts)10
Catches010
Total dismissals011
International career — T20I
StatisticGeorge LindeVirat Kohli
Matches37125
Runs4034188
Batting average19.1948.70
Strike rate147.6137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets354
Bowling average22.7151.00
Economy rate7.438.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. George Linde has played 37 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. George Linde has 403 runs at 19.2 (strike rate 147.6), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: George Linde 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38. With the ball, George Linde has 35 wickets at an economy of 7.43 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; George Linde has more wickets.

ODI. George Linde has played 4 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. George Linde has 29 runs at 14.5 (strike rate 76.3), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: George Linde 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 0 and 79. With the ball, George Linde has 4 wickets at an economy of 5.60 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Virat Kohli has more wickets while George Linde is more economical.

Test. George Linde has played 3 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. George Linde has 135 runs at 22.5 (strike rate 52.9), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: George Linde 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 0 and 31. George Linde also bowls: 9 wickets at an economy of 3.20, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 George Linde
✓ 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
81 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 George Linde
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: George Linde has scored 403 T20I runs in 37 matches at an average of 19.19. He has also taken 35 T20I wickets at an average of 22.71 with an economy of 7.43.

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 — George Linde 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.

George Linde 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 — George Linde 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 George Linde and Virat Kohli?

George Linde 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 George Linde and Virat Kohli won?

George Linde 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 George Linde 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 Lucknow Super Giants 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, George Linde or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: George Linde has 403 in 37 matches (average 19.2) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

George Linde scores faster in T20Is: George Linde strikes at 147.6 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, George Linde or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: George Linde has 29 in 4 matches (average 14.5) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has more Test runs, George Linde or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: George Linde has 135 in 3 matches (average 22.5) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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