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Jason Holder vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Jason Holder 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.

Jason Holder (Gujarat Titans) has 888 T20I runs at avg 18.5 in 96 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
🏏
Jason Holder
⚡ GT · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Jason Holder
⚡ Gujarat Titans
AR🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
72
Avg Pts
155
Best FP
109.9
Pts/Cr
86
Total Runs
21
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.
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Virat Kohli
9 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Jason Holder
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
96Matches125
🏏 Batting
888Runs4188
18.50Batting Avg48.70
142.08Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
62Sixes 🔴124
49
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
108Wickets4
26.78Bowling Avg51.00
8.72Economy Rate8.05
15-Wkt Hauls0
5/27
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Jason Holder 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
StatisticJason HolderVirat Kohli
Matches1320
Avg fantasy points7281
Best fantasy score155211
Runs86889
Strike rate150.9149.4
Fours394
Sixes632
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score23139
Wickets210
Economy rate7.370.00
Best spell (wkts)40
Catches811
Total dismissals812
International career · T20I
StatisticJason HolderVirat Kohli
Matches96125
Runs8884188
Batting average18.5048.70
Strike rate142.1137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets1084
Bowling average26.7851.00
Economy rate8.728.05
Five-wicket hauls10

📋 Format by format

T20I. Jason Holder has played 96 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Jason Holder has 888 runs at 18.5 (strike rate 142.1), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Jason Holder 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38. With the ball, Jason Holder has 108 wickets at an economy of 8.72 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Jason Holder has more wickets while Virat Kohli is more economical.

ODI. Jason Holder has played 138 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Jason Holder has 2,237 runs at 24.9, against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Jason Holder 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 12 and 79. With the ball, Jason Holder has 159 wickets and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Jason Holder has more wickets.

Test. Jason Holder has played 69 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Jason Holder has 3,073 runs at 29.8 (strike rate 55.1), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Jason Holder 3, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 14 and 31. Jason Holder also bowls: 162 wickets, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Jason Holder
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
🏏 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: 🏏 Jason Holder
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

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

T20I career: Jason Holder has scored 888 T20I runs in 96 matches at an average of 18.50. He has also taken 108 T20I wickets at an average of 26.78 with an economy of 8.72.

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, Jason Holder 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.

Jason Holder 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, Jason Holder or Virat Kohli?

Jason Holder has the superior batting strike rate this season (150.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Jason Holder and Virat Kohli?

Jason Holder 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 Jason Holder and Virat Kohli won?

Jason Holder 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 Jason Holder 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 Gujarat Titans 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, Jason Holder or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Jason Holder has 888 in 96 matches (average 18.5) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Jason Holder scores faster in T20Is: Jason Holder strikes at 142.1 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Jason Holder or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Jason Holder has 2,237 in 138 matches (average 24.9) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Jason Holder or Virat Kohli?

Jason Holder has more ODI wickets: Jason Holder has 159 at an average of 37.0 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Jason Holder or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Jason Holder has 3,073 in 69 matches (average 29.8) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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