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Kamindu Mendis vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Kamindu Mendis 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.

Kamindu Mendis (Sunrisers Hyderabad) has 381 T20I runs at avg 19.1 in 23 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
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 SRH · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Kamindu Mendis
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
BAT🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
48
Avg Pts
180
Best FP
106.9
Pts/Cr
588
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
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
33 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
23Matches125
🏏 Batting
381Runs4188
19.05Batting Avg48.70
122.51Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries38
13Sixes 🔴124
65
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
2Wickets4
74.00Bowling Avg51.00
8.22Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/14
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Kamindu Mendis 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
StatisticKamindu MendisVirat Kohli
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points4881
Best fantasy score180211
Runs588890
Strike rate87.1150.6
Fours5892
Sixes1932
Half-centuries (50+)36
Centuries (100+)12
Highest score128139
Economy rate9.000.00
Catches710
Total dismissals811
International career — T20I
StatisticKamindu MendisVirat Kohli
Matches23125
Runs3814188
Batting average19.0548.70
Strike rate122.5137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)238
Wickets24
Bowling average74.0051.00
Economy rate8.228.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Kamindu Mendis has played 23 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Kamindu Mendis has 381 runs at 19.1 (strike rate 122.5), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 2 and 38.

ODI. Kamindu Mendis has played 17 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Kamindu Mendis has 344 runs at 31.3 (strike rate 74.1), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 2 and 79. With the ball, Kamindu Mendis has 2 wickets at an economy of 6.41 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Virat Kohli has more wickets.

Test. Kamindu Mendis has played 11 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Kamindu Mendis has 1,157 runs at 68.1 (strike rate 64.9), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Kamindu Mendis 5, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 4 and 31.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Kamindu Mendis
Evenly matched
🏏 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: 🏏 Kamindu Mendis
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Kamindu Mendis has scored 381 T20I runs in 23 matches at an average of 19.05, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 2 T20I wickets at an average of 74.00 with an economy of 8.22.

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 — Kamindu Mendis 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.

Kamindu Mendis 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 — Kamindu Mendis 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 Kamindu Mendis and Virat Kohli?

Kamindu Mendis 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 Kamindu Mendis and Virat Kohli won?

Kamindu Mendis 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 Kamindu Mendis 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 Sunrisers Hyderabad 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, Kamindu Mendis or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Kamindu Mendis has 381 in 23 matches (average 19.1) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Kamindu Mendis strikes at 122.5 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Kamindu Mendis or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Kamindu Mendis has 344 in 17 matches (average 31.3) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Kamindu Mendis strikes at 74.1 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has more Test runs, Kamindu Mendis or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Kamindu Mendis has 1,157 in 11 matches (average 68.1) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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