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Kevin O'Brien vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Kevin O'Brien 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.

Kevin O'Brien () has 1,973 T20I runs at avg 21.2 in 110 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
🏏
Kevin O'Brien
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Kevin O'Brien
AR
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
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
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
81 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Kevin O'Brien
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
110Matches125
🏏 Batting
1973Runs4188
21.22Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
1Centuries1
5Half-Centuries38
0Sixes 🔴124
124
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
58Wickets4
19.81Bowling Avg51.00
—Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/45
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Kevin O'Brien 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
StatisticKevin O'BrienVirat Kohli
Matches020
Avg fantasy points081
Best fantasy score0211
Runs0890
Strike rate0.0150.6
Fours092
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score0139
Catches010
Total dismissals011
International career — T20I
StatisticKevin O'BrienVirat Kohli
Matches110125
Runs19734188
Batting average21.2248.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)11
Half-centuries (50+)538
Wickets584
Bowling average19.8151.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Kevin O'Brien has played 110 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Kevin O'Brien has 1,973 runs at 21.2, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Kevin O'Brien 1, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 5 and 38. With the ball, Kevin O'Brien has 58 wickets and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Kevin O'Brien has more wickets.

ODI. Kevin O'Brien has played 90 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Kevin O'Brien has 1,990 runs, against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Kevin O'Brien 1, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 8 and 79. With the ball, Kevin O'Brien has 52 wickets and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Kevin O'Brien has more wickets.

Test. Kevin O'Brien has played 3 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Kevin O'Brien has 258 runs at 51.6, against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Kevin O'Brien 1, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 1 and 31.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Kevin O'Brien
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: 🏏 Kevin O'Brien
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Kevin O'Brien vs Virat Kohli — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Kevin O'Brien has scored 1,973 T20I runs in 110 matches at an average of 21.22, with 1 century. He has also taken 58 T20I wickets at an average of 19.81.

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 — Kevin O'Brien 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.

Kevin O'Brien 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 — Kevin O'Brien 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 Kevin O'Brien and Virat Kohli?

Kevin O'Brien 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 Kevin O'Brien and Virat Kohli won?

Kevin O'Brien 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 Kevin O'Brien 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 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, Kevin O'Brien or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Kevin O'Brien has 1,973 in 110 matches (average 21.2) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Kevin O'Brien or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Kevin O'Brien has 1,990 in 90 matches and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Kevin O'Brien or Virat Kohli?

Kevin O'Brien has more ODI wickets: Kevin O'Brien has 52 at an average of 0.0 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Kevin O'Brien or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Kevin O'Brien has 258 in 3 matches (average 51.6) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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