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Khurram Shahzad vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Khurram Shahzad 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.

Khurram Shahzad (Pakistan) has 2 T20I runs at avg 1.0 in 2 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
🏏
Khurram Shahzad
🇵🇰 PAK · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Khurram Shahzad
🇵🇰 Pakistan
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
114
Avg Pts
132
Best FP
40.4
Pts/Cr
55
Total Runs
10
Total Wkts
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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
🏏 Khurram Shahzad
33 higher avg pts · 132 best fantasy score
🏏 Khurram Shahzad
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
2Matches125
🏏 Batting
2Runs4188
1.00Batting Avg48.70
16.67Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
0Sixes 🔴124
1
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
0Wickets4
—Bowling Avg51.00
—Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Khurram Shahzad 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
StatisticKhurram ShahzadVirat Kohli
Matches320
Avg fantasy points11481
Best fantasy score132211
Runs55890
Strike rate65.5150.6
Fours992
Sixes132
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score23139
Wickets100
Economy rate4.370.00
Best spell (wkts)40
Catches010
Total dismissals011
International career — T20I
StatisticKhurram ShahzadVirat Kohli
Matches2125
Runs24188
Batting average1.0048.70
Strike rate16.7137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Khurram Shahzad has played 2 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Khurram Shahzad has 2 runs at 1.0 (strike rate 16.7), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Khurram Shahzad 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38.

Test. Khurram Shahzad has played 10 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Khurram Shahzad has 148 runs at 9.3 (strike rate 45.7), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Khurram Shahzad 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 0 and 31. Khurram Shahzad also bowls: 38 wickets at an economy of 4.17, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 27 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Khurram Shahzad
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Virat Kohli
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Khurram Shahzad
114 avg pts · 132 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Virat Kohli
Captaining Khurram Shahzad gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Khurram Shahzad has scored 2 T20I runs in 2 matches at an average of 1.00.

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, Khurram Shahzad is the stronger pick with an average of 114 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 — Khurram Shahzad or Virat Kohli?

Based on recent data, Khurram Shahzad has the edge with a higher average of 114 fantasy points per game. Virat Kohli leads in runs scored (890 runs). Overall Khurram Shahzad is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Khurram Shahzad vs Virat Kohli — who is a better fantasy captain?

Khurram Shahzad is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 114 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 — Khurram Shahzad 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 Khurram Shahzad and Virat Kohli?

Khurram Shahzad 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 Khurram Shahzad and Virat Kohli won?

Khurram Shahzad 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 Khurram Shahzad or Virat Kohli in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Khurram Shahzad is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Pakistan 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, Khurram Shahzad or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Khurram Shahzad has 2 in 2 matches (average 1.0) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more Test runs, Khurram Shahzad or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Khurram Shahzad has 148 in 10 matches (average 9.3) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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