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Kushal Malla vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Kushal Malla 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.

Kushal Malla () has 917 T20I runs at avg 27.8 in 47 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
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Kushal Malla
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Kushal Malla
AR
8 cr
Credits
6
Avg Pts
6
Best FP
1.4
Pts/Cr
11
Total Runs
0
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
🏏 Virat Kohli
75 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Kushal Malla
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
47Matches125
🏏 Batting
917Runs4188
27.79Batting Avg48.70
147.67Strike Rate137.04
1Centuries1
4Half-Centuries38
66Sixes 🔴124
137
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
18Wickets4
21.83Bowling Avg51.00
6.34Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/33
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Kushal Malla 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
StatisticKushal MallaVirat Kohli
Matches220
Avg fantasy points681
Best fantasy score6211
Runs11890
Strike rate64.7150.6
Fours192
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score9139
Economy rate2.000.00
Catches010
Total dismissals011
International career · T20I
StatisticKushal MallaVirat Kohli
Matches47125
Runs9174188
Batting average27.7948.70
Strike rate147.7137.0
Centuries (100+)11
Half-centuries (50+)438
Wickets184
Bowling average21.8351.00
Economy rate6.348.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Kushal Malla has played 47 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Kushal Malla has 917 runs at 27.8 (strike rate 147.7), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Kushal Malla 1, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 4 and 38. With the ball, Kushal Malla has 18 wickets at an economy of 6.34 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Kushal Malla has more wickets.

ODI. Kushal Malla has played 39 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Kushal Malla has 768 runs at 24.0 (strike rate 89.6), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Kushal Malla 1, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 4 and 79. With the ball, Kushal Malla has 24 wickets at an economy of 4.35 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Kushal Malla has more wickets.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Kushal Malla
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: 🏏 Kushal Malla
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

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

T20I career: Kushal Malla has scored 917 T20I runs in 47 matches at an average of 27.79, with 1 century. He has also taken 18 T20I wickets at an average of 21.83 with an economy of 6.34.

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, Kushal Malla 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.

Kushal Malla 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, Kushal Malla 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 Kushal Malla and Virat Kohli?

Kushal Malla 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 Kushal Malla and Virat Kohli won?

Kushal Malla 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 Kushal Malla 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, Kushal Malla or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Kushal Malla has 917 in 47 matches (average 27.8) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Kushal Malla scores faster in T20Is: Kushal Malla strikes at 147.7 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Kushal Malla or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Kushal Malla has 768 in 39 matches (average 24.0) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Kushal Malla strikes at 89.6 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Kushal Malla or Virat Kohli?

Kushal Malla has more ODI wickets: Kushal Malla has 24 at an average of 33.7 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.
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