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Malan Kruger vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Malan Kruger 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.

Malan Kruger () has 481 T20I runs at avg 16.6 in 33 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
🏏
Malan Kruger
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Malan Kruger
BAT
8 cr
Credits
4
Avg Pts
4
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
154.7
Pts/Cr
890
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
77 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Malan Kruger
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
33Matches125
🏏 Batting
481Runs4188
16.59Batting Avg48.70
107.85Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
1Half-Centuries38
15Sixes 🔴124
59*
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

Malan Kruger 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
StatisticMalan KrugerVirat Kohli
Matches120
Avg fantasy points481
Best fantasy score4211
Runs0890
Strike rate0.0150.6
Fours092
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score0139
Catches010
Total dismissals011
International career — T20I
StatisticMalan KrugerVirat Kohli
Matches33125
Runs4814188
Batting average16.5948.70
Strike rate107.8137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)138
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Malan Kruger has played 33 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Malan Kruger has 481 runs at 16.6 (strike rate 107.8), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Malan Kruger 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 1 and 38.

ODI. Malan Kruger has played 25 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Malan Kruger has 553 runs at 23.0 (strike rate 65.6), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Malan Kruger 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 3 and 79. Virat Kohli also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16, while Malan Kruger has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 31 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Malan Kruger has scored 481 T20I runs in 33 matches at an average of 16.59, with 1 half-century.

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 — Malan Kruger 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.

Malan Kruger 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 — Malan Kruger 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 Malan Kruger and Virat Kohli?

Malan Kruger 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 Malan Kruger and Virat Kohli won?

Malan Kruger 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 Malan Kruger 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, Malan Kruger or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Malan Kruger has 481 in 33 matches (average 16.6) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Malan Kruger strikes at 107.8 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Malan Kruger or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Malan Kruger has 553 in 25 matches (average 23.0) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Malan Kruger strikes at 65.6 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.
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