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Mitchell Owen vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Mitchell Owen 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.

Mitchell Owen (Punjab Kings) has 179 T20I runs at avg 17.9 in 15 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
🏏
Mitchell Owen
🦁 PBKS · 9.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Mitchell Owen
🦁 Punjab Kings
BAT🌏 OS
9.5 cr
Credits
36
Avg Pts
56
Best FP
30.2
Pts/Cr
81
Total Runs
3
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
45 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Mitchell Owen
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
15Matches125
🏏 Batting
179Runs4188
17.90Batting Avg48.70
147.93Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
1Half-Centuries38
14Sixes 🔴124
50
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
2Wickets4
29.50Bowling Avg51.00
11.80Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/14
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Mitchell Owen 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
StatisticMitchell OwenVirat Kohli
Matches820
Avg fantasy points3681
Best fantasy score56211
Runs81890
Strike rate128.6150.6
Fours992
Sixes432
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score18139
Wickets30
Economy rate15.310.00
Best spell (wkts)10
Catches510
Total dismissals611
International career — T20I
StatisticMitchell OwenVirat Kohli
Matches15125
Runs1794188
Batting average17.9048.70
Strike rate147.9137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)138
Wickets24
Bowling average29.5051.00
Economy rate11.808.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Mitchell Owen has played 15 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Mitchell Owen has 179 runs at 17.9 (strike rate 147.9), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Mitchell Owen 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 1 and 38.

ODI. Mitchell Owen has played 3 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Mitchell Owen has 37 runs at 18.5 (strike rate 137.0), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Mitchell Owen 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 0 and 79. With the ball, Mitchell Owen has 2 wickets at an economy of 7.00 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Virat Kohli has more wickets.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Mitchell Owen has scored 179 T20I runs in 15 matches at an average of 17.90, with 1 half-century. He has also taken 2 T20I wickets at an average of 29.50 with an economy of 11.80.

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 — Mitchell Owen 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.

Mitchell Owen 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 — Mitchell Owen 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 Mitchell Owen and Virat Kohli?

Mitchell Owen costs 9.5 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 Mitchell Owen and Virat Kohli won?

Mitchell Owen 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 Mitchell Owen 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 Punjab Kings 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, Mitchell Owen or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Mitchell Owen has 179 in 15 matches (average 17.9) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Mitchell Owen scores faster in T20Is: Mitchell Owen strikes at 147.9 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Mitchell Owen or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Mitchell Owen has 37 in 3 matches (average 18.5) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).
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