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Mohammad Azharuddin vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Mohammad Azharuddin or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has the edge on the headline numbers: Virat Kohli leads on ODI batting (4,188 runs, avg 48.7). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Mohammad Azharuddin () has 9,378 ODI runs at avg 36.9 in 334 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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Mohammad Azharuddin
· 8 cr
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PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Mohammad Azharuddin
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
85
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
195.3
Pts/Cr
932
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
85 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Mohammad Azharuddin
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🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
—Matches125
🏏 Batting
—Runs4188
—Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
—Centuries1
—Half-Centuries38
—Sixes 🔴124
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Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
—Wickets4
—Bowling Avg51.00
—Economy Rate8.05
—5-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Mohammad Azharuddin 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
StatisticMohammad AzharuddinVirat Kohli
Matches020
Avg fantasy points085
Best fantasy score0211
Runs0932
Strike rate0.0148.9
Fours098
Sixes033
Half-centuries (50+)07
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score0139
Catches011
Total dismissals012
International career · ODI
StatisticMohammad AzharuddinVirat Kohli
Matches334315
Runs937815080
Batting average36.9259.14
Strike rate74.095.5
Centuries (100+)755
Half-centuries (50+)5879
Wickets125
Bowling average39.92136.00
Economy rate5.216.16

📋 Format by format

ODI. Mohammad Azharuddin has played 334 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Mohammad Azharuddin has 9,378 runs at 36.9 (strike rate 74.0), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Mohammad Azharuddin 7, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 58 and 79. With the ball, Mohammad Azharuddin has 12 wickets at an economy of 5.21 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Mohammad Azharuddin has more wickets.

Test. Mohammad Azharuddin has played 99 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Mohammad Azharuddin has 6,215 runs at 45.0 (strike rate 63.1), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Mohammad Azharuddin 22, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 21 and 31.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Mohammad Azharuddin
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
85 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Mohammad Azharuddin
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

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

Mohammad Azharuddin does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

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 85 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, Mohammad Azharuddin or Virat Kohli?

Based on recent data, Virat Kohli has the edge with a higher average of 85 fantasy points per game. Virat Kohli leads in runs scored (932 runs). Overall Virat Kohli is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Mohammad Azharuddin vs Virat Kohli: who is a better fantasy captain?

Virat Kohli is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 85 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, Mohammad Azharuddin or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has the superior batting strike rate this season (148.9), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Mohammad Azharuddin and Virat Kohli?

Mohammad Azharuddin 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 Mohammad Azharuddin and Virat Kohli won?

Mohammad Azharuddin 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 Mohammad Azharuddin 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 ODI runs, Mohammad Azharuddin or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Mohammad Azharuddin has 9,378 in 334 matches (average 36.9) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Mohammad Azharuddin strikes at 74.0 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Mohammad Azharuddin or Virat Kohli?

Mohammad Azharuddin has more ODI wickets: Mohammad Azharuddin has 12 at an average of 39.9 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Mohammad Azharuddin or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Mohammad Azharuddin has 6,215 in 99 matches (average 45.0) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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