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

Who is better, Mohammad Nadeem 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.

Mohammad Nadeem () has 641 T20I runs at avg 20.0 in 61 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 Nadeem
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Mohammad Nadeem
AR
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 Nadeem
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
61Matches125
🏏 Batting
641Runs4188
20.03Batting Avg48.70
109.95Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries38
18Sixes 🔴124
77
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
34Wickets4
30.53Bowling Avg51.00
7.60Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/23
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Mohammad Nadeem 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 NadeemVirat 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 · T20I
StatisticMohammad NadeemVirat Kohli
Matches61125
Runs6414188
Batting average20.0348.70
Strike rate110.0137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)238
Wickets344
Bowling average30.5351.00
Economy rate7.608.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Mohammad Nadeem has played 61 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Mohammad Nadeem has 641 runs at 20.0 (strike rate 110.0), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Mohammad Nadeem 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 2 and 38. With the ball, Mohammad Nadeem has 34 wickets at an economy of 7.60 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Mohammad Nadeem has more wickets.

ODI. Mohammad Nadeem has played 42 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Mohammad Nadeem has 862 runs at 41.0, against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Mohammad Nadeem 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 6 and 79. With the ball, Mohammad Nadeem has 21 wickets at an economy of 5.56 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Mohammad Nadeem has more wickets.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Mohammad Nadeem
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 Nadeem
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 Nadeem vs Virat Kohli · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Mohammad Nadeem has scored 641 T20I runs in 61 matches at an average of 20.03, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 34 T20I wickets at an average of 30.53 with an economy of 7.60.

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 Nadeem 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 Nadeem 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 Nadeem 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 Nadeem and Virat Kohli?

Mohammad Nadeem 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 Nadeem and Virat Kohli won?

Mohammad Nadeem 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 Nadeem 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, Mohammad Nadeem or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Mohammad Nadeem has 641 in 61 matches (average 20.0) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Mohammad Nadeem strikes at 110.0 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Mohammad Nadeem or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Mohammad Nadeem has 862 in 42 matches (average 41.0) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

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

Mohammad Nadeem has more ODI wickets: Mohammad Nadeem has 21 at an average of 35.9 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.
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