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Mohammad Nawaz vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Mohammad Nawaz 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 Nawaz (Galle Gallants) has 911 T20I runs at avg 17.5 in 98 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 Nawaz
🐘 GG · 8.5 cr
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PLAYER 2
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Mohammad Nawaz
🐘 Galle Gallants
AR🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
41
Avg Pts
125
Best FP
52.7
Pts/Cr
86
Total Runs
7
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
40 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Mohammad Nawaz
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🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
98Matches125
🏏 Batting
911Runs4188
17.52Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
24Sixes 🔴124
45*
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
101Wickets4
20.88Bowling Avg51.00
—Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
5/18
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Mohammad Nawaz 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 NawazVirat Kohli
Matches1120
Avg fantasy points4181
Best fantasy score125211
Runs86890
Strike rate156.4150.6
Fours292
Sixes932
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score27139
Wickets70
Economy rate8.670.00
Best spell (wkts)30
Catches410
Total dismissals411
International career — T20I
StatisticMohammad NawazVirat Kohli
Matches98125
Runs9114188
Batting average17.5248.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets1014
Bowling average20.8851.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Mohammad Nawaz has played 98 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Mohammad Nawaz has 911 runs at 17.5, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Mohammad Nawaz 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38. With the ball, Mohammad Nawaz has 101 wickets and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Mohammad Nawaz has more wickets.

ODI. Mohammad Nawaz has played 44 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Mohammad Nawaz has 538 runs at 21.5, against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Mohammad Nawaz 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 2 and 79. With the ball, Mohammad Nawaz has 49 wickets and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Mohammad Nawaz has more wickets.

Test. Mohammad Nawaz has played 6 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Mohammad Nawaz has 144 runs at 16.0 (strike rate 41.6), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Mohammad Nawaz 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 0 and 31. Mohammad Nawaz also bowls: 16 wickets at an economy of 3.10, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Mohammad Nawaz
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
🏏 Virat Kohli
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Virat Kohli
81 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Mohammad Nawaz
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Mohammad Nawaz has scored 911 T20I runs in 98 matches at an average of 17.52. He has also taken 101 T20I wickets at an average of 20.88.

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 — Mohammad Nawaz 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.

Mohammad Nawaz 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 — Mohammad Nawaz or Virat Kohli?

Mohammad Nawaz has the superior batting strike rate this season (156.4), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

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

Mohammad Nawaz costs 8.5 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 Mohammad Nawaz and Virat Kohli won?

Mohammad Nawaz 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 Nawaz 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 Galle Gallants 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 Nawaz or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Mohammad Nawaz has 911 in 98 matches (average 17.5) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

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

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Mohammad Nawaz has 538 in 44 matches (average 21.5) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

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

Mohammad Nawaz has more ODI wickets: Mohammad Nawaz has 49 at an average of 36.5 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

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

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Mohammad Nawaz has 144 in 6 matches (average 16.0) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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