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Mushfiqur Rahim vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Mushfiqur Rahim 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.

Mushfiqur Rahim (Bangladesh) has 1,500 T20I runs at avg 19.5 in 102 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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Mushfiqur Rahim
🇧🇩 BAN · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Mushfiqur Rahim
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
🧤 WK🌏 OS
8.5 cr
Credits
28
Avg Pts
55
Best FP
13.4
Pts/Cr
81
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
53 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Mushfiqur Rahim
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
102Matches125
🏏 Batting
1500Runs4188
19.48Batting Avg48.70
114.94Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
6Half-Centuries38
37Sixes 🔴124
72*
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

Mushfiqur Rahim 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
StatisticMushfiqur RahimVirat Kohli
Matches420
Avg fantasy points2881
Best fantasy score55211
Runs81890
Strike rate48.5150.6
Fours1192
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score43139
Catches110
Total dismissals111
International career — T20I
StatisticMushfiqur RahimVirat Kohli
Matches102125
Runs15004188
Batting average19.4848.70
Strike rate114.9137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)638
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Mushfiqur Rahim has played 102 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Mushfiqur Rahim has 1,500 runs at 19.5 (strike rate 114.9), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Mushfiqur Rahim 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 6 and 38.

ODI. Mushfiqur Rahim has played 274 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Mushfiqur Rahim has 7,795 runs at 36.4 (strike rate 79.8), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Mushfiqur Rahim 9, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 49 and 79. Virat Kohli also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16, while Mushfiqur Rahim has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Mushfiqur Rahim has played 105 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Mushfiqur Rahim has 6,876 runs at 39.1, against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Mushfiqur Rahim 14, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 29 and 31.

International numbers up to 22 August 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Mushfiqur Rahim has scored 1,500 T20I runs in 102 matches at an average of 19.48, with 6 half-centuries.

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 — Mushfiqur Rahim 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.

Mushfiqur Rahim 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 — Mushfiqur Rahim 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 Mushfiqur Rahim and Virat Kohli?

Mushfiqur Rahim 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 Mushfiqur Rahim and Virat Kohli won?

Mushfiqur Rahim 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 Mushfiqur Rahim 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 Bangladesh 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, Mushfiqur Rahim or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Mushfiqur Rahim has 1,500 in 102 matches (average 19.5) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Mushfiqur Rahim strikes at 114.9 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Mushfiqur Rahim or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Mushfiqur Rahim has 7,795 in 274 matches (average 36.4) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Mushfiqur Rahim strikes at 79.8 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has more Test runs, Mushfiqur Rahim or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Mushfiqur Rahim has 6,876 in 105 matches (average 39.1) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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