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Niroshan Dickwella vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Niroshan Dickwella 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.

Niroshan Dickwella (Dambulla Sixers) has 480 T20I runs at avg 18.5 in 28 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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Niroshan Dickwella
6️⃣ DS · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Niroshan Dickwella
6️⃣ Dambulla Sixers
BAT
8.5 cr
Credits
61
Avg Pts
192
Best FP
57.2
Pts/Cr
206
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
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
20 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Niroshan Dickwella
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
28Matches125
🏏 Batting
480Runs4188
18.46Batting Avg48.70
131.15Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
1Half-Centuries38
9Sixes 🔴124
68
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

Niroshan Dickwella 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
StatisticNiroshan DickwellaVirat Kohli
Matches820
Avg fantasy points6181
Best fantasy score192211
Runs206890
Strike rate92.0150.6
Fours2492
Sixes132
Half-centuries (50+)16
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score90139
Catches1410
Total dismissals1711
International career — T20I
StatisticNiroshan DickwellaVirat Kohli
Matches28125
Runs4804188
Batting average18.4648.70
Strike rate131.2137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)138
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Niroshan Dickwella has played 28 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Niroshan Dickwella has 480 runs at 18.5 (strike rate 131.2), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Niroshan Dickwella 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 1 and 38.

ODI. Niroshan Dickwella has played 55 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Niroshan Dickwella has 1,604 runs at 31.4 (strike rate 93.4), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Niroshan Dickwella 2, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 9 and 79. Virat Kohli also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16, while Niroshan Dickwella has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Niroshan Dickwella has played 56 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Niroshan Dickwella has 2,853 runs at 30.7 (strike rate 66.4), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Niroshan Dickwella 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 23 and 31.

International numbers up to 23 August 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Niroshan Dickwella has scored 480 T20I runs in 28 matches at an average of 18.46, with 1 half-century.

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 — Niroshan Dickwella 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.

Niroshan Dickwella 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 — Niroshan Dickwella 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 Niroshan Dickwella and Virat Kohli?

Niroshan Dickwella 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 Niroshan Dickwella and Virat Kohli won?

Niroshan Dickwella 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 Niroshan Dickwella 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 Dambulla Sixers 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, Niroshan Dickwella or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Niroshan Dickwella has 480 in 28 matches (average 18.5) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Niroshan Dickwella strikes at 131.2 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Niroshan Dickwella or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Niroshan Dickwella has 1,604 in 55 matches (average 31.4) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Niroshan Dickwella strikes at 93.4 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has more Test runs, Niroshan Dickwella or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Niroshan Dickwella has 2,853 in 56 matches (average 30.7) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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