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Nizakat Khan vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Nizakat Khan 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.

Nizakat Khan () has 2,282 T20I runs at avg 21.9 in 115 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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Nizakat Khan
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Nizakat Khan
AR
8 cr
Credits
49
Avg Pts
119
Best FP
24.3
Pts/Cr
41
Total Runs
3
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
32 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Nizakat Khan
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
115Matches125
🏏 Batting
2282Runs4188
21.94Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
11Half-Centuries38
67Sixes 🔴124
81
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
11Wickets4
19.09Bowling Avg51.00
6.21Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/19
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Nizakat Khan 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
StatisticNizakat KhanVirat Kohli
Matches420
Avg fantasy points4981
Best fantasy score119211
Runs41890
Strike rate117.1150.6
Fours492
Sixes132
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score19139
Wickets30
Economy rate6.530.00
Best spell (wkts)30
Catches110
Total dismissals111
International career · T20I
StatisticNizakat KhanVirat Kohli
Matches115125
Runs22824188
Batting average21.9448.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)1138
Wickets114
Bowling average19.0951.00
Economy rate6.218.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Nizakat Khan has played 115 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Nizakat Khan has 2,282 runs at 21.9, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Nizakat Khan 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 11 and 38. With the ball, Nizakat Khan has 11 wickets at an economy of 6.21 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Nizakat Khan has more wickets.

ODI. Nizakat Khan has played 20 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Nizakat Khan has 583 runs at 30.7, against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Nizakat Khan 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 3 and 79. With the ball, Nizakat Khan has 4 wickets at an economy of 4.92 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Virat Kohli has more wickets while Nizakat Khan is more economical.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Nizakat Khan
✓ More wickets
🏏 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: 🏏 Nizakat Khan
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

What is happening now

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

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

T20I career: Nizakat Khan has scored 2,282 T20I runs in 115 matches at an average of 21.94, with 11 half-centuries. He has also taken 11 T20I wickets at an average of 19.09 with an economy of 6.21.

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, Nizakat Khan 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.

Nizakat Khan 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, Nizakat Khan 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 Nizakat Khan and Virat Kohli?

Nizakat Khan 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 Nizakat Khan and Virat Kohli won?

Nizakat Khan 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 Nizakat Khan 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, Nizakat Khan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Nizakat Khan has 2,282 in 115 matches (average 21.9) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Nizakat Khan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Nizakat Khan has 583 in 20 matches (average 30.7) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).
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