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Pasindu Sooriyabandara vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Pasindu Sooriyabandara or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has the edge on the headline numbers: Virat Kohli leads on TEST bowling (4 wickets, avg 51.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Pasindu Sooriyabandara (Sri Lanka) has 0 TEST runs in 1 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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Pasindu Sooriyabandara
🇱🇰 SL · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Pasindu Sooriyabandara
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BAT
8 cr
Credits
61
Avg Pts
217
Best FP
30.5
Pts/Cr
172
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
81
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
196.5
Pts/Cr
889
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
20 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Pasindu Sooriyabandara
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
—Matches125
🏏 Batting
—Runs4188
—Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
—Centuries1
—Half-Centuries38
—Sixes 🔴124
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Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
—Wickets4
—Bowling Avg51.00
—Economy Rate8.05
—5-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Pasindu Sooriyabandara 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
StatisticPasindu SooriyabandaraVirat Kohli
Matches420
Avg fantasy points6181
Best fantasy score217211
Runs172889
Strike rate56.0149.4
Fours1994
Sixes132
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)12
Highest score172139
Catches211
Total dismissals212
International career · Test
StatisticPasindu SooriyabandaraVirat Kohli
Matches1123
Runs09230
Batting average—46.85
Strike rate—55.6
Centuries (100+)030
Half-centuries (50+)031
Economy rate—2.88

📋 Format by format

Test. Pasindu Sooriyabandara has played 1 Test and Virat Kohli 123. Pasindu Sooriyabandara has 0 runs, against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Pasindu Sooriyabandara 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 0 and 31.

International numbers up to 15 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Pasindu Sooriyabandara
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: 🏏 Pasindu Sooriyabandara
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 →

🧠Quick quiz: Pasindu Sooriyabandara and Virat Kohli

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

Pasindu Sooriyabandara does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

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, Pasindu Sooriyabandara 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 (889 runs). Overall Virat Kohli is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Pasindu Sooriyabandara 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 217 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, Pasindu Sooriyabandara or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has the superior batting strike rate this season (149.4), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Pasindu Sooriyabandara and Virat Kohli?

Pasindu Sooriyabandara 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 Pasindu Sooriyabandara and Virat Kohli won?

Pasindu Sooriyabandara 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 Pasindu Sooriyabandara 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 Sri Lanka 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 Test runs, Pasindu Sooriyabandara or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Pasindu Sooriyabandara has 0 in 1 matches and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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