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Paul Collingwood vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Paul Collingwood 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.

Paul Collingwood (Delhi Capitals) has 583 T20I runs at avg 18.8 in 36 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
🏏
Paul Collingwood
💙 DC · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Paul Collingwood
💙 Delhi Capitals
AR
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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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
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
81 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Paul Collingwood
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
36Matches125
🏏 Batting
583Runs4188
18.81Batting Avg48.70
127.02Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
3Half-Centuries38
24Sixes 🔴124
79
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
16Wickets4
21.69Bowling Avg51.00
8.90Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/22
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Paul Collingwood 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
StatisticPaul CollingwoodVirat Kohli
Matches020
Avg fantasy points081
Best fantasy score0211
Runs0890
Strike rate0.0150.6
Fours092
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score0139
Catches010
Total dismissals011
International career — T20I
StatisticPaul CollingwoodVirat Kohli
Matches36125
Runs5834188
Batting average18.8148.70
Strike rate127.0137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)338
Wickets164
Bowling average21.6951.00
Economy rate8.908.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Paul Collingwood has played 36 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Paul Collingwood has 583 runs at 18.8 (strike rate 127.0), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Paul Collingwood 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 3 and 38. With the ball, Paul Collingwood has 16 wickets at an economy of 8.90 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Paul Collingwood has more wickets while Virat Kohli is more economical.

ODI. Paul Collingwood has played 197 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Paul Collingwood has 5,078 runs at 35.5 (strike rate 76.8), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Paul Collingwood 5, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 26 and 79. With the ball, Paul Collingwood has 111 wickets at an economy of 4.97 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Paul Collingwood has more wickets.

Test. Paul Collingwood has played 68 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Paul Collingwood has 4,259 runs at 40.6 (strike rate 46.4), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Paul Collingwood 10, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 20 and 31. Paul Collingwood also bowls: 17 wickets at an economy of 3.21, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Paul Collingwood has scored 583 T20I runs in 36 matches at an average of 18.81, with 3 half-centuries. He has also taken 16 T20I wickets at an average of 21.69 with an economy of 8.90.

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 — Paul Collingwood 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.

Paul Collingwood 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 — Paul Collingwood 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 Paul Collingwood and Virat Kohli?

Paul Collingwood 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 Paul Collingwood and Virat Kohli won?

Paul Collingwood 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 Paul Collingwood 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 Delhi Capitals 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, Paul Collingwood or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Paul Collingwood has 583 in 36 matches (average 18.8) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Paul Collingwood strikes at 127.0 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Paul Collingwood or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Paul Collingwood has 5,078 in 197 matches (average 35.5) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Paul Collingwood strikes at 76.8 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Paul Collingwood or Virat Kohli?

Paul Collingwood has more ODI wickets: Paul Collingwood has 111 at an average of 38.7 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Paul Collingwood or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Paul Collingwood has 4,259 in 68 matches (average 40.6) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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