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Prabath Jayasuriya vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Prabath Jayasuriya or Virat Kohli?

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

Prabath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka) has 10 ODI runs in 2 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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Prabath Jayasuriya
🇱🇰 SL · 9.5 cr
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PLAYER 2
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Prabath Jayasuriya
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
BOWL
9.5 cr
Credits
139
Avg Pts
241
Best FP
44.0
Pts/Cr
38
Total Runs
12
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
🏏 Prabath Jayasuriya
58 higher avg pts · 241 best fantasy score
🏏 Prabath Jayasuriya
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

Prabath Jayasuriya 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
StatisticPrabath JayasuriyaVirat Kohli
Matches320
Avg fantasy points13981
Best fantasy score241211
Runs38889
Strike rate34.5149.4
Fours394
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score24139
Wickets120
Economy rate2.790.00
Best spell (wkts)70
Catches011
Total dismissals112
International career · ODI
StatisticPrabath JayasuriyaVirat Kohli
Matches2315
Runs1015080
Batting average—59.14
Strike rate—95.5
Centuries (100+)055
Half-centuries (50+)079
Wickets05
Bowling average—136.00
Economy rate—6.16

📋 Format by format

ODI. Prabath Jayasuriya has played 2 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Prabath Jayasuriya has 10 runs, against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Prabath Jayasuriya 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 0 and 79. Virat Kohli also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16, while Prabath Jayasuriya has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Prabath Jayasuriya has played 23 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Prabath Jayasuriya has 287 runs, against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Prabath Jayasuriya 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 0 and 31. Prabath Jayasuriya also bowls: 124 wickets, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 15 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Prabath Jayasuriya
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Virat Kohli
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Prabath Jayasuriya
139 avg pts · 241 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Virat Kohli
Captaining Prabath Jayasuriya gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

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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

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

Prabath Jayasuriya 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, Prabath Jayasuriya is the stronger pick with an average of 139 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, Prabath Jayasuriya or Virat Kohli?

Based on recent data, Prabath Jayasuriya has the edge with a higher average of 139 fantasy points per game. Virat Kohli leads in runs scored (889 runs). Overall Prabath Jayasuriya is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Prabath Jayasuriya vs Virat Kohli: who is a better fantasy captain?

Prabath Jayasuriya is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 139 pts per game with a best score of 241 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, Prabath Jayasuriya 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 Prabath Jayasuriya and Virat Kohli?

Prabath Jayasuriya costs 9.5 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 Prabath Jayasuriya and Virat Kohli won?

Prabath Jayasuriya 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 Prabath Jayasuriya or Virat Kohli in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Prabath Jayasuriya 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 ODI runs, Prabath Jayasuriya or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Prabath Jayasuriya has 10 in 2 matches and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has more Test runs, Prabath Jayasuriya or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Prabath Jayasuriya has 287 in 23 matches and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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