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Rahmat Shah vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rahmat Shah or Virat Kohli?

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

Rahmat Shah (Afghanistan) has 0 T20I 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
🏏
Rahmat Shah
🇦🇫 AFG · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Rahmat Shah
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
AR🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
84
Avg Pts
236
Best FP
89.4
Pts/Cr
495
Total Runs
0
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
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched — pick based on ground & match-up!
🏏 Rahmat Shah
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
1Matches125
🏏 Batting
0Runs4188
—Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
0Sixes 🔴124
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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

Rahmat Shah 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
StatisticRahmat ShahVirat Kohli
Matches920
Avg fantasy points8481
Best fantasy score236211
Runs495890
Strike rate63.4150.6
Fours5092
Sixes732
Half-centuries (50+)26
Centuries (100+)22
Highest score156139
Catches710
Total dismissals711
International career — T20I
StatisticRahmat ShahVirat Kohli
Matches1125
Runs04188
Batting average—48.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Rahmat Shah has played 1 T20I and Virat Kohli 125. Rahmat Shah has 0 runs, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Rahmat Shah 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38.

ODI. Rahmat Shah has played 14 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Rahmat Shah has 407 runs at 29.1 (strike rate 64.0), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Rahmat Shah 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 3 and 79. Virat Kohli also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16, while Rahmat Shah has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Rahmat Shah
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Virat Kohli
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
Both players are closely matched — consider pitch conditions and recent form before choosing captain.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

Rahmat Shah 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, Rahmat Shah is the stronger pick with an average of 84 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 — Rahmat Shah or Virat Kohli?

Based on recent data, Rahmat Shah has the edge with a higher average of 84 fantasy points per game. Virat Kohli leads in runs scored (890 runs). Overall Rahmat Shah is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Rahmat Shah vs Virat Kohli — who is a better fantasy captain?

Rahmat Shah is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 84 pts per game with a best score of 236 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 — Rahmat Shah 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 Rahmat Shah and Virat Kohli?

Rahmat Shah 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 Rahmat Shah and Virat Kohli won?

Rahmat Shah has won 1 Man of the Match award and Virat Kohli has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Rahmat Shah or Virat Kohli in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Rahmat Shah is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if Afghanistan 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, Rahmat Shah or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Rahmat Shah has 0 in 1 matches and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Rahmat Shah or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Rahmat Shah has 407 in 14 matches (average 29.1) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Rahmat Shah strikes at 64.0 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.
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