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Ramnaresh Sarwan vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Ramnaresh Sarwan 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.

Ramnaresh Sarwan (Punjab Kings) has 298 T20I runs at avg 22.9 in 18 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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Ramnaresh Sarwan
🦁 PBKS · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Ramnaresh Sarwan
🦁 Punjab Kings
BAT
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
🏏 Ramnaresh Sarwan
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
18Matches125
🏏 Batting
298Runs4188
22.92Batting Avg48.70
104.20Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries38
6Sixes 🔴124
59
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
2Wickets4
5.00Bowling Avg51.00
5.00Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
2/10
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Ramnaresh Sarwan 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
StatisticRamnaresh SarwanVirat 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
StatisticRamnaresh SarwanVirat Kohli
Matches18125
Runs2984188
Batting average22.9248.70
Strike rate104.2137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)238
Wickets24
Bowling average5.0051.00
Economy rate5.008.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Ramnaresh Sarwan has played 18 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Ramnaresh Sarwan has 298 runs at 22.9 (strike rate 104.2), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Ramnaresh Sarwan 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 2 and 38.

ODI. Ramnaresh Sarwan has played 181 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Ramnaresh Sarwan has 5,804 runs at 42.7 (strike rate 75.7), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Ramnaresh Sarwan 5, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 38 and 79. With the ball, Ramnaresh Sarwan has 16 wickets at an economy of 6.05 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Ramnaresh Sarwan has more wickets.

Test. Ramnaresh Sarwan has played 87 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Ramnaresh Sarwan has 5,842 runs at 40.0 (strike rate 46.8), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Ramnaresh Sarwan 15, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 31 and 31. Ramnaresh Sarwan also bowls: 23 wickets at an economy of 3.45, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Ramnaresh Sarwan has scored 298 T20I runs in 18 matches at an average of 22.92, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 2 T20I wickets at an average of 5.00 with an economy of 5.00.

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 — Ramnaresh Sarwan 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.

Ramnaresh Sarwan 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 — Ramnaresh Sarwan 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 Ramnaresh Sarwan and Virat Kohli?

Ramnaresh Sarwan 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 Ramnaresh Sarwan and Virat Kohli won?

Ramnaresh Sarwan 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 Ramnaresh Sarwan 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 Punjab Kings 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, Ramnaresh Sarwan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Ramnaresh Sarwan has 298 in 18 matches (average 22.9) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Ramnaresh Sarwan strikes at 104.2 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Ramnaresh Sarwan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Ramnaresh Sarwan has 5,804 in 181 matches (average 42.7) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Ramnaresh Sarwan strikes at 75.7 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Ramnaresh Sarwan or Virat Kohli?

Ramnaresh Sarwan has more ODI wickets: Ramnaresh Sarwan has 16 at an average of 36.6 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Ramnaresh Sarwan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Ramnaresh Sarwan has 5,842 in 87 matches (average 40.0) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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