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Rishad Hossain vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Rishad Hossain 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.

Rishad Hossain (Bangladesh) has 221 T20I runs at avg 8.5 in 57 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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Rishad Hossain
🇧🇩 BAN · 8.5 cr
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PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Rishad Hossain
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
54
Avg Pts
169
Best FP
38.8
Pts/Cr
35
Total Runs
8
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
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
27 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Rishad Hossain
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
57Matches125
🏏 Batting
221Runs4188
8.50Batting Avg48.70
122.10Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
1Half-Centuries38
16Sixes 🔴124
53
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
70Wickets4
21.99Bowling Avg51.00
8.20Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/26
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Rishad Hossain 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
StatisticRishad HossainVirat Kohli
Matches820
Avg fantasy points5481
Best fantasy score169211
Runs35890
Strike rate72.9150.6
Fours492
Sixes132
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score12139
Wickets80
Economy rate5.830.00
Best spell (wkts)40
Catches310
Total dismissals511
International career — T20I
StatisticRishad HossainVirat Kohli
Matches57125
Runs2214188
Batting average8.5048.70
Strike rate122.1137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)138
Wickets704
Bowling average21.9951.00
Economy rate8.208.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Rishad Hossain has played 57 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Rishad Hossain has 221 runs at 8.5 (strike rate 122.1), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Rishad Hossain 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 1 and 38. With the ball, Rishad Hossain has 70 wickets at an economy of 8.20 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Rishad Hossain has more wickets while Virat Kohli is more economical.

ODI. Rishad Hossain has played 18 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Rishad Hossain has 183 runs at 16.6 (strike rate 129.8), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Rishad Hossain 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 0 and 79. With the ball, Rishad Hossain has 28 wickets at an economy of 5.46 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Rishad Hossain has more wickets.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Rishad Hossain has scored 221 T20I runs in 57 matches at an average of 8.50, with 1 half-century. He has also taken 70 T20I wickets at an average of 21.99 with an economy of 8.20.

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 — Rishad Hossain 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.

Rishad Hossain 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 — Rishad Hossain 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 Rishad Hossain and Virat Kohli?

Rishad Hossain 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 Rishad Hossain and Virat Kohli won?

Rishad Hossain 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 Rishad Hossain 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 Bangladesh 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, Rishad Hossain or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Rishad Hossain has 221 in 57 matches (average 8.5) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Rishad Hossain strikes at 122.1 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Rishad Hossain or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Rishad Hossain has 183 in 18 matches (average 16.6) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Rishad Hossain scores faster in ODIs: Rishad Hossain strikes at 129.8 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Rishad Hossain or Virat Kohli?

Rishad Hossain has more ODI wickets: Rishad Hossain has 28 at an average of 27.5 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.
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