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Sadeera Samarawickrama vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Sadeera Samarawickrama 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.

Sadeera Samarawickrama (Colombo Kaps) has 310 T20I runs at avg 19.4 in 19 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
🏏
Sadeera Samarawickrama
🦁 CK · 7.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Sadeera Samarawickrama
🦁 Colombo Kaps
🧤 WK
7.5 cr
Credits
34
Avg Pts
74
Best FP
45.5
Pts/Cr
161
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
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
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
47 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Sadeera Samarawickrama
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
19Matches125
🏏 Batting
310Runs4188
19.38Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries38
1Sixes 🔴124
61*
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

Sadeera Samarawickrama 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
StatisticSadeera SamarawickramaVirat Kohli
Matches1020
Avg fantasy points3481
Best fantasy score74211
Runs161890
Strike rate133.1150.6
Fours2092
Sixes532
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score44139
Catches510
Total dismissals711
International career — T20I
StatisticSadeera SamarawickramaVirat Kohli
Matches19125
Runs3104188
Batting average19.3848.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)238
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Sadeera Samarawickrama has played 19 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Sadeera Samarawickrama has 310 runs at 19.4, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Sadeera Samarawickrama 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 2 and 38.

ODI. Sadeera Samarawickrama has played 50 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Sadeera Samarawickrama has 1,261 runs at 31.5 (strike rate 89.4), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Sadeera Samarawickrama 1, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 8 and 79. Virat Kohli also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16, while Sadeera Samarawickrama has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Sadeera Samarawickrama has played 9 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Sadeera Samarawickrama has 308 runs at 23.7, against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Sadeera Samarawickrama 1, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 0 and 31.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Sadeera Samarawickrama has scored 310 T20I runs in 19 matches at an average of 19.38, with 2 half-centuries.

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 — Sadeera Samarawickrama 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.

Sadeera Samarawickrama 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 — Sadeera Samarawickrama 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 Sadeera Samarawickrama and Virat Kohli?

Sadeera Samarawickrama costs 7.5 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 Sadeera Samarawickrama and Virat Kohli won?

Sadeera Samarawickrama 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 Sadeera Samarawickrama 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 Colombo Kaps 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, Sadeera Samarawickrama or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Sadeera Samarawickrama has 310 in 19 matches (average 19.4) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Sadeera Samarawickrama or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Sadeera Samarawickrama has 1,261 in 50 matches (average 31.5) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Sadeera Samarawickrama strikes at 89.4 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has more Test runs, Sadeera Samarawickrama or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Sadeera Samarawickrama has 308 in 9 matches (average 23.7) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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