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Sam Billings vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Sam Billings 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.

Sam Billings (Trent Rockets) has 478 T20I runs at avg 17.1 in 37 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
🏏
Sam Billings
🚀 TR · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Sam Billings
🚀 Trent Rockets
🧤 WK
8.5 cr
Credits
28
Avg Pts
66
Best FP
30.0
Pts/Cr
117
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
53 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Sam Billings
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
37Matches125
🏏 Batting
478Runs4188
17.07Batting Avg48.70
129.89Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries38
16Sixes 🔴124
87
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

Sam Billings 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
StatisticSam BillingsVirat Kohli
Matches920
Avg fantasy points2881
Best fantasy score66211
Runs117890
Strike rate137.6150.6
Fours1092
Sixes632
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score31139
Catches410
Total dismissals511
International career — T20I
StatisticSam BillingsVirat Kohli
Matches37125
Runs4784188
Batting average17.0748.70
Strike rate129.9137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)238
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Sam Billings has played 37 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Sam Billings has 478 runs at 17.1 (strike rate 129.9), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Sam Billings 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 2 and 38.

ODI. Sam Billings has played 28 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Sam Billings has 702 runs at 33.4 (strike rate 92.7), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Sam Billings 1, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 5 and 79. Virat Kohli also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16, while Sam Billings has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Sam Billings has played 3 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Sam Billings has 66 runs at 22.0 (strike rate 57.9), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Sam Billings 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 0 and 31.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Sam Billings has scored 478 T20I runs in 37 matches at an average of 17.07, 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 — Sam Billings 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.

Sam Billings 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 — Sam Billings 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 Sam Billings and Virat Kohli?

Sam Billings 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 Sam Billings and Virat Kohli won?

Sam Billings 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 Sam Billings 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 Trent Rockets 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, Sam Billings or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Sam Billings has 478 in 37 matches (average 17.1) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Sam Billings strikes at 129.9 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Sam Billings or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Sam Billings has 702 in 28 matches (average 33.4) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Sam Billings strikes at 92.7 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has more Test runs, Sam Billings or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Sam Billings has 66 in 3 matches (average 22.0) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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