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Sam Curran vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Sam Curran 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 Curran (England) has 744 T20I runs at avg 21.3 in 80 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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Sam Curran
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG · 10.5 cr
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PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Sam Curran
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
AR🌏 OS
10.5 cr
Credits
79
Avg Pts
171
Best FP
134.8
Pts/Cr
463
Total Runs
19
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
⚖️ Too Close to Call
Both players are evenly matched — pick based on ground & match-up!
🏏 Sam Curran
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
80Matches125
🏏 Batting
744Runs4188
21.26Batting Avg48.70
129.84Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
2Half-Centuries38
32Sixes 🔴124
58
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
73Wickets4
26.90Bowling Avg51.00
—Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
5/10
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Sam Curran 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 CurranVirat Kohli
Matches1820
Avg fantasy points7981
Best fantasy score171211
Runs463890
Strike rate110.0150.6
Fours3892
Sixes1332
Half-centuries (50+)26
Centuries (100+)12
Highest score111139
Wickets190
Economy rate7.550.00
Best spell (wkts)40
Catches710
Total dismissals811
International career — T20I
StatisticSam CurranVirat Kohli
Matches80125
Runs7444188
Batting average21.2648.70
Strike rate129.8137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)238
Wickets734
Bowling average26.9051.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Sam Curran has played 80 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Sam Curran has 744 runs at 21.3 (strike rate 129.8), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Sam Curran 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 2 and 38. With the ball, Sam Curran has 73 wickets and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Sam Curran has more wickets.

ODI. Sam Curran has played 44 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Sam Curran has 668 runs at 22.3 (strike rate 90.9), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Sam Curran 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 2 and 79. With the ball, Sam Curran has 43 wickets at an economy of 6.08 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Sam Curran has more wickets.

Test. Sam Curran has played 24 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Sam Curran has 815 runs at 24.7 (strike rate 64.1), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Sam Curran 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 3 and 31. Sam Curran also bowls: 47 wickets at an economy of 3.24, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Sam Curran has scored 744 T20I runs in 80 matches at an average of 21.26, with 2 half-centuries. He has also taken 73 T20I wickets at an average of 26.90.

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 Curran 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 Curran 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 Curran 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 Curran and Virat Kohli?

Sam Curran costs 10.5 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 Curran and Virat Kohli won?

Sam Curran 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 Curran 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 England 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 Curran or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Sam Curran has 744 in 80 matches (average 21.3) 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 Curran strikes at 129.8 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

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

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Sam Curran has 668 in 44 matches (average 22.3) 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 Curran strikes at 90.9 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Sam Curran or Virat Kohli?

Sam Curran has more ODI wickets: Sam Curran has 43 at an average of 39.0 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

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

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Sam Curran has 815 in 24 matches (average 24.7) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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