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Sanju Samson vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Sanju Samson 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.

Sanju Samson (India) has 1,558 T20I runs at avg 27.3 in 70 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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Sanju Samson
🇮🇳 IND · 9 cr
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PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Sanju Samson
🇮🇳 India
🧤 WK🏅 2× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
64
Avg Pts
222
Best FP
123.0
Pts/Cr
581
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
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
17 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Sanju Samson
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🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
70Matches125
🏏 Batting
1558Runs4188
27.33Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
3Centuries1
8Half-Centuries38
86Sixes 🔴124
111
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

Sanju Samson 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
StatisticSanju SamsonVirat Kohli
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points6481
Best fantasy score222211
Runs581890
Strike rate165.1150.6
Fours6092
Sixes3332
Half-centuries (50+)46
Centuries (100+)12
Highest score101139
Catches910
Total dismissals1511
International career — T20I
StatisticSanju SamsonVirat Kohli
Matches70125
Runs15584188
Batting average27.3348.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)31
Half-centuries (50+)838
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Sanju Samson has played 70 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Sanju Samson has 1,558 runs at 27.3, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Sanju Samson 3, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 8 and 38.

ODI. Sanju Samson has played 16 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Sanju Samson has 510 runs at 56.7 (strike rate 99.6), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Sanju Samson 1, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 3 and 79. Virat Kohli also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16, while Sanju Samson has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Sanju Samson
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
🏏 Virat Kohli
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Virat Kohli
81 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Sanju Samson
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Sanju Samson has scored 1,558 T20I runs in 70 matches at an average of 27.33, with 3 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 — Sanju Samson 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.

Sanju Samson 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 222 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 — Sanju Samson or Virat Kohli?

Sanju Samson has the superior batting strike rate this season (165.1), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Sanju Samson and Virat Kohli?

Sanju Samson costs 9 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 Sanju Samson and Virat Kohli won?

Sanju Samson has won 2 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 Sanju Samson 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 India 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, Sanju Samson or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Sanju Samson has 1,558 in 70 matches (average 27.3) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Sanju Samson or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Sanju Samson has 510 in 16 matches (average 56.7) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Sanju Samson scores faster in ODIs: Sanju Samson strikes at 99.6 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.
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