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Shadab Khan vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Shadab Khan 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.

Shadab Khan (Edinburgh Castle Rockers) has 1,009 T20I runs at avg 19.4 in 124 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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Shadab Khan
🏰 ECR · 9 cr
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PLAYER 2
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Shadab Khan
🏰 Edinburgh Castle Rockers
AR
9 cr
Credits
57
Avg Pts
95
Best FP
21.2
Pts/Cr
100
Total Runs
3
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
24 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Shadab Khan
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
124Matches125
🏏 Batting
1009Runs4188
19.40Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
1Half-Centuries38
47Sixes 🔴124
52
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
123Wickets4
24.31Bowling Avg51.00
—Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
4/8
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Shadab Khan 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
StatisticShadab KhanVirat Kohli
Matches420
Avg fantasy points5781
Best fantasy score95211
Runs100890
Strike rate67.6150.6
Fours392
Sixes332
Half-centuries (50+)16
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score71139
Wickets30
Economy rate5.900.00
Best spell (wkts)20
Catches110
Total dismissals111
International career — T20I
StatisticShadab KhanVirat Kohli
Matches124125
Runs10094188
Batting average19.4048.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)138
Wickets1234
Bowling average24.3151.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shadab Khan has played 124 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Shadab Khan has 1,009 runs at 19.4, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shadab Khan 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 1 and 38. With the ball, Shadab Khan has 123 wickets and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Shadab Khan has more wickets.

ODI. Shadab Khan has played 73 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Shadab Khan has 955 runs at 28.1, against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shadab Khan 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 5 and 79. With the ball, Shadab Khan has 87 wickets and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Shadab Khan has more wickets.

Test. Shadab Khan has played 6 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Shadab Khan has 300 runs at 33.3 (strike rate 62.6), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shadab Khan 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 3 and 31. Shadab Khan also bowls: 14 wickets at an economy of 3.23, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Shadab Khan has scored 1,009 T20I runs in 124 matches at an average of 19.40, with 1 half-century. He has also taken 123 T20I wickets at an average of 24.31.

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 — Shadab Khan 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.

Shadab Khan 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 — Shadab Khan 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 Shadab Khan and Virat Kohli?

Shadab Khan 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 Shadab Khan and Virat Kohli won?

Shadab Khan 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 Shadab Khan 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 Edinburgh Castle Rockers 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, Shadab Khan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Shadab Khan has 1,009 in 124 matches (average 19.4) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Shadab Khan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Shadab Khan has 955 in 73 matches (average 28.1) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Shadab Khan or Virat Kohli?

Shadab Khan has more ODI wickets: Shadab Khan has 87 at an average of 35.6 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Shadab Khan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Shadab Khan has 300 in 6 matches (average 33.3) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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