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Shafali Verma vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Shafali Verma 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.

Shafali Verma (India Women) has 3,174 T20I runs at avg 28.9 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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Shafali Verma
🇮🇳 INDW · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Shafali Verma
🇮🇳 India Women
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
8.5 cr
Credits
88
Avg Pts
204
Best FP
81.6
Pts/Cr
483
Total Runs
7
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
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Shafali Verma
7 higher avg pts · 204 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Shafali Verma
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
124Matches125
🏏 Batting
3174Runs4188
28.85Batting Avg48.70
137.82Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
20Half-Centuries38
101Sixes 🔴124
88
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
16Wickets4
22.69Bowling Avg51.00
6.56Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/15
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Shafali Verma 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
StatisticShafali VermaVirat Kohli
Matches1420
Avg fantasy points8881
Best fantasy score204211
Runs483890
Strike rate142.9150.6
Fours6792
Sixes1632
Half-centuries (50+)56
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score68139
Wickets70
Economy rate5.850.00
Best spell (wkts)30
Catches910
Total dismissals911
International career — T20I
StatisticShafali VermaVirat Kohli
Matches124125
Runs31744188
Batting average28.8548.70
Strike rate137.8137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)2038
Wickets164
Bowling average22.6951.00
Economy rate6.568.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shafali Verma has played 124 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Shafali Verma has 3,174 runs at 28.9 (strike rate 137.8), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shafali Verma 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 20 and 38. With the ball, Shafali Verma has 16 wickets at an economy of 6.56 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Shafali Verma has more wickets.

ODI. Shafali Verma has played 62 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Shafali Verma has 880 runs at 20.0 (strike rate 80.8), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shafali Verma 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 5 and 79. With the ball, Shafali Verma has 3 wickets at an economy of 5.27 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Virat Kohli has more wickets while Shafali Verma is more economical.

Test. Shafali Verma has played 7 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Shafali Verma has 640 runs at 49.2 (strike rate 73.1), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shafali Verma 1, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 3 and 31.

International numbers up to 30 August 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Shafali Verma
✓ More wickets
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
🏏 Virat Kohli
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Shafali Verma
88 avg pts · 204 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Virat Kohli
Captaining Shafali Verma gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Shafali Verma has scored 3,174 T20I runs in 124 matches at an average of 28.85, with 20 half-centuries. She has also taken 16 T20I wickets at an average of 22.69 with an economy of 6.56.

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, Shafali Verma is the stronger pick with an average of 88 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 — Shafali Verma or Virat Kohli?

Based on recent data, Shafali Verma has the edge with a higher average of 88 fantasy points per game. Virat Kohli leads in runs scored (890 runs). Overall Shafali Verma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Shafali Verma vs Virat Kohli — who is a better fantasy captain?

Shafali Verma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 88 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 — Shafali Verma 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 Shafali Verma and Virat Kohli?

Shafali Verma 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 Shafali Verma and Virat Kohli won?

Shafali Verma has won 3 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 Shafali Verma or Virat Kohli in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Shafali Verma is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions — if India Women 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, Shafali Verma or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Shafali Verma has 3,174 in 124 matches (average 28.9) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Shafali Verma scores faster in T20Is: Shafali Verma strikes at 137.8 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Shafali Verma or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Shafali Verma has 880 in 62 matches (average 20.0) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Shafali Verma strikes at 80.8 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has more Test runs, Shafali Verma or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Shafali Verma has 640 in 7 matches (average 49.2) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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