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Shakib Al Hasan vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Shakib Al Hasan 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.

Shakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh) has 2,551 T20I runs at avg 26.3 in 129 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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Shakib Al Hasan
🇧🇩 BAN · 10 cr
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PLAYER 2
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Shakib Al Hasan
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
AR🌏 OS
10 cr
Credits
47
Avg Pts
132
Best FP
70.1
Pts/Cr
220
Total Runs
11
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
34 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Shakib Al Hasan
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🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
129Matches125
🏏 Batting
2551Runs4188
26.30Batting Avg48.70
136.13Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
13Half-Centuries38
49Sixes 🔴124
84
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
149Wickets4
18.42Bowling Avg51.00
6.92Economy Rate8.05
25-Wkt Hauls0
5/20
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Shakib Al Hasan 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
StatisticShakib Al HasanVirat Kohli
Matches1520
Avg fantasy points4781
Best fantasy score132211
Runs220890
Strike rate98.7150.6
Fours2692
Sixes432
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score38139
Wickets110
Economy rate8.090.00
Best spell (wkts)30
Catches010
Total dismissals011
International career — T20I
StatisticShakib Al HasanVirat Kohli
Matches129125
Runs25514188
Batting average26.3048.70
Strike rate136.1137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)1338
Wickets1494
Bowling average18.4251.00
Economy rate6.928.05
Five-wicket hauls20

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shakib Al Hasan has played 129 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Shakib Al Hasan has 2,551 runs at 26.3 (strike rate 136.1), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shakib Al Hasan 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 13 and 38. With the ball, Shakib Al Hasan has 149 wickets at an economy of 6.92 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Shakib Al Hasan has more wickets.

ODI. Shakib Al Hasan has played 247 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Shakib Al Hasan has 7,570 runs at 43.3 (strike rate 95.5), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shakib Al Hasan 9, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 56 and 79. With the ball, Shakib Al Hasan has 317 wickets at an economy of 4.59 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Shakib Al Hasan has more wickets.

Test. Shakib Al Hasan has played 71 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Shakib Al Hasan has 4,609 runs at 37.8 (strike rate 66.1), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shakib Al Hasan 5, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 31 and 31. Shakib Al Hasan also bowls: 246 wickets at an economy of 3.03, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

Shakib Al Hasan vs Virat Kohli — T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: Shakib Al Hasan has scored 2,551 T20I runs in 129 matches at an average of 26.30, with 13 half-centuries. He has also taken 149 T20I wickets at an average of 18.42 with an economy of 6.92.

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 — Shakib Al Hasan 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.

Shakib Al Hasan 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 — Shakib Al Hasan 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 Shakib Al Hasan and Virat Kohli?

Shakib Al Hasan costs 10 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 Shakib Al Hasan and Virat Kohli won?

Shakib Al Hasan 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 Shakib Al Hasan 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 Bangladesh 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, Shakib Al Hasan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Shakib Al Hasan has 2,551 in 129 matches (average 26.3) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Shakib Al Hasan strikes at 136.1 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Shakib Al Hasan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Shakib Al Hasan has 7,570 in 247 matches (average 43.3) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Shakib Al Hasan strikes at 95.5 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Shakib Al Hasan or Virat Kohli?

Shakib Al Hasan has more ODI wickets: Shakib Al Hasan has 317 at an average of 25.7 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Shakib Al Hasan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Shakib Al Hasan has 4,609 in 71 matches (average 37.8) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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