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Shamar Springer vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Shamar Springer 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.

Shamar Springer () has 56 T20I runs at avg 18.7 in 6 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
🏏
Shamar Springer
· 6.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Shamar Springer
AR
6.5 cr
Credits
50
Avg Pts
159
Best FP
46.0
Pts/Cr
45
Total Runs
8
Total Wkts
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
81
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
181.5
Pts/Cr
890
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
31 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Shamar Springer
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
6Matches125
🏏 Batting
56Runs4188
18.67Batting Avg48.70
133.33Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
3Sixes 🔴124
39
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
5Wickets4
26.60Bowling Avg51.00
9.50Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/8
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Shamar Springer 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
StatisticShamar SpringerVirat Kohli
Matches620
Avg fantasy points5081
Best fantasy score159211
Runs45890
Strike rate187.5150.6
Fours292
Sixes532
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score35139
Wickets80
Economy rate11.930.00
Best spell (wkts)20
Catches310
Total dismissals411
International career — T20I
StatisticShamar SpringerVirat Kohli
Matches6125
Runs564188
Batting average18.6748.70
Strike rate133.3137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets54
Bowling average26.6051.00
Economy rate9.508.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shamar Springer has played 6 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Shamar Springer has 56 runs at 18.7 (strike rate 133.3), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shamar Springer 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38. With the ball, Shamar Springer has 5 wickets at an economy of 9.50 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Shamar Springer has more wickets while Virat Kohli is more economical.

ODI. Shamar Springer has played 3 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Shamar Springer has 18 runs at 9.0 (strike rate 69.2), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shamar Springer 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 0 and 79. With the ball, Shamar Springer has 2 wickets at an economy of 7.00 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Virat Kohli has more wickets.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Shamar Springer has scored 56 T20I runs in 6 matches at an average of 18.67. He has also taken 5 T20I wickets at an average of 26.60 with an economy of 9.50.

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 — Shamar Springer 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.

Shamar Springer 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 — Shamar Springer or Virat Kohli?

Shamar Springer has the superior batting strike rate this season (187.5), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Shamar Springer and Virat Kohli?

Shamar Springer costs 6.5 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 Shamar Springer and Virat Kohli won?

Shamar Springer 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 Shamar Springer 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 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, Shamar Springer or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Shamar Springer has 56 in 6 matches (average 18.7) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Shamar Springer or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Shamar Springer has 18 in 3 matches (average 9.0) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).
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