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Shimron Hetmyer vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Shimron Hetmyer 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.

Shimron Hetmyer (Rajasthan Royals) has 1,678 T20I runs at avg 24.7 in 85 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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Shimron Hetmyer
👑 RR · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Shimron Hetmyer
👑 Rajasthan Royals
BAT🌏 OS🏅 1× MOTM
9 cr
Credits
35
Avg Pts
98
Best FP
54.7
Pts/Cr
263
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
⚠️These players are from different series — comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
46 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Shimron Hetmyer
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
85Matches125
🏏 Batting
1678Runs4188
24.68Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
9Half-Centuries38
95Sixes 🔴124
85
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

Shimron Hetmyer 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
StatisticShimron HetmyerVirat Kohli
Matches1520
Avg fantasy points3581
Best fantasy score98211
Runs263890
Strike rate120.6150.6
Fours1792
Sixes1432
Half-centuries (50+)16
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score69139
Catches910
Total dismissals1011
International career — T20I
StatisticShimron HetmyerVirat Kohli
Matches85125
Runs16784188
Batting average24.6848.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)938
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shimron Hetmyer has played 85 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Shimron Hetmyer has 1,678 runs at 24.7, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shimron Hetmyer 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 9 and 38.

ODI. Shimron Hetmyer has played 59 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Shimron Hetmyer has 1,638 runs at 32.8, against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shimron Hetmyer 5, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 5 and 79. Virat Kohli also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16, while Shimron Hetmyer has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Shimron Hetmyer has played 16 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Shimron Hetmyer has 838 runs at 28.9 (strike rate 75.0), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shimron Hetmyer 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 5 and 31.

International numbers up to 21 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Shimron Hetmyer has scored 1,678 T20I runs in 85 matches at an average of 24.68, with 9 half-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 — Shimron Hetmyer 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.

Shimron Hetmyer 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 — Shimron Hetmyer 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 Shimron Hetmyer and Virat Kohli?

Shimron Hetmyer 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 Shimron Hetmyer and Virat Kohli won?

Shimron Hetmyer has won 1 Man of the Match award and Virat Kohli has won 3 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Shimron Hetmyer 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 Rajasthan Royals 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, Shimron Hetmyer or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Shimron Hetmyer has 1,678 in 85 matches (average 24.7) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Shimron Hetmyer or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Shimron Hetmyer has 1,638 in 59 matches (average 32.8) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has more Test runs, Shimron Hetmyer or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Shimron Hetmyer has 838 in 16 matches (average 28.9) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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