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Shivnarine Chanderpaul vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Shivnarine Chanderpaul 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.

Shivnarine Chanderpaul (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) has 343 T20I runs at avg 20.2 in 22 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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Shivnarine Chanderpaul
🔴 RCB · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Shivnarine Chanderpaul
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
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
81 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Shivnarine Chanderpaul
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
22Matches125
🏏 Batting
343Runs4188
20.18Batting Avg48.70
98.85Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
5Sixes 🔴124
41
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

Shivnarine Chanderpaul 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
StatisticShivnarine ChanderpaulVirat Kohli
Matches020
Avg fantasy points081
Best fantasy score0211
Runs0890
Strike rate0.0150.6
Fours092
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score0139
Catches010
Total dismissals011
International career — T20I
StatisticShivnarine ChanderpaulVirat Kohli
Matches22125
Runs3434188
Batting average20.1848.70
Strike rate98.8137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shivnarine Chanderpaul has played 22 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Shivnarine Chanderpaul has 343 runs at 20.2 (strike rate 98.8), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shivnarine Chanderpaul 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38.

ODI. Shivnarine Chanderpaul has played 268 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Shivnarine Chanderpaul has 8,778 runs at 41.6 (strike rate 70.7), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shivnarine Chanderpaul 11, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 59 and 79. With the ball, Shivnarine Chanderpaul has 14 wickets at an economy of 5.16 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Shivnarine Chanderpaul has more wickets.

Test. Shivnarine Chanderpaul has played 164 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Shivnarine Chanderpaul has 11,867 runs at 51.4 (strike rate 43.3), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Shivnarine Chanderpaul has scored more. Hundreds: Shivnarine Chanderpaul 30, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 66 and 31. Shivnarine Chanderpaul also bowls: 9 wickets at an economy of 3.04, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Shivnarine Chanderpaul has scored 343 T20I runs in 22 matches at an average of 20.18.

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 — Shivnarine Chanderpaul 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.

Shivnarine Chanderpaul 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 — Shivnarine Chanderpaul 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 Shivnarine Chanderpaul and Virat Kohli?

Shivnarine Chanderpaul costs 8 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 Shivnarine Chanderpaul and Virat Kohli won?

Shivnarine Chanderpaul 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 Shivnarine Chanderpaul 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 Royal Challengers Bengaluru 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, Shivnarine Chanderpaul or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Shivnarine Chanderpaul has 343 in 22 matches (average 20.2) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Shivnarine Chanderpaul strikes at 98.8 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Shivnarine Chanderpaul or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Shivnarine Chanderpaul has 8,778 in 268 matches (average 41.6) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Shivnarine Chanderpaul strikes at 70.7 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Shivnarine Chanderpaul or Virat Kohli?

Shivnarine Chanderpaul has more ODI wickets: Shivnarine Chanderpaul has 14 at an average of 45.4 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Shivnarine Chanderpaul or Virat Kohli?

Shivnarine Chanderpaul has more Test runs: Shivnarine Chanderpaul has 11,867 in 164 matches (average 51.4) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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