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Shoma Sugaya-Slater vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Shoma Sugaya-Slater or Virat Kohli?

Shoma Sugaya-Slater has the edge on the headline numbers: Shoma Sugaya-Slater leads on T20I bowling (8 wickets). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Shoma Sugaya-Slater () has 25 T20I runs in 14 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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Shoma Sugaya-Slater
· 8 cr
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PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Shoma Sugaya-Slater
BAT
8 cr
Credits
34
Avg Pts
64
Best FP
8.5
Pts/Cr
5
Total Runs
2
Total Wkts
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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
47 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Shoma Sugaya-Slater
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🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
14Matches125
🏏 Batting
25Runs4188
—Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
0Sixes 🔴124
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Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
8Wickets4
0.00Bowling 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

Shoma Sugaya-Slater 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
StatisticShoma Sugaya-SlaterVirat Kohli
Matches220
Avg fantasy points3481
Best fantasy score64211
Runs5890
Strike rate38.5150.6
Fours092
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score5139
Wickets20
Economy rate6.750.00
Best spell (wkts)20
Catches010
Total dismissals011
International career · T20I
StatisticShoma Sugaya-SlaterVirat Kohli
Matches14125
Runs254188
Batting average—48.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets84
Bowling average0.0051.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shoma Sugaya-Slater has played 14 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Shoma Sugaya-Slater has 25 runs, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shoma Sugaya-Slater 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38. With the ball, Shoma Sugaya-Slater has 8 wickets and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Shoma Sugaya-Slater has more wickets.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Shoma Sugaya-Slater
✓ 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: 🏏 Shoma Sugaya-Slater
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

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Virat Kohli

Most ODI centuries in history and a 2026 IPL champion with Bengaluru

IPL 2026: 675 runs at a strike rate of 165.9 in 16 innings. Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Titans by six wickets in the final at Ahmedabad.

Full Kohli profile →

Did you know: Virat Kohli

  • Born 5 November 1988. Former captain of India in all formats.
  • Most centuries in ODIs and the second-most in international cricket, with 86: 55 in ODIs, 30 in Tests and 1 in T20Is.
  • Test highest score of 254 not out.
  • ODI highest score of 183.
Full Virat Kohli profile →

🧠Quick quiz: Shoma Sugaya-Slater and Virat Kohli

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Shoma Sugaya-Slater vs Virat Kohli · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

T20I career: He has also taken 8 T20I wickets.

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, Shoma Sugaya-Slater 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.

Shoma Sugaya-Slater 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, Shoma Sugaya-Slater 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 Shoma Sugaya-Slater and Virat Kohli?

Shoma Sugaya-Slater 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 Shoma Sugaya-Slater and Virat Kohli won?

Shoma Sugaya-Slater 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 Shoma Sugaya-Slater 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, Shoma Sugaya-Slater or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Shoma Sugaya-Slater has 25 in 14 matches and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).
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