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Shoriful Islam vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Shoriful Islam 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.

Shoriful Islam (Bangladesh) has 91 T20I runs at avg 5.7 in 61 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
🏏
Shoriful Islam
🇧🇩 BAN · 8.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Shoriful Islam
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
BOWL
8.5 cr
Credits
53
Avg Pts
154
Best FP
24.4
Pts/Cr
39
Total Runs
5
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
28 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Shoriful Islam
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
61Matches125
🏏 Batting
91Runs4188
5.69Batting Avg48.70
102.25Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
5Sixes 🔴124
16*
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
67Wickets4
24.22Bowling Avg51.00
—Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/17
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Shoriful Islam 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
StatisticShoriful IslamVirat Kohli
Matches520
Avg fantasy points5381
Best fantasy score154211
Runs39890
Strike rate63.9150.6
Fours592
Sixes032
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score29139
Wickets50
Economy rate4.760.00
Best spell (wkts)40
Catches110
Total dismissals111
International career — T20I
StatisticShoriful IslamVirat Kohli
Matches61125
Runs914188
Batting average5.6948.70
Strike rate102.3137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets674
Bowling average24.2251.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Shoriful Islam has played 61 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Shoriful Islam has 91 runs at 5.7 (strike rate 102.3), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shoriful Islam 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38. With the ball, Shoriful Islam has 67 wickets and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Shoriful Islam has more wickets.

ODI. Shoriful Islam has played 44 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Shoriful Islam has 102 runs at 6.8 (strike rate 91.1), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shoriful Islam 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 0 and 79. With the ball, Shoriful Islam has 69 wickets and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Shoriful Islam has more wickets.

Test. Shoriful Islam has played 13 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Shoriful Islam has 168 runs at 10.5 (strike rate 65.9), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Shoriful Islam 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 0 and 31. Shoriful Islam also bowls: 27 wickets at an economy of 3.10, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 22 August 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Shoriful Islam has scored 91 T20I runs in 61 matches at an average of 5.69. He has also taken 67 T20I wickets at an average of 24.22.

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 — Shoriful Islam 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.

Shoriful Islam 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 — Shoriful Islam 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 Shoriful Islam and Virat Kohli?

Shoriful Islam costs 8.5 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 Shoriful Islam and Virat Kohli won?

Shoriful Islam 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 Shoriful Islam 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, Shoriful Islam or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Shoriful Islam has 91 in 61 matches (average 5.7) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Shoriful Islam or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Shoriful Islam has 102 in 44 matches (average 6.8) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Shoriful Islam or Virat Kohli?

Shoriful Islam has more ODI wickets: Shoriful Islam has 69 at an average of 26.6 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Shoriful Islam or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Shoriful Islam has 168 in 13 matches (average 10.5) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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