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Smriti Mandhana vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Smriti Mandhana 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.

Smriti Mandhana (India Women) has 4,867 T20I runs at avg 31.0 in 179 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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Smriti Mandhana
🇮🇳 INDW · 10 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Smriti Mandhana
🇮🇳 India Women
BAT🏅 2× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
73
Avg Pts
229
Best FP
105.5
Pts/Cr
843
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
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
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Virat Kohli
8 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Smriti Mandhana
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
179Matches125
🏏 Batting
4867Runs4188
31.00Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
2Centuries1
37Half-Centuries38
87Sixes 🔴124
124
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

Smriti Mandhana 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
StatisticSmriti MandhanaVirat Kohli
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points7381
Best fantasy score229211
Runs843890
Strike rate118.1150.6
Fours10392
Sixes2432
Half-centuries (50+)46
Centuries (100+)22
Highest score153139
Catches1110
Total dismissals1211
International career — T20I
StatisticSmriti MandhanaVirat Kohli
Matches179125
Runs48674188
Batting average31.0048.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)21
Half-centuries (50+)3738
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Smriti Mandhana has played 179 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Smriti Mandhana has 4,867 runs at 31.0, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Smriti Mandhana has scored more. Hundreds: Smriti Mandhana 2, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 37 and 38.

ODI. Smriti Mandhana has played 120 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Smriti Mandhana has 5,411 runs at 47.9, against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Smriti Mandhana 14, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 35 and 79. With the ball, Smriti Mandhana has 1 wickets at an economy of 7.83 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Virat Kohli has more wickets.

Test. Smriti Mandhana has played 9 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Smriti Mandhana has 788 runs at 52.5 (strike rate 64.1), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Smriti Mandhana 2, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 5 and 31.

International numbers up to 30 August 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Smriti Mandhana has scored 4,867 T20I runs in 179 matches at an average of 31.00, with 2 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 — Smriti Mandhana 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.

Smriti Mandhana 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 229 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 — Smriti Mandhana 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 Smriti Mandhana and Virat Kohli?

Smriti Mandhana costs 10 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 Smriti Mandhana and Virat Kohli won?

Smriti Mandhana has won 2 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 Smriti Mandhana 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 India Women 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, Smriti Mandhana or Virat Kohli?

Smriti Mandhana has more T20I runs: Smriti Mandhana has 4,867 in 179 matches (average 31.0) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Smriti Mandhana or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Smriti Mandhana has 5,411 in 120 matches (average 47.9) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has more Test runs, Smriti Mandhana or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Smriti Mandhana has 788 in 9 matches (average 52.5) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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