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Suresh Raina vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Suresh Raina 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.

Suresh Raina (Chennai Super Kings) has 1,605 T20I runs at avg 29.2 in 78 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
🏏
Suresh Raina
🦁 CSK · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Suresh Raina
🦁 Chennai Super Kings
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
🏏 Suresh Raina
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
78Matches125
🏏 Batting
1605Runs4188
29.18Batting Avg48.70
134.87Strike Rate137.04
1Centuries1
5Half-Centuries38
58Sixes 🔴124
101
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
13Wickets4
34.00Bowling Avg51.00
7.60Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
2/6
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Suresh Raina 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
StatisticSuresh RainaVirat 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
StatisticSuresh RainaVirat Kohli
Matches78125
Runs16054188
Batting average29.1848.70
Strike rate134.9137.0
Centuries (100+)11
Half-centuries (50+)538
Wickets134
Bowling average34.0051.00
Economy rate7.608.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Suresh Raina has played 78 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Suresh Raina has 1,605 runs at 29.2 (strike rate 134.9), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Suresh Raina 1, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 5 and 38. With the ball, Suresh Raina has 13 wickets at an economy of 7.60 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Suresh Raina has more wickets.

ODI. Suresh Raina has played 226 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Suresh Raina has 5,615 runs at 35.3 (strike rate 93.5), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Suresh Raina 5, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 36 and 79. With the ball, Suresh Raina has 36 wickets at an economy of 5.11 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Suresh Raina has more wickets.

Test. Suresh Raina has played 18 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Suresh Raina has 768 runs at 26.5 (strike rate 53.1), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Suresh Raina 1, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 7 and 31. Suresh Raina also bowls: 13 wickets at an economy of 3.48, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Suresh Raina has scored 1,605 T20I runs in 78 matches at an average of 29.18, with 1 century. He has also taken 13 T20I wickets at an average of 34.00 with an economy of 7.60.

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 — Suresh Raina 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.

Suresh Raina 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 — Suresh Raina 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 Suresh Raina and Virat Kohli?

Suresh Raina 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 Suresh Raina and Virat Kohli won?

Suresh Raina 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 Suresh Raina 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 Chennai Super Kings 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, Suresh Raina or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Suresh Raina has 1,605 in 78 matches (average 29.2) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Suresh Raina strikes at 134.9 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Suresh Raina or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Suresh Raina has 5,615 in 226 matches (average 35.3) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Suresh Raina strikes at 93.5 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Suresh Raina or Virat Kohli?

Suresh Raina has more ODI wickets: Suresh Raina has 36 at an average of 50.3 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Suresh Raina or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Suresh Raina has 768 in 18 matches (average 26.5) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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