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Tharindu Ratnayake vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Tharindu Ratnayake or Virat Kohli?

Tharindu Ratnayake has the edge on the headline numbers: Tharindu Ratnayake leads on TEST bowling (9 wickets). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Tharindu Ratnayake (Galle Gallants) has 10 TEST runs in 2 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
🏏
Tharindu Ratnayake
🐘 GG · 7.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Tharindu Ratnayake
🐘 Galle Gallants
AR
7.5 cr
Credits
56
Avg Pts
193
Best FP
90.1
Pts/Cr
85
Total Runs
13
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
25 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Tharindu Ratnayake
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
—Matches125
🏏 Batting
—Runs4188
—Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
—Centuries1
—Half-Centuries38
—Sixes 🔴124
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Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
—Wickets4
—Bowling Avg51.00
—Economy Rate8.05
—5-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Tharindu Ratnayake 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
StatisticTharindu RatnayakeVirat Kohli
Matches1220
Avg fantasy points5681
Best fantasy score193211
Runs85890
Strike rate123.2150.6
Fours992
Sixes532
Half-centuries (50+)16
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score65139
Wickets130
Economy rate8.630.00
Best spell (wkts)30
Catches810
Total dismissals811
International career — Test
StatisticTharindu RatnayakeVirat Kohli
Matches2123
Runs109230
Batting average—46.85
Strike rate—55.6
Centuries (100+)030
Half-centuries (50+)031
Wickets90
Economy rate—2.88

📋 Format by format

Test. Tharindu Ratnayake has played 2 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Tharindu Ratnayake has 10 runs, against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Tharindu Ratnayake 0, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 0 and 31. Tharindu Ratnayake also bowls: 9 wickets, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

Tharindu Ratnayake does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

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 — Tharindu Ratnayake 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.

Tharindu Ratnayake 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 — Tharindu Ratnayake 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 Tharindu Ratnayake and Virat Kohli?

Tharindu Ratnayake costs 7.5 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 Tharindu Ratnayake and Virat Kohli won?

Tharindu Ratnayake 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 Tharindu Ratnayake 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 Galle Gallants 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 Test runs, Tharindu Ratnayake or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Tharindu Ratnayake has 10 in 2 matches and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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