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Tilak Varma vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Tilak Varma 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.

Tilak Varma (India) has 1,619 T20I runs at avg 45.0 in 57 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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Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 IND · 8 cr
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PLAYER 2
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Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Tilak Varma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
8 cr
Credits
47
Avg Pts
141
Best FP
167.3
Pts/Cr
413
Total Runs
1
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
34 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Tilak Varma
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🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
57Matches125
🏏 Batting
1619Runs4188
44.97Batting Avg48.70
145.72Strike Rate137.04
2Centuries1
9Half-Centuries38
82Sixes 🔴124
120*
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
5Wickets4
12.80Bowling Avg51.00
6.10Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/1
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Tilak Varma 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
StatisticTilak VarmaVirat Kohli
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points4781
Best fantasy score141211
Runs413890
Strike rate151.8150.6
Fours3192
Sixes1832
Half-centuries (50+)46
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score60139
Wickets10
Economy rate9.000.00
Best spell (wkts)10
Catches1510
Total dismissals1811
International career — T20I
StatisticTilak VarmaVirat Kohli
Matches57125
Runs16194188
Batting average44.9748.70
Strike rate145.7137.0
Centuries (100+)21
Half-centuries (50+)938
Wickets54
Bowling average12.8051.00
Economy rate6.108.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Tilak Varma has played 57 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Tilak Varma has 1,619 runs at 45.0 (strike rate 145.7), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Tilak Varma 2, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 9 and 38. With the ball, Tilak Varma has 5 wickets at an economy of 6.10 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Tilak Varma has more wickets.

ODI. Tilak Varma has played 5 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Tilak Varma has 68 runs at 22.7 (strike rate 57.1), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Tilak Varma 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 1 and 79. Virat Kohli also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16, while Tilak Varma has not taken a ODI wicket.

International numbers up to 26 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Tilak Varma
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More wickets
🏏 Virat Kohli
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Virat Kohli
81 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Tilak Varma
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Tilak Varma has scored 1,619 T20I runs in 57 matches at an average of 44.97, with 2 centuries. He has also taken 5 T20I wickets at an average of 12.80 with an economy of 6.10.

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 — Tilak Varma 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.

Tilak Varma 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 — Tilak Varma or Virat Kohli?

Tilak Varma has the superior batting strike rate this season (151.8), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Tilak Varma and Virat Kohli?

Tilak Varma 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 Tilak Varma and Virat Kohli won?

Tilak Varma 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 Tilak Varma 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 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, Tilak Varma or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Tilak Varma has 1,619 in 57 matches (average 45.0) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Tilak Varma scores faster in T20Is: Tilak Varma strikes at 145.7 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Tilak Varma or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Tilak Varma has 68 in 5 matches (average 22.7) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).
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