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Tillakaratne Dilshan vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Tillakaratne Dilshan 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.

Tillakaratne Dilshan (Delhi Capitals) has 1,889 T20I runs at avg 28.2 in 80 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
🏏
Tillakaratne Dilshan
💙 DC · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Tillakaratne Dilshan
💙 Delhi Capitals
AR
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
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
⚠️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
🏏 Tillakaratne Dilshan
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
80Matches125
🏏 Batting
1889Runs4188
28.19Batting Avg48.70
120.47Strike Rate137.04
1Centuries1
13Half-Centuries38
33Sixes 🔴124
104*
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
9Wickets4
34.78Bowling Avg51.00
7.28Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/16
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Tillakaratne Dilshan 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
StatisticTillakaratne DilshanVirat 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
StatisticTillakaratne DilshanVirat Kohli
Matches80125
Runs18894188
Batting average28.1948.70
Strike rate120.5137.0
Centuries (100+)11
Half-centuries (50+)1338
Wickets94
Bowling average34.7851.00
Economy rate7.288.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Tillakaratne Dilshan has played 80 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Tillakaratne Dilshan has 1,889 runs at 28.2 (strike rate 120.5), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Tillakaratne Dilshan 1, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 13 and 38. With the ball, Tillakaratne Dilshan has 9 wickets at an economy of 7.28 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Tillakaratne Dilshan has more wickets.

ODI. Tillakaratne Dilshan has played 330 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Tillakaratne Dilshan has 10,290 runs at 39.3 (strike rate 86.2), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Tillakaratne Dilshan 22, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 47 and 79. With the ball, Tillakaratne Dilshan has 106 wickets at an economy of 4.88 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Tillakaratne Dilshan has more wickets.

Test. Tillakaratne Dilshan has played 87 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Tillakaratne Dilshan has 5,492 runs at 41.0 (strike rate 65.5), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Tillakaratne Dilshan 16, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 23 and 31. Tillakaratne Dilshan also bowls: 39 wickets at an economy of 3.03, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Tillakaratne Dilshan has scored 1,889 T20I runs in 80 matches at an average of 28.19, with 1 century. He has also taken 9 T20I wickets at an average of 34.78 with an economy of 7.28.

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 — Tillakaratne Dilshan 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.

Tillakaratne Dilshan 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 — Tillakaratne Dilshan 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 Tillakaratne Dilshan and Virat Kohli?

Tillakaratne Dilshan 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 Tillakaratne Dilshan and Virat Kohli won?

Tillakaratne Dilshan 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 Tillakaratne Dilshan 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 Delhi Capitals 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, Tillakaratne Dilshan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Tillakaratne Dilshan has 1,889 in 80 matches (average 28.2) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Tillakaratne Dilshan strikes at 120.5 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Tillakaratne Dilshan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Tillakaratne Dilshan has 10,290 in 330 matches (average 39.3) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Tillakaratne Dilshan strikes at 86.2 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Tillakaratne Dilshan or Virat Kohli?

Tillakaratne Dilshan has more ODI wickets: Tillakaratne Dilshan has 106 at an average of 45.1 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.

Who has more Test runs, Tillakaratne Dilshan or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Tillakaratne Dilshan has 5,492 in 87 matches (average 41.0) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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