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Tom Latham vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Tom Latham 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.

Tom Latham (New Zealand) has 597 T20I runs at avg 27.1 in 29 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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Tom Latham
🇳🇿 NZ · 9 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Tom Latham
🇳🇿 New Zealand
BAT🌏 OS
9 cr
Credits
67
Avg Pts
225
Best FP
59.2
Pts/Cr
356
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
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
📈 Slight Edge
🏏 Virat Kohli
14 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Tom Latham
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
29Matches125
🏏 Batting
597Runs4188
27.14Batting Avg48.70
109.54Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
4Half-Centuries38
11Sixes 🔴124
65*
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

Tom Latham 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
StatisticTom LathamVirat Kohli
Matches820
Avg fantasy points6781
Best fantasy score225211
Runs356890
Strike rate64.4150.6
Fours2892
Sixes132
Half-centuries (50+)16
Centuries (100+)12
Highest score155139
Catches610
Total dismissals711
International career — T20I
StatisticTom LathamVirat Kohli
Matches29125
Runs5974188
Batting average27.1448.70
Strike rate109.5137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)438
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Tom Latham has played 29 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Tom Latham has 597 runs at 27.1 (strike rate 109.5), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Tom Latham 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 4 and 38.

ODI. Tom Latham has played 171 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Tom Latham has 4,664 runs at 34.0 (strike rate 85.9), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Tom Latham 8, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 27 and 79. Virat Kohli also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16, while Tom Latham has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Tom Latham has played 95 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Tom Latham has 6,450 runs at 39.1 (strike rate 48.2), against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Tom Latham 17, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 31 and 31.

International numbers up to 21 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Tom Latham has scored 597 T20I runs in 29 matches at an average of 27.14, with 4 half-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 — Tom Latham 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.

Tom Latham 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 225 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 — Tom Latham 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 Tom Latham and Virat Kohli?

Tom Latham costs 9 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 Tom Latham and Virat Kohli won?

Tom Latham 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 Tom Latham 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 New Zealand 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, Tom Latham or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Tom Latham has 597 in 29 matches (average 27.1) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Tom Latham strikes at 109.5 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Tom Latham or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Tom Latham has 4,664 in 171 matches (average 34.0) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Tom Latham strikes at 85.9 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has more Test runs, Tom Latham or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Tom Latham has 6,450 in 95 matches (average 39.1) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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