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Tushar Deshpande vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Tushar Deshpande or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has the edge on the headline numbers: Virat Kohli leads on T20I bowling (4 wickets, avg 51.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Tushar Deshpande (Rajasthan Royals) has 0 T20I 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
🏏
Tushar Deshpande
👑 RR · 7.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Tushar Deshpande
👑 Rajasthan Royals
BOWL
7.5 cr
Credits
22
Avg Pts
78
Best FP
14.7
Pts/Cr
26
Total Runs
3
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
59 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Tushar Deshpande
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
2Matches125
🏏 Batting
0Runs4188
—Batting Avg48.70
—Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
0Sixes 🔴124
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Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
2Wickets4
27.50Bowling Avg51.00
9.17Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/25
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Tushar Deshpande 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
StatisticTushar DeshpandeVirat Kohli
Matches720
Avg fantasy points2281
Best fantasy score78211
Runs26890
Strike rate185.7150.6
Fours092
Sixes332
Half-centuries (50+)06
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score25139
Wickets30
Economy rate10.910.00
Best spell (wkts)10
Catches210
Total dismissals311
International career — T20I
StatisticTushar DeshpandeVirat Kohli
Matches2125
Runs04188
Batting average—48.70
Strike rate—137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets24
Bowling average27.5051.00
Economy rate9.178.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Tushar Deshpande has played 2 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Tushar Deshpande has 0 runs, against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Tushar Deshpande 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: He has also taken 2 T20I wickets at an average of 27.50 with an economy of 9.17.

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 — Tushar Deshpande 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.

Tushar Deshpande 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 — Tushar Deshpande or Virat Kohli?

Tushar Deshpande has the superior batting strike rate this season (185.7), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Tushar Deshpande and Virat Kohli?

Tushar Deshpande 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 Tushar Deshpande and Virat Kohli won?

Tushar Deshpande 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 Tushar Deshpande 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 Rajasthan Royals 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, Tushar Deshpande or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Tushar Deshpande has 0 in 2 matches and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).
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