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Umran Malik vs Virat Kohli — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Umran Malik 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.

Umran Malik (Kolkata Knight Riders) has 5 T20I runs in 8 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
🏏
Umran Malik
💜 KKR · 7.5 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
🏏
Umran Malik
💜 Kolkata Knight Riders
BOWL
7.5 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
🏏 Umran Malik
VS
🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
8Matches125
🏏 Batting
5Runs4188
—Batting Avg48.70
250.00Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
0Half-Centuries38
0Sixes 🔴124
4*
Best Score
122*
🎳 Bowling
11Wickets4
22.09Bowling Avg51.00
10.49Economy Rate8.05
05-Wkt Hauls0
3/48
Best Figures
1/13
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Umran Malik 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
StatisticUmran MalikVirat 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
StatisticUmran MalikVirat Kohli
Matches8125
Runs54188
Batting average—48.70
Strike rate250.0137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)038
Wickets114
Bowling average22.0951.00
Economy rate10.498.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Umran Malik has played 8 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Umran Malik has 5 runs (strike rate 250.0), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Umran Malik 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 0 and 38. With the ball, Umran Malik has 11 wickets at an economy of 10.49 and Virat Kohli 4 at 8.05; Umran Malik has more wickets while Virat Kohli is more economical.

ODI. Umran Malik has played 10 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Umran Malik has 2 runs at 2.0 (strike rate 18.2), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Umran Malik 0, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 0 and 79. With the ball, Umran Malik has 13 wickets at an economy of 6.54 and Virat Kohli 5 at 6.16; Umran Malik has more wickets while Virat Kohli is more economical.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

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

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

T20I career: Umran Malik has scored 5 T20I runs in 8 matches. He has also taken 11 T20I wickets at an average of 22.09 with an economy of 10.49.

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 — Umran Malik 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.

Umran Malik 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 — Umran Malik 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 Umran Malik and Virat Kohli?

Umran Malik 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 Umran Malik and Virat Kohli won?

Umran Malik 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 Umran Malik 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 Kolkata Knight Riders 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, Umran Malik or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Umran Malik has 5 in 8 matches and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has more ODI runs, Umran Malik or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Umran Malik has 2 in 10 matches (average 2.0) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Umran Malik or Virat Kohli?

Umran Malik has more ODI wickets: Umran Malik has 13 at an average of 30.7 and Virat Kohli has 5 at 136.0.
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