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Usman Khawaja vs Virat Kohli: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better — Usman Khawaja 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.

Usman Khawaja () has 241 T20I runs at avg 26.8 in 9 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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Usman Khawaja
· 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
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Usman Khawaja
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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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
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
81 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Usman Khawaja
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🏏 Virat Kohli
T20I Career Overview
9Matches125
🏏 Batting
241Runs4188
26.78Batting Avg48.70
132.42Strike Rate137.04
0Centuries1
1Half-Centuries38
5Sixes 🔴124
58
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

Usman Khawaja 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
StatisticUsman KhawajaVirat 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
StatisticUsman KhawajaVirat Kohli
Matches9125
Runs2414188
Batting average26.7848.70
Strike rate132.4137.0
Centuries (100+)01
Half-centuries (50+)138
Wickets04
Bowling average—51.00
Economy rate—8.05

📋 Format by format

T20I. Usman Khawaja has played 9 T20Is and Virat Kohli 125. Usman Khawaja has 241 runs at 26.8 (strike rate 132.4), against 4,188 at 48.7 (137.0) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Usman Khawaja 0, Virat Kohli 1. Fifties: 1 and 38.

ODI. Usman Khawaja has played 40 ODIs and Virat Kohli 315. Usman Khawaja has 1,554 runs at 42.0 (strike rate 84.1), against 15,080 at 59.1 (95.5) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Usman Khawaja 2, Virat Kohli 55. Fifties: 12 and 79. Virat Kohli also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16, while Usman Khawaja has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Usman Khawaja has played 88 Tests and Virat Kohli 123. Usman Khawaja has 6,229 runs at 43.0, against 9,230 at 46.9 (55.6) for Virat Kohli, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Usman Khawaja 16, Virat Kohli 30. Fifties: 28 and 31.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Usman Khawaja
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: 🏏 Usman Khawaja
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

What is happening now

Virat Kohli

Most ODI centuries in history and a 2026 IPL champion with Bengaluru

IPL 2026: 675 runs at a strike rate of 165.9 in 16 innings. Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Titans by six wickets in the final at Ahmedabad.

Full Kohli profile →
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

T20I career: Usman Khawaja has scored 241 T20I runs in 9 matches at an average of 26.78, with 1 half-century.

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 — Usman Khawaja 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.

Usman Khawaja 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 — Usman Khawaja 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 Usman Khawaja and Virat Kohli?

Usman Khawaja 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 Usman Khawaja and Virat Kohli won?

Usman Khawaja 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 Usman Khawaja 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 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, Usman Khawaja or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Usman Khawaja has 241 in 9 matches (average 26.8) and Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 (average 48.7).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Usman Khawaja strikes at 132.4 and Virat Kohli at 137.0.

Who has more ODI runs, Usman Khawaja or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Usman Khawaja has 1,554 in 40 matches (average 42.0) and Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 (average 59.1).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Usman Khawaja strikes at 84.1 and Virat Kohli at 95.5.

Who has more Test runs, Usman Khawaja or Virat Kohli?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Usman Khawaja has 6,229 in 88 matches (average 43.0) and Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 (average 46.9).
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