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Virat Kohli vs VVS Laxman — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Who is better — Virat Kohli or VVS Laxman?

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.

Virat Kohli (India) has 4,188 T20I runs at avg 48.7 in 125 matches. VVS Laxman (Sunrisers Hyderabad) has 2,338 ODI runs at avg 30.8 in 86 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

Full season · batting · bowling · fielding · MOTM · form

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
VVS Laxman
🌅 SRH · 8 cr
🏏
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
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VVS Laxman
🌅 Sunrisers Hyderabad
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
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
🏏 Virat Kohli
VS
🏏 VVS Laxman
T20I Career Overview
125Matches—
🏏 Batting
4188Runs—
48.70Batting Avg—
137.04Strike Rate—
1Centuries—
38Half-Centuries—
124Sixes 🔴—
122*
Best Score
—
🎳 Bowling
4Wickets—
51.00Bowling Avg—
8.05Economy Rate—
05-Wkt Hauls—
1/13
Best Figures
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Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Virat Kohli vs VVS Laxman — 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
StatisticVirat KohliVVS Laxman
Matches200
Avg fantasy points810
Best fantasy score2110
Runs8900
Strike rate150.60.0
Fours920
Sixes320
Half-centuries (50+)60
Centuries (100+)20
Highest score1390
Catches100
Total dismissals110
International career — ODI
StatisticVirat KohliVVS Laxman
Matches31586
Runs150802338
Batting average59.1430.76
Strike rate95.571.2
Centuries (100+)556
Half-centuries (50+)7910
Wickets50
Bowling average136.00—
Economy rate6.165.71

📋 Format by format

ODI. Virat Kohli has played 315 ODIs and VVS Laxman 86. Virat Kohli has 15,080 runs at 59.1 (strike rate 95.5), against 2,338 at 30.8 (71.2) for VVS Laxman, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Virat Kohli 55, VVS Laxman 6. Fifties: 79 and 10. Virat Kohli also bowls: 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16, while VVS Laxman has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Virat Kohli has played 123 Tests and VVS Laxman 134. Virat Kohli has 9,230 runs at 46.9 (strike rate 55.6), against 8,781 at 46.0 (49.4) for VVS Laxman, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Virat Kohli 30, VVS Laxman 17. Fifties: 31 and 56.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
✓ More MOTM awards
🏏 VVS Laxman
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Virat Kohli
81 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 VVS Laxman
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.
📝 T20I Career Comparison

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

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.

VVS Laxman does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

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 — Virat Kohli or VVS Laxman?

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.

Virat Kohli vs VVS Laxman — 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 — Virat Kohli or VVS Laxman?

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 Virat Kohli and VVS Laxman?

Virat Kohli costs 10 Cr and VVS Laxman costs 8 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 Virat Kohli and VVS Laxman won?

Virat Kohli has won 3 Man of the Match awards and VVS Laxman has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Virat Kohli or VVS Laxman 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 India are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for Sunrisers Hyderabad. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more ODI runs, Virat Kohli or VVS Laxman?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 matches (average 59.1) and VVS Laxman has 2,338 in 86 (average 30.8).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Virat Kohli strikes at 95.5 and VVS Laxman at 71.2.

Who has more Test runs, Virat Kohli or VVS Laxman?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 matches (average 46.9) and VVS Laxman has 8,781 in 134 (average 46.0).
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