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Virat Kohli vs Washington Sundar: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Virat Kohli or Washington Sundar?

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. Washington Sundar (India) has 254 T20I runs at avg 16.9 in 58 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
🏏
Washington Sundar
🇮🇳 IND · 8.5 cr
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
81
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
196.5
Pts/Cr
889
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Washington Sundar
🇮🇳 India
AR
8.5 cr
Credits
53
Avg Pts
223
Best FP
160.2
Pts/Cr
387
Total Runs
9
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
28 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Virat Kohli
VS
🏏 Washington Sundar
T20I Career Overview
125Matches58
🏏 Batting
4188Runs254
48.70Batting Avg16.93
137.04Strike Rate—
1Centuries0
38Half-Centuries1
124Sixes 🔴14
122*
Best Score
50
🎳 Bowling
4Wickets51
51.00Bowling Avg22.80
8.05Economy Rate7.08
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/13
Best Figures
3/3
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Virat Kohli vs Washington Sundar · 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 KohliWashington Sundar
Matches2020
Avg fantasy points8153
Best fantasy score211223
Runs889387
Strike rate149.4112.2
Fours9437
Sixes329
Half-centuries (50+)64
Centuries (100+)20
Highest score13952
Wickets09
Economy rate0.005.17
Best spell (wkts)05
Catches118
Total dismissals128
International career · T20I
StatisticVirat KohliWashington Sundar
Matches12558
Runs4188254
Batting average48.7016.93
Strike rate137.0—
Centuries (100+)10
Half-centuries (50+)381
Wickets451
Bowling average51.0022.80
Economy rate8.057.08

📋 Format by format

T20I. Virat Kohli has played 125 T20Is and Washington Sundar 58. Virat Kohli has 4,188 runs at 48.7 (strike rate 137.0), against 254 at 16.9 for Washington Sundar, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Virat Kohli 1, Washington Sundar 0. Fifties: 38 and 1. With the ball, Virat Kohli has 4 wickets at an economy of 8.05 and Washington Sundar 51 at 7.08; Washington Sundar has more wickets.

ODI. Virat Kohli has played 315 ODIs and Washington Sundar 31. Virat Kohli has 15,080 runs at 59.1 (strike rate 95.5), against 426 at 22.4 (81.9) for Washington Sundar, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Virat Kohli 55, Washington Sundar 0. Fifties: 79 and 2. With the ball, Virat Kohli has 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16 and Washington Sundar 29 at 4.91; Washington Sundar has more wickets.

Test. Virat Kohli has played 123 Tests and Washington Sundar 17. Virat Kohli has 9,230 runs at 46.9 (strike rate 55.6), against 885 at 42.1 (45.9) for Washington Sundar, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Virat Kohli 30, Washington Sundar 1. Fifties: 31 and 5. Washington Sundar also bowls: 36 wickets at an economy of 3.26, while Virat Kohli has not taken a Test wicket.

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
🏏 Washington Sundar
✓ More wickets
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Virat Kohli
81 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Washington Sundar
Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

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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 →

Did you know: Virat Kohli

  • Born 5 November 1988. Former captain of India in all formats.
  • Most centuries in ODIs and the second-most in international cricket, with 86: 55 in ODIs, 30 in Tests and 1 in T20Is.
  • Test highest score of 254 not out.
  • ODI highest score of 183.
Full Virat Kohli profile →

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Virat Kohli vs Washington Sundar · 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.

T20I career: Washington Sundar has scored 254 T20I runs in 58 matches at an average of 16.93, with 1 half-century. He has also taken 51 T20I wickets at an average of 22.80 with an economy of 7.08.

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 Washington Sundar?

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 (889 runs). Overall Virat Kohli is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Virat Kohli vs Washington Sundar: who is a better fantasy captain?

Virat Kohli is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 81 pts per game with a best score of 223 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 Washington Sundar?

Virat Kohli has the superior batting strike rate this season (149.4), 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 Washington Sundar?

Virat Kohli costs 10 Cr and Washington Sundar costs 8.5 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 Washington Sundar won?

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

Should I pick Virat Kohli or Washington Sundar 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 India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Virat Kohli or Washington Sundar?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 matches (average 48.7) and Washington Sundar has 254 in 58 (average 16.9).

Who has more ODI runs, Virat Kohli or Washington Sundar?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 matches (average 59.1) and Washington Sundar has 426 in 31 (average 22.4).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Virat Kohli strikes at 95.5 and Washington Sundar at 81.9.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Virat Kohli or Washington Sundar?

Washington Sundar has more ODI wickets: Virat Kohli has 5 at an average of 136.0 and Washington Sundar has 29 at 29.3.

Who has more Test runs, Virat Kohli or Washington Sundar?

Virat Kohli has more Test runs: Virat Kohli has 9,230 in 123 matches (average 46.9) and Washington Sundar has 885 in 17 (average 42.1).
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