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Virat Kohli vs Zeeshan Maqsood: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Virat Kohli or Zeeshan Maqsood?

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. Zeeshan Maqsood () has 1,369 T20I runs at avg 26.3 in 72 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
🏏
Zeeshan Maqsood
· 8 cr
🏏
Virat Kohli
🇮🇳 India
BAT🏅 3× MOTM
10 cr
Credits
85
Avg Pts
211
Best FP
195.3
Pts/Cr
932
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🏏
Zeeshan Maqsood
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Virat Kohli
85 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM
🏏 Virat Kohli
VS
🏏 Zeeshan Maqsood
T20I Career Overview
125Matches72
🏏 Batting
4188Runs1369
48.70Batting Avg26.33
137.04Strike Rate119.15
1Centuries1
38Half-Centuries5
124Sixes 🔴49
122*
Best Score
102
🎳 Bowling
4Wickets51
51.00Bowling Avg22.90
8.05Economy Rate6.48
05-Wkt Hauls0
1/13
Best Figures
4/7
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Virat Kohli vs Zeeshan Maqsood · 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 KohliZeeshan Maqsood
Matches200
Avg fantasy points850
Best fantasy score2110
Runs9320
Strike rate148.90.0
Fours980
Sixes330
Half-centuries (50+)70
Centuries (100+)20
Highest score1390
Catches110
Total dismissals120
International career · T20I
StatisticVirat KohliZeeshan Maqsood
Matches12572
Runs41881369
Batting average48.7026.33
Strike rate137.0119.2
Centuries (100+)11
Half-centuries (50+)385
Wickets451
Bowling average51.0022.90
Economy rate8.056.48

📋 Format by format

T20I. Virat Kohli has played 125 T20Is and Zeeshan Maqsood 72. Virat Kohli has 4,188 runs at 48.7 (strike rate 137.0), against 1,369 at 26.3 (119.2) for Zeeshan Maqsood, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Virat Kohli 1, Zeeshan Maqsood 1. Fifties: 38 and 5. With the ball, Virat Kohli has 4 wickets at an economy of 8.05 and Zeeshan Maqsood 51 at 6.48; Zeeshan Maqsood has more wickets.

ODI. Virat Kohli has played 315 ODIs and Zeeshan Maqsood 48. Virat Kohli has 15,080 runs at 59.1 (strike rate 95.5), against 1,273 at 30.3 (67.3) for Zeeshan Maqsood, so Virat Kohli has scored more. Hundreds: Virat Kohli 55, Zeeshan Maqsood 2. Fifties: 79 and 7. With the ball, Virat Kohli has 5 wickets at an economy of 6.16 and Zeeshan Maqsood 58 at 4.26; Zeeshan Maqsood has more wickets.

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
🏏 Zeeshan Maqsood
Evenly matched
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Virat Kohli
85 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Zeeshan Maqsood
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 →

🧠Quick quiz: Virat Kohli and Zeeshan Maqsood

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  2. 2. In which year did Kohli retire from Test cricket?
📝 T20I Career Comparison

Virat Kohli vs Zeeshan Maqsood · 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: Zeeshan Maqsood has scored 1,369 T20I runs in 72 matches at an average of 26.33, with 1 century. He has also taken 51 T20I wickets at an average of 22.90 with an economy of 6.48.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Virat Kohli is the stronger pick with an average of 85 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 Zeeshan Maqsood?

Based on recent data, Virat Kohli has the edge with a higher average of 85 fantasy points per game. Virat Kohli leads in runs scored (932 runs). Overall Virat Kohli is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Virat Kohli vs Zeeshan Maqsood: who is a better fantasy captain?

Virat Kohli is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 85 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 Zeeshan Maqsood?

Virat Kohli has the superior batting strike rate this season (148.9), 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 Zeeshan Maqsood?

Virat Kohli costs 10 Cr and Zeeshan Maqsood 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 Zeeshan Maqsood won?

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

Should I pick Virat Kohli or Zeeshan Maqsood 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 . Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more T20I runs, Virat Kohli or Zeeshan Maqsood?

Virat Kohli has more T20I runs: Virat Kohli has 4,188 in 125 matches (average 48.7) and Zeeshan Maqsood has 1,369 in 72 (average 26.3).

Who has the better T20I strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in T20Is: Virat Kohli strikes at 137.0 and Zeeshan Maqsood at 119.2.

Who has more ODI runs, Virat Kohli or Zeeshan Maqsood?

Virat Kohli has more ODI runs: Virat Kohli has 15,080 in 315 matches (average 59.1) and Zeeshan Maqsood has 1,273 in 48 (average 30.3).

Who has the better ODI strike rate?

Virat Kohli scores faster in ODIs: Virat Kohli strikes at 95.5 and Zeeshan Maqsood at 67.3.

Who has taken more ODI wickets, Virat Kohli or Zeeshan Maqsood?

Zeeshan Maqsood has more ODI wickets: Virat Kohli has 5 at an average of 136.0 and Zeeshan Maqsood has 58 at 27.2.
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