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Virat Kohli vs Zia-ur-Rehman — International Fantasy Cricket Stats Comparison

Q: Who has better IPL 2026 stats — Virat Kohli or Zia-ur-Rehman?

Based on IPL 2026 season 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 IPL 2026.

Q: Who has a better strike rate — Virat Kohli or Zia-ur-Rehman?

Virat Kohli has the superior batting strike rate in IPL 2026 (150.6), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

Q: What is the price difference between Virat Kohli and Zia-ur-Rehman?

Virat Kohli costs 10 Cr and Zia-ur-Rehman costs 8 Cr in IPL 2026 fantasy. The player with lower credits who delivers similar points gives you better value, freeing up budget for other expensive picks.

Q: How many MOTM awards have Virat Kohli and Zia-ur-Rehman won?

In IPL 2026, Virat Kohli has won 3 Man of the Match awards and Zia-ur-Rehman has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Who is better — Virat Kohli or Zia-ur-Rehman?

Compare batting averages, strike rates, wickets and IPL fantasy points below.

Virat Kohli (India) has 4,188 T20I runs at avg 48.7 in 125 matches. Zia-ur-Rehman (Afghanistan) — international career stats below. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

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

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Virat Kohli

🇮🇳 IND · 10 cr

PLAYER 2

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Zia-ur-Rehman

🇦🇫 AFG · 8 cr

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Virat Kohli

🇮🇳 India

BAT🏅 3× MOTM

10 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

211

Best FP

181.5

Pts/Cr

890

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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Zia-ur-Rehman

🇦🇫 Afghanistan

8 cr

Credits

Avg Pts

Best FP

8.6

Pts/Cr

Total Runs

Total Wkts

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📈 Slight Edge

🏏 Virat Kohli

12 higher avg pts · 211 best fantasy score · 3× MOTM

🏏 Virat Kohli

🏏 Zia-ur-Rehman

T20I Career Overview

125Matches—

🏏 Batting

4188Runs—

48.70Batting Avg—

137.04Strike Rate—

1Centuries—

38Half-Centuries—

124Sixes 🔴—

122*

Best Score

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🎳 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 Zia-ur-Rehman — 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
Statistic	Virat Kohli	Zia-ur-Rehman
Matches	20	1
Avg fantasy points	81	69
Best fantasy score	211	69
Runs	890	0
Strike rate	150.6	0.0
Fours	92	0
Sixes	32	0
Half-centuries (50+)	6	0
Centuries (100+)	2	0
Highest score	139	0
Wickets	0	2
Economy rate	0.00	3.13
Best spell (wkts)	0	2
Catches	10	2
Total dismissals	11	2

Stats updated 14 Oct 2026

⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick

🏏 Virat Kohli

✓ Superior run-scorer

✓ Higher strike rate

✓ More big-hitting sixes

✓ Higher avg fantasy pts

✓ More MOTM awards

🏏 Zia-ur-Rehman

✓ More wickets

👑 Captaincy Recommendation

C: 🏏 Virat Kohli

81 avg pts · 211 best · 3 MOTM

VC: 🏏 Zia-ur-Rehman

Captaining Virat Kohli gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Virat Kohli vs Zia-ur-Rehman — 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.

Zia-ur-Rehman 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 Zia-ur-Rehman?

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 Zia-ur-Rehman — 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 Zia-ur-Rehman?

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 Zia-ur-Rehman?

Virat Kohli costs 10 Cr and Zia-ur-Rehman 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 Zia-ur-Rehman won?

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

Should I pick Virat Kohli or Zia-ur-Rehman 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 Afghanistan. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

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