In cricket circles, Virat Kohli vs Joe Root often come up as two of the game’s finest. Kohli is a dynamic force in Indian cricket, while Root is a key player for England, especially in Test matches. This article provides a concise comparison of their careers, highlighting their personal details, key statistics, and rankings to see how they measure up against each other.
ODI World Cup Stats
| Stat | Virat Kohli | Joe Root |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 31 | 22 |
| Innings | 31 | 21 |
| Runs Scored | 1,384 | 933 |
| Highest Score | 107 | 121 |
| Batting Average | 55.36 | 49.10 |
| Batting Strike Rate | 85.65 | 89.02 |
| Centuries | 3 | 3 |
| Fifties | 9 | 5 |
| Fours | 120 | 81 |
| Sixes | 11 | 6 |
| Catches | 19 | 24 |
Overall ODI Stats
| Stat | Virat Kohli | Joe Root |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 286 | 167 |
| Innings | 274 | 156 |
| Runs Scored | 13,437 | 6,421 |
| Balls Faced | 14,341 | 7,391 |
| Highest Score | 183 | 133* |
| Batting Average | 58.16 | 48.27 |
| Not Outs | 43 | 23 |
| Batting Strike Rate | 93.69 | 86.87 |
| Centuries | 48 | 16 |
| Fifties | 69 | 38 |
| Fours | 1,255 | 513 |
| Sixes | 148 | 49 |
Test Records
| Stat | Virat Kohli | Joe Root |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 111 | 135 |
| Innings | 187 | 247 |
| Runs Scored | 8,676 | 11,416 |
| Highest Score | 254* | 254 |
| Batting Average | 49.29 | 50.29 |
| Balls Faced | 15,708 | 20,113 |
| Batting Strike Rate | 55.23 | 56.75 |
| Not Outs | 11 | 20 |
| Centuries | 29 | 30 |
| Fifties | 29 | 60 |
| Fours | 966 | 1,247 |
| Sixes | 24 | 43 |
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T20I Records
| Stat | Virat Kohli | Joe Root |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 115 | 32 |
| Innings | 107 | 30 |
| Runs Scored | 4,008 | 893 |
| Highest Score | 122* | 90* |
| Batting Average | 52.73 | 35.72 |
| Balls Faced | 2,905 | 707 |
| Batting Strike Rate | 137.96 | 126.30 |
| Not Outs | 31 | 5 |
| Centuries | 1 | 0 |
| Fifties | 37 | 5 |
| Fours | 356 | 92 |
| Sixes | 117 | 16 |
Conclusion
Based on the stats:
- ODI: Kohli has played more matches, scored more runs, and has a higher batting average and strike rate compared to Root.
- Test: Root has a slightly better batting average and more runs but has played more innings.
- T20I: Kohli excels with a significantly higher run total and strike rate compared to Root.
Overall, Virat Kohli has a stronger record across formats, especially in ODIs and T20Is, while Joe Root has made a notable impact in Test cricket.
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