Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam Stats Comparison: Know Runs, Hundreds, and Average in Test, ODI, and T20Is

A new debate has surfaced in the Cricket Fraternity, and the internet as a new-age batsman is striving to achieve the massive success of a legendary player. We are discussing Pakistan’s new-age batsman Babar Azam thriving to achieve success like that of India’s legendary batsman and Former All-format Captain, Virat Kohli.

Virat Kohli has consistently performed for the Indian Cricket Team irrespective of the format and the opponent country they play against. Time and again, Virat has served as the backbone of the team and has made fans all across the globe, and has received titles like King of Cricket, Chase Master, and many more. Virat Kohli became a big name in the country, even before he debuted for India, as he helped and led India’s Under 19 team squad towards the ICC U-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Title in 2008.

On the other hand, Pakistan’s All-format Captain, Babar Azam, has given some incredible performances with the bat for his country since his debut. He hails from a country that has introduced the world to some of the best quality bowlers who have made it huge in the sport.

Babar Azam has been a vital part of the team since he scored a half-century in his debut match eight years ago, in 2015. With consistent scores in All-formats of the sport, Babar Azam has proved why he deserves to be one of the biggest names in the sport for his country.

Let’s look at a deep analysis and comparison of Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam’s stats in Tests/ ODIs/ T20Is to see who stands taller in International Cricket for their respective countries.

Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam Stats in International Cricket

Virat Kohli and Babar Azam have similar roles to offer for their team as both play the role of right-handed top-order batsman as they walk to the field at number three in the short formats (T20Is and ODIs) of the game.

Virat Kohli has scored 25,322 runs in his International Cricket Career with an average of 48.93 in Test Cricket, 57.32 in ODIs, and 52.73 in T20Is with the top scores of 254* in Test Cricket, 183 in ODIs, and 122* in T20Is. Virat Kohli has been declared the undisputed champion player of Cricket and is considered the successor of Sachin Tendulkar for the country.

Babar Azam has scored 12,270 runs in his International Cricket Career with an average of 48.63 in Test Cricket, 59.17 in ODIs, and 41.48 in T20Is, with the top scores of 196 in Test Cricket, 158 in ODIs, and 122 in T20Is. His the only Pakistan player to have scored a century in all formats of the game.

As the stats shout out loud, 34-Year-Old Virat Kohli has scored more than double runs than 28-Year-Old Babar Azam, with a higher average in most of the formats of the game. Let’s dig deeper to check the knocking facts and more statistics between Virat Kohli and Babar Azam.

Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam Test stats

Virat Kohli received his test debut cap in 2011 against West Indies. With 8,416 runs in the Test Cricket bag, Virat Kohli is one of the leading run scorers of India and has played over a hundred tests (108) for the country. Virat has scored 28 centuries and half-centuries with 7 double centuries for India, with an average of 48.93 and a strike rate of 55.33.

Babar Azam received his test debut cap in 2016 against West Indies. With 3,696 runs in Test Cricket, Babar Azam has made a big name as a batsman for Pakistan and has played 46 test matches. Babar has scored 9 centuries and 26 half-centuries with an average of 48.63 and a strike rate of 55.03.

Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam Test centuries

Virat Kohli is India’s leading man and third-highest test century-getter after Sachin Tendulkar and Sunil Gavaskar. Virat Kohli has scored 28 centuries in 108 games of Test Cricket against multiple opponents.
On the other hand, Babar Azam has scored nine centuries for Pakistan in Test Cricket and has the highest score of 196 in 47 Matches.

Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam Double Centuries

Virat Kohli continues to shine in Test Cricket and is in the fourth spot for making the highest number of Double Test Tons in the world. Virat has built a mammoth of 7 double centuries, which is most by an Indian Batsman leaving behind Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag. Babar Azam is yet to score his maiden Double Century in Test Cricket for Pakistan Cricket Team.

Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam ODI Stats

One-Day Internationals have introduced some of the spiciest matches between the archrivals India and Pakistan. Over the years, be it bilateral series or World Cups, both countries have witnessed stellar performances from their Star Players.

Virat Kohli has been magnificent in the ODIs and has played some remarkable knocks for India since he debuted in 2008 against Sri Lanka. In 274 matches, Virat has scored 12,898 runs with an average and strike rate of 57.32 and 93.63, respectively. His remarkable top score of 183 came against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2012, which led India towards an easy victory against the archrivals.

Babar Azam is Pakistan’s dream come true when it comes to the ODI format of Cricket. With impressive numbers, Babar is considered one of Pakistan’s best batsmen since he debuted in 2015 against Zimbabwe. In 100 matches, Babar Azam has scored 5,089 runs with an average and strike rate of 59.17 and 89.92, respectively. His top score of 158 came against England in 2021. Unfortunately, it went in vain as England won the game.

Babar Azam has a slightly higher average than Virat Kohli, but his number of runs, centuries, and strike rate are nowhere near the legendary Indian batsman.

Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam ODI centuries

Virat Kohli is the second-highest ODI century-getter in the world after Sachin Tendulkar (49 centuries). Former Indian Captain Virat Kohli has scored 46 ODI centuries for India and has been bowed down by bowlers worldwide. On the other hand, Pakistan’s Captain Babar Azam has scored 18 Centuries in his 8+ years of ODI Career.

Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam T20I stats

T20 Internationals are one of the most anticipated formats of the game. The shortest format has received much respect since ICC introduced it.

Virat Kohli has been phenomenal in the T20I format and is the leading man in the format with the most number of runs by a batsman. Virat Kohli debuted for India in T20I in 2010 against Zimbabwe and has scored 4,008 runs in the game in 115 Matches with an average and strike rate of 52.73 and 137.96, respectively. Kohli hasn’t left any format empty and has scored one century in the T20I with the highest score of 122*.

Babar Azam is the fourth-highest scorer in T20I and the highest run-getter for Pakistan, with 3,485 in the formats since he debuted in 2016 against England. Having played 104 matches with an average and strike rate of 31.81 and 128.40, Babar Azam has hit three centuries in T20I with the highest score of 122.

Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam T20I centuries

Babar Azam has taken the lead in the number of centuries in T20Is, scoring three centuries, while Virat Kohli has hit only one. However, the duo’s highest score remains the same at 122, while their average and strike rate are no comparison as Virat Kohli takes a huge lead in the stats.

Conclusion to debate of Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam

The numbers and stats have pitched the legendary Indian batsman Virat Kohli much ahead of the Pakistan Captain Babar Azam in records, techniques, and fandom. Babar Azam might not be a match to Virat Kohli, but in the future, he might become one of the best players for Pakistan as he strives to perform better each day.

FAQ

Between Virat Kohli and Babar Azam, who has better test average?

Virat Kohli has better average in test cricket, in comparison to Babar Azam. The former Indian skipper averages at 48.93 after 108 games in the longest format of the game.