Virat vs Babar has been a flash news in the cricket media. Comparing Virat Kohli and Babar Azam is a bit interesting as both are exceptionally talented cricketers but have different styles and experiences. This t20 world cup will prove their legacy and temperament.
Virat vs Babar – Who is better
Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket sensation (currently ranked 46 in t20 format), is renowned for his consistency across all formats of the game. His aggressive batting style, coupled with remarkable fitness levels and exceptional technique, has made him one of the greatest batsmen of the modern era. Kohli’s ability to chase down targets under pressure and his skill for generating big scores are particularly noteworthy. Additionally, his leadership skills as the former captain of the Indian cricket team have earned him immense respect worldwide.
Ranked at No.4 in T20 format Babar Azam, the Pakistani cricket prodigy, has been making waves with his calm demeanor at the crease and elegant stroke play . Babar is often compared to the likes of Virat Kohli due to his similar batting style. He has the potential to become one of the best batsmen of his generation. Despite his young age, Babar has already showcased his ability to develop the innings and reach his team to match-winning position across all formats.
Read: The six T20 batters that may threaten any team
While comparing the two legends, it’s important to consider their respective achievements and the contexts in which they play. While Kohli has a more extensive track record and has proven himself on various challenging conditions and against top teams, Babar, being relatively younger, is still in the process of establishing himself as a dominant force in world cricket. Here is a comparison table of their T20 Record.
Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam T20 Record
| Babar Azam | Virat Kohli | |
| Matches | 109 | 117 |
| Runs | 3698 | 4037 |
| Average | 41.55 | 51.75 |
| Strike Rate | 129.12 | 138.15 |
| Centuries (100s) | 3 | 1 |
| 50s | 33 | 37 |
| Highest Score | 122 vs SA (2021) | 122* vs AFG (2022) |
Babar Azam vs Virat Kohli in ODI
Player Matches Runs Average Strike rate 100s 50s
Virat Kohli 289 13,626 58.48 93.55 49 70
Babar Azam 116 5,691 56.91 88.78 19 32
Babar Azam vs Virat Kohli in Test
Player Matches Runs Average Strike rate 100s 50s
Virat Kohli 111 8,676 49.30 55.23 29 29
Babar Azam 49 3,772 47.75 55.19 9 26
| Babar Azam vs Virat Kohli T20I captaincy record | ||
| Virat Kohli | Metrics | Babar Azam |
| 50 | Matches | 71 |
| 30 | Won | 42 |
| 16 | Lost | 23 |
| 1,570 | Runs | 2,195 |
Conclusion:
In terms of statistics, Kohli has a more decorated career at this point. He has numerous records to his name across formats. However, Babar has been steadily climbing the ranks. He has shown immense potential to match or even surpass Kohli’s achievements in the future.