Who is a better batsman Virat Kohli or Rohit Sharma in IPL?
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, India’s premier batsmen, are set to meet in the 21st match of IPL 2025, at the Wankhede Stadium. Apart from the premier batsmen clash, it’s a rivalry match between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Let’s take a look at Who is a better batsman Virat Kohli or Rohit Sharma in IPL.
Virat Kohli’s record against MI in IPL
Virat Kohli has played a total of 32 innings against Mumbai Indians, he managed to pile up 855 total runs at a strike rate of 126.85. His highest score against the Mumbai side is 92*, that too it was scored at the Wankhede stadium.
Virat Kohli’s stats at Wankhede Stadium vs MI
Innings: 11
Runs: 334
Strike Rate: 134.13
Average: 41.75
Highest Score: 92*
Virat Kohli who has been the prominent figure in RCB’s history, is still their best batter in the squad. Although his season has started in an underwhelming form, he has managed to score just 97 runs this season at an average of 48.50 in just 3 innings. RCB’s next match with MI will be a crucial rivalry to showcase his batting prowess in IPL 2025.
Rohit Sharma’s Record Against RCB in IPL
Rohit Sharma has played a total of 32 innings against RCB and managed to score 831 runs against the Bengaluru Franchise, at a strike rate of 136.22 and an average of 27.70.
Rohit Sharma’s Stats at Wankhede Stadium vs RCB
Innings: 10
Runs: 369
Strike Rate: 151.85
Average: 46.12
Rohit Sharma’s IPL 2025 has been going dangerously slow, he managed to score just 21 runs in his 3 innings played. RCB pacers Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Lungisani Ngidi, will be aiming to capitalize on Sharma’s weaknesses early in the match.
Who is the better batter – Virat or Rohit
If we look at the present season and the past season and the numbers, Virat Kohli leads the race, but his pacey nemesis Jasprit Bumrah can make his comeback debut in the RCB clash. Rohit Sharma who is still a strong batter will be the one to look out for in Wankhede if he stays longer on the pitch.
To sum it up, we don’t want to create disparities among our fans by choosing over a single player, as both the players, be it Virat Kohli or Rohit Sharma, have provided cricket fans with ample fun in the IPL. The clash on Monday, 7th April among them, will be another exciting match to watch out for.
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