Virat Kohli vs Sachin Tendulkar
Virat Kohli
India's modern batting legend, 82 international centuries
Modern era batting and fitness standards
Sachin Tendulkar
Cricket's God, 100 international centuries, 34,357 runs
All-time records and sustained excellence
Short Answer
Sachin Tendulkar holds the records: 100 international centuries, 34,357 international runs, and played for 24 years. Virat Kohli has 82 international centuries and is widely considered the best modern batsman. Tendulkar leads in records; Kohli in consistency and fitness.
Our Verdict
Tendulkar is the record holder and cricket's God. Kohli is the greatest modern batsman with an exceptional conversion rate. Both are undisputed all-time greats.
Choose Virat Kohli if
Modern era batting and fitness standards
Choose Sachin Tendulkar if
All-time records and sustained excellence
Key Differences at a Glance
Key Differences
Virat Kohli
82
Sachin Tendulkar
100🏆
Virat Kohli
26,000+
Sachin Tendulkar
34,357🏆
Virat Kohli
~49
Sachin Tendulkar
53.78🏆
Virat Kohli
2008-present
Sachin Tendulkar
1989-2013 (24 years)🏆
Pros & Cons
Virat Kohli
Pros
- 82 international centuries
- Highest Test average among active batsmen
- World's best T20 performer
- Exceptional fitness and longevity
Cons
- Fewer centuries than Tendulkar (82 vs 100)
- Less consistent in recent years
- No World Cup for long period (won 2024 T20)
Sachin Tendulkar
Pros
- 100 international centuries (only player ever)
- 34,357 international runs (most ever)
- Played 24 years internationally
- 50 Test centuries
Cons
- Retired (2013)
- No individual awards like Kohli's run-scoring feats
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sachin Tendulkar has 100 international centuries — the only player in history to achieve this. Kohli has 82.
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