The comparison between Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar has been a constant topic of debate among cricket fans, with both batters leaving an extraordinary mark on Indian cricket. Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has now pointed out one area where Kohli holds an advantage over Tendulkar - their Test performances in SENA nations (South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia).

Chopra highlighted that Kohli’s Test batting average across these challenging overseas conditions is better than Tendulkar’s. SENA countries are traditionally considered among the toughest places for batters, with pace-friendly pitches and conditions often making life difficult for visiting teams.

Virat Kohli has produced several memorable Test performances in Australia, England and South Africa. His willingness to play an aggressive brand of cricket and take on quality fast bowling helped him become one of India’s most successful overseas batters.

Where does Kohli have the advantage?

Tendulkar was equally prolific outside India and delivered numerous outstanding performances in countries such as Australia, England and South Africa during his illustrious career. Therefore, comparing the two solely on the basis of one statistic would not provide a complete picture of their careers.

According to Chopra, however, South Africa is the particular SENA country where Kohli has a better Test batting average than Tendulkar.

The two legends also played Test cricket in very different eras. Tendulkar’s career spanned a period when the game and its conditions were different, while Kohli established himself during the modern era.

While Kohli may hold the edge in this particular statistical comparison, it does not diminish Tendulkar’s achievements. Both batters have played defining roles for India and remain among the most celebrated names in the history of Indian cricket.