Cricket Economy Rate Calculator
Cricket Economy Rate Calculator
Formula: Economy Rate = Runs ÷ Overs. We convert cricket notation (overs.balls) to total balls (6 per over) for accuracy.
Bowling economy rate shows how many runs a bowler concedes per over. Use this Cricket Economy Rate Calculator to check your current economy, see context for T20/ODI/Test, and plan how many runs you can allow in the remaining balls to hit a target economy.
What Is Bowling Economy Rate?
Economy Rate (Econ) = Runs Conceded ÷ Overs Bowled.
Because cricket overs are split into balls, we compute overs precisely
(e.g., 4.3 means 4 overs + 3 balls = 27 balls).
The calculator handles both overs.balls input and total balls.
Why Economy Rate Matters
- T20: Restrict runs; powerplay & death overs decide momentum.
- ODI: Control middle overs; keep batters chasing the rate.
- Test: Build pressure with dots & maidens; create wicket chances.
How to Use the Economy Rate Calculator
- Enter runs conceded and either overs.balls or total balls.
- See your current economy rate with a helpful context badge.
- Switch to Target Economy mode to set a goal and available balls.
- We’ll show maximum runs you can concede and runs per over allowed.
Good Economy Benchmarks (Context Only)
- T20: ≤6 excellent, 6.1–7.5 good, 7.6–8.5 fair, >8.5 expensive
- ODI: ≤4.5 excellent, 4.6–5.5 good, 5.6–6.5 steady, >6.5 expensive
- Test: ≤2.5 excellent, 2.6–3.2 good, 3.3–3.8 steady, >3.8 expensive
Tips to Improve Economy
- New ball plans: Fuller length to swing; pack slips early.
- Field placements: Plug favorite batter zones; defend boundaries.
- Variations: Mix pace, length, angles; slower bouncers at the death.
- Dot-ball pressure: Target dots to force errors and wickets.
- Over goals: Micro-target 4–5 run overs in ODIs; sub-7 in T20s.
Key Takeaway
Your bowling economy rate reflects control and consistency. Track it ball-by-ball, plan target scenarios, and tighten game plans across T20s, ODIs, and Tests with this calculator.