Bowling Economy Rate Calculator
Calculate how many runs a bowler concedes per over — across T20, ODI and Test formats
Jump to calculator 7.00Good T20 Econ
5.00Good ODI Econ
3.00Good Test Econ
Quick Answer
Economy Rate = Runs Conceded ÷ Overs Bowled. It measures how many runs a bowler gives away per over. Lower is better. In T20 cricket, below 7.00 is good; in Tests, below 3.00 is exceptional.
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Formula:
Enter overs as decimals — 4.3 means 4 overs and 3 balls.
Economy Rate = Runs Conceded ÷ Overs Bowled
Enter overs as decimals — 4.3 means 4 overs and 3 balls.
Total runs given away
Overs bowled (e.g. 3.4)
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What is Bowling Economy Rate?
Economy rate measures how many runs a bowler concedes per over. It is one of the three key bowling statistics alongside bowling average and strike rate. A lower economy rate means the bowler is harder to score off — a critical quality in limited-overs cricket.
Economy Rate by Format
How to interpret your economy rate across different cricket formats.
| Economy Rate | T20 | ODI | Test |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 4.00 | — | Exceptional | Exceptional |
| 4.00 – 5.99 | — | Very Good | Good |
| 6.00 – 6.99 | Excellent | Average | Acceptable |
| 7.00 – 7.99 | Good | Expensive | Expensive |
| 8.00 – 8.99 | Average | Poor | Poor |
| 9.00 and above | Expensive | Very Poor | Very Poor |
How Economy Rate Is Calculated, Step by Step
- Count the runs: Total runs conceded by the bowler (including wides and no-balls).
- Count the overs: Total overs bowled by the bowler (convert balls to decimal: 4.3 overs = 4.5 overs).
- Divide runs by overs:
Economy Rate = Runs Conceded ÷ Overs Bowled - Interpret the result: Compare to the format-specific benchmarks above to assess performance.
Pro tip
A low economy rate with a low wicket count might indicate a defensive bowler. A moderate economy with high wickets is often more valuable in Test cricket.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has the best economy rate in IPL history?▼
Among bowlers with significant overs bowled, Sunil Narine has consistently maintained some of the best economy rates in IPL history — often below 6.50 across multiple seasons.
Does economy rate include wides and no-balls?▼
Yes. All runs conceded — including extras from wides, no-balls, and leg byes given to the bowler's account — are included in the economy rate calculation.
Is economy rate or bowling average more important?▼
In T20 cricket, economy rate is generally considered more important since containing runs is as valuable as taking wickets. In Test cricket, bowling average (runs per wicket) tends to be the more telling stat.
What economy rate qualifies as "death bowling specialist"?▼
Death bowling (overs 17–20 in T20) is considered exceptional below 8.50. Anything below 8.00 at death makes a bowler elite in that phase.
What is a good economy rate in T20 cricket?▼
In T20 cricket, an economy rate below 7.00 is excellent, 7–8 is good, 8–9 is average, and above 9 is expensive.
What is a good economy rate in ODI cricket?▼
In ODIs, below 4.00 is exceptional, 4–5 is very good, 5–6 is average, and above 6 is considered expensive.
What is a good economy rate in Test cricket?▼
In Test cricket, below 2.50 is exceptional, 2.50–3.50 is good, 3.50–5.00 is average, and above 5.00 is expensive.
How is bowling economy rate calculated?▼
Economy Rate = Runs Conceded ÷ Overs Bowled. It tells you how many runs a bowler concedes per over on average.
Does economy rate matter more than wickets?▼
It depends on the format. In T20, economy rate is often more important than wickets. In Test cricket, wickets are more important than economy rate.
What is the best economy rate in IPL history?▼
Among bowlers with at least 100 overs bowled, the best economy rates are around 6.00–6.50. Some of the best include Sunil Narine, Rashid Khan, and Jasprit Bumrah.
How do I improve my economy rate?▼
Focus on consistent line and length, vary your pace, use changes of angle, and bowl to your field. In limited-overs cricket, bowling yorkers and slower balls at the death can significantly improve economy.
What is a bad economy rate in T20?▼
In T20, anything above 9.50 is generally considered a bad economy rate. Bowlers who concede 10+ regularly are often taken out of the attack.