Ben Stokes vs Mitchell Starc
Full head-to-head breakdown across Test, ODI, T20I & IPL — batting, bowling and career records
Ben Stokes vs Mitchell Starc: Why the Stats Make This a One-Sided Comparison
Ben Stokes leads this head-to-head 18–1 across batting categories, pulling ahead convincingly — with the strongest edge coming in Test cricket, where Ben Stokes averages 34.47 compared to Mitchell Starc's 20.15.
In ODI cricket, Ben Stokes leads with an average of 41.23 versus Mitchell Starc's 11.66 — a massive gap of 29.57 runs per dismissal. Ben Stokes has also accumulated more ODI runs overall (3,463 vs 583). Ben Stokes's 5 ODI centuries to Mitchell Starc's 0 underlines who converts more often under pressure.
In T20 Internationals, Ben Stokes holds the edge — averaging 21.67 at a strike rate of 128.01, while Mitchell Starc averages 9.8 at SR 98. In the IPL, Ben Stokes leads with 935 runs versus 111 — a gap that reflects both opportunity and impact in franchise cricket.
Both players contribute with the ball. Mitchell Starc leads on international wickets (771 vs 352 across formats), and their all-round contributions add meaningful value beyond batting averages alone.
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The Verdict
Based on major batting metrics such as runs, average, centuries, strike rate, and ICC achievements, Ben Stokes leads in most categories. Leading in both Test average (34.47 vs 20.15) and ODI average (41.23 vs 11.66), Ben Stokes makes the stronger case across the two most respected formats in the game.
Frequently Asked — Ben Stokes vs Mitchell Starc
Ben Stokes leads 18–1 across the batting categories included in this comparison. Ben Stokes has the higher batting average in both Test cricket (34.47) and ODI cricket (41.23).
Ben Stokes holds the edge in ODI batting average, averaging 41.23 with 3463 runs, compared to Mitchell Starc's average of 11.66 and 583 runs. Ben Stokes has also scored more ODI centuries (5 vs 0).
In Test cricket, Ben Stokes averages 34.47 versus Mitchell Starc's 20.15 — a significant gap of 14.32 runs per dismissal. Ben Stokes has accumulated 7,273 Test runs including 14 centuries.
In T20Is, Ben Stokes averages 21.67 at a strike rate of 128.01, while Mitchell Starc averages 9.8 at a strike rate of 98. Ben Stokes has the higher strike rate (128.01 vs 98).
Ben Stokes leads in IPL run-scoring with 935 runs at a strike rate of 133.96, compared to Mitchell Starc's 111 runs. Ben Stokes also leads in IPL sixes (32 vs 0), reflecting a more aggressive approach in franchise cricket.
Both players have contributed with the ball. Mitchell Starc has taken 771 international wickets compared to Ben Stokes's 352. Mitchell Starc has the lower white-ball economy rate (6.505 vs 7.22).
Ben Stokes records their highest batting average in ODIs (41.23), while Mitchell Starc records their highest batting average in Tests (20.15), highlighting strengths in different formats.
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