Shane Warne vs Glenn McGrath
Full head-to-head breakdown across Test, ODI, T20I & IPL — batting, bowling and career records
Shane Warne vs Glenn McGrath: Complete Head-to-Head — Batting, Bowling & All Formats Compared
Shane Warne leads this head-to-head 11–3 across batting categories, pulling ahead convincingly — with the strongest edge coming in Test cricket, where Shane Warne averages 17.33 compared to Glenn McGrath's 7.37.
In ODI cricket, Shane Warne leads with an average of 13.05 versus Glenn McGrath's 3.83 — a significant gap of 9.22 runs per dismissal. Shane Warne has also accumulated more ODI runs overall (1,018 vs 115).
In T20 Internationals, Glenn McGrath holds the edge — averaging 5 at a strike rate of 41.67, while Shane Warne averages 0 at SR 0. In the IPL, Shane Warne leads with 198 runs versus 4 — a gap that reflects both opportunity and impact in franchise cricket.
Both players contribute with the ball. Shane Warne leads on international wickets (1001 vs 949 across formats), and their all-round contributions add meaningful value beyond batting averages alone.
| Shane Warne | Stat | Glenn McGrath |
|---|---|---|
| M | ||
| Inn | ||
| Runs | ||
| HS | ||
| Avg | ||
| SR | ||
| 100s | ||
| 50s | ||
| 4s | ||
| 6s | ||
| Ducks | ||
| NO |
Overall Profile — TEST
Key Stats — TEST
📤 Share this Shane Warne vs Glenn McGrath comparison
The Verdict
Based on major batting metrics such as runs, average, centuries, strike rate, and ICC achievements, Shane Warne leads in most categories. Leading in both Test average (17.33 vs 7.37) and ODI average (13.05 vs 3.83), Shane Warne makes the stronger case across the two most respected formats in the game. Glenn McGrath does have the edge in T20I metrics, keeping this from being a complete shutout.
Frequently Asked — Shane Warne vs Glenn McGrath
Shane Warne leads 11–3 across the batting categories included in this comparison. Shane Warne has the higher batting average in both Test cricket (17.33) and ODI cricket (13.05).
Shane Warne holds the edge in ODI batting average, averaging 13.05 with 1018 runs, compared to Glenn McGrath's average of 3.83 and 115 runs. The difference in batting average is 9.22 runs per dismissal.
In Test cricket, Shane Warne averages 17.33 versus Glenn McGrath's 7.37 — a significant gap of 9.96 runs per dismissal. Shane Warne has accumulated 3,154 Test runs across their Test career.
In T20Is, Glenn McGrath averages 5 at a strike rate of 41.67, while Shane Warne averages 0 at a strike rate of 0. Glenn McGrath has the higher strike rate (41.67 vs 0).
Shane Warne leads in IPL run-scoring with 198 runs at a strike rate of 92.53, compared to Glenn McGrath's 4 runs. Shane Warne also leads in IPL sixes (6 vs 0), reflecting a more aggressive approach in franchise cricket.
Both players have contributed with the ball. Shane Warne has taken 1001 international wickets compared to Glenn McGrath's 949. Shane Warne has the lower white-ball economy rate (4.25 vs 6.88).
Both Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath achieve their highest batting averages in Tests. Shane Warne averages 17.33 compared to Glenn McGrath's 7.37 in that format.
India
Australia
England
Pakistan
South Africa
New Zealand
Sri Lanka