1. What is Batting Average?

The batting average (AVG) is a cricket statistic that measures a batsman's performance by calculating the average number of runs scored per dismissal. It's one of the most important metrics for evaluating a batsman's consistency and skill.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the standard batting average formula:

Where:

• \( Runs \) — Total runs scored by the batsman
• \( Dismissals \) — Number of times the batsman has been out

Explanation: The formula divides the total runs by the number of times the batsman has been dismissed. Not outs are not counted as dismissals.

3. Importance of Batting Average

Details: A higher batting average indicates better performance and consistency. In Test cricket, an average above 50 is considered excellent, while in limited-overs cricket, averages are typically lower due to the more aggressive batting style.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the total runs scored and the number of times the batsman has been dismissed. The calculator will compute the batting average. Note that a batsman cannot be out zero times (division by zero).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's considered a good batting average?
A: In Test cricket, 40+ is good, 50+ is excellent. In ODIs, 35+ is good, 45+ is excellent. In T20s, 30+ is good.

Q2: How are not outs handled?
A: Not outs are not counted as dismissals, which helps batsmen maintain higher averages when they remain not out.

Q3: What's the highest Test batting average?
A: Sir Donald Bradman holds the record with an average of 99.94 from 52 Tests.

Q4: Does batting average vary by batting position?
A: Yes, top-order batsmen typically have higher averages than lower-order batsmen.

Q5: How does batting average differ from strike rate?
A: Batting average measures consistency (runs per dismissal), while strike rate measures speed (runs per 100 balls).