Bowling Average
Bowling average shows how many runs a bowler concedes per wicket.
Bowling average is a simple way to measure wicket-taking value against runs conceded.
Formula
Bowling Average = Runs Conceded / Wickets
Example: 180 runs conceded for 9 wickets gives an average of 20.
Quick Example
A bowler concedes 210 runs and takes 10 wickets.
210 / 10 = 21
The bowling average is 21.
Bowling Average Quick Guide
Quick Summary
- A lower bowling average is better.
- It measures runs conceded per wicket.
- It is best read with economy rate and strike rate.
Player Examples
Bowling average works best with strike bowlers, long-format cricket, and record pages focused on wicket-taking quality.
Records And Match Context
Use these pages to see where the stat matters in records, tournaments, and real match situations.
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Why lower is better
A lower bowling average means the bowler is taking wickets while conceding fewer runs. That makes it a strong measure of bowling efficiency.
How the formula works
If a bowler concedes 250 runs and takes 10 wickets, the average is 25. When wickets drop, the number worsens quickly.
Role and conditions
Test bowlers and T20 specialists are asked to do different jobs, so average should be judged with format and phase in mind. It becomes more useful when read alongside strike rate.