Economy Rate
Economy rate shows how many runs a bowler concedes per over.
Economy rate is one of the clearest measures of bowling control, especially in white-ball cricket.
Formula
Economy Rate = Runs Conceded / Overs Bowled
Example: 24 runs conceded in 4 overs gives an economy rate of 6.00.
Quick Example
A bowler concedes 28 runs in a 4-over spell.
28 / 4 = 7.00
The economy rate is 7.00.
Economy Rate Quick Guide
Quick Summary
- Economy rate measures control and pressure.
- A lower economy is highly valuable in white-ball cricket.
- Powerplay and death-overs context still matter.
Player Examples
Economy rate is easiest to read through control bowlers, pressure overs, and matches where run prevention matters as much as wickets.
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 economy rate matters
Economy rate is a direct measure of control and pressure. In white-ball cricket, a tight spell can change the match even without a wicket.
How the calculation works
If a bowler concedes 42 runs in 10 overs, the economy rate is 4.2. In short spells the number can move quickly, so sample size matters.
Role and phase
Powerplay bowlers, middle-overs spinners, and death specialists face different expectations. Economy rate becomes more useful when judged with role and wickets together.