What is the Batting Average Calculator?
A batting average measures consistency: the runs a batter scores per dismissal. Not-out innings add runs but not dismissals, which is why averages can be higher than any single score suggests.
Enter total runs, innings and not-outs. For scoring speed use the Batting Strike Rate Calculator; for bowlers, see the Bowling Average Calculator.
How to use the Batting Average Calculator
- Enter total runs.
- Enter innings batted.
- Enter not-outs.
- Read the average.
Formula
Batting average = runs ÷ (innings − not-outs)
Example
A batter with 1,240 runs in 30 innings with 4 not-outs averages 1,240 ÷ 26 = 47.69.
What is a good batting average?
| Format | Good | Great |
|---|---|---|
| Test | 40+ | 50+ |
| ODI | 35+ | 45+ |
| T20 | 25+ | 35+ |
More cricket calculators
Cricket stats are linked: a team's run rate decides its net run rate, and each batter's strike rate and each bowler's economy add up to the team total. Use these calculators together:
- Run rate: runs per over so far.
- Required run rate: what the chasing side needs.
- Net run rate (NRR): tournament tie-breaker.
- Strike rate: runs per 100 balls.
- Economy rate: runs conceded per over.
- Bowling average: runs per wicket.
- Target calculator: runs and balls needed.
- Score predictor: projected final total.
Average vs strike rate
Average shows how many runs a batter makes before getting out; strike rate shows how fast they make them. A Test opener may average 45 at a strike rate of 50, while a T20 finisher may average 25 at 160. Both are valuable in the right format.
Frequently asked questions
How is batting average calculated?
Total runs divided by the number of times out.
Why do not-outs raise the average?
They add runs without adding a dismissal.
What if a batter has never been out?
The average is undefined; it is shown as runs with no dismissals.
What is a good Test average?
Above 40 is good; above 50 is world class.
Does retired hurt count as out?
No, retired hurt counts as not out.
Is the Batting Average Calculator free to use?
Yes. The Batting Average Calculator on Custom Converter is completely free, with no sign-up, no daily limit and no watermark.
Does the Batting Average Calculator work on mobile phones?
Yes. It is built mobile-first and works on Android phones, iPhones, tablets and computers in any modern browser, with no app to install.