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Run rate calculator
Type the score and the overs. You get the current run rate at once. Add a target to see the required rate and runs per ball, or leave it empty for projected totals.
Overs.balls, e.g. 10.2
Leave empty when batting first.
Current run rate
8.32
86 runs off 62 balls
Projected total
166
At the current rate
Balls left
58
9.4 overs
| Runs an over | Runs added | Final score |
|---|---|---|
| 6.0 | 58 | 144 |
| 8.0 | 77 | 163 |
| 8.3 (now) | 80 | 166 |
| 10.0 | 97 | 183 |
| 12.0 | 116 | 202 |
The two rates in a chase
The current run rate looks back: how fast has the batting side scored so far? The required run rate looks ahead: how fast must it score from here to reach the target? When the required rate climbs well above the current rate, the chasing side has to take more risks.
Rough guide to T20 scoring rates
| Runs an over | 20-over total | Runs a ball |
|---|---|---|
| 6.00 | 120 | 1.00 |
| 7.50 | 150 | 1.25 |
| 9.00 | 180 | 1.50 |
| 10.00 | 200 | 1.67 |
During a live chase you do not need to type anything: the match centre on the live scores shows a chase meter with the runs needed, balls left and required rate. For league standings use the net run rate calculator.
Run rate questions
How is current run rate worked out?
Runs scored divided by overs bowled. The overs are counted in balls first: 86 runs after 10.2 overs is 86 runs off 62 balls, which is 8.32 runs an over.
How is required run rate worked out?
Runs still needed divided by overs left. If a side needs 60 from 36 balls, that is 60 ÷ 6 overs = 10.00 runs an over, or 1.67 runs a ball.
What is a projected score?
The total a side would reach if it kept scoring at a given rate for the rest of its overs. It is simple arithmetic, not a forecast: wickets, the pitch and the bowlers can change everything.
Does it work for 100-ball or 10-over matches?
Yes. Set “Overs in the innings” to 10 for T10. For a 100-ball innings count in balls: enter the balls bowled as overs of six (for example 50 balls = 8.2 overs) and 16.4 total overs.