About the Bowling Average Calculator
Bowling average (runs per wicket), economy rate and strike rate from a bowler’s figures.
Also known as: bowling avg, runs per wicket, bowler average.
How to use this calculator
- Enter runs conceded, wickets taken, overs bowled.
- The result updates instantly as you type — press Calculate (or Enter) at any time.
- Review the breakdown shown under the main result.
- Use Copy result or Share to save the answer or send a link with your inputs.
Formula
Bowling average = runs conceded ÷ wickets taken
Worked example
Using the values pre-filled in the calculator above:
- Runs conceded = 420
- Wickets taken = 18
- Overs bowled = 86.4
the calculator returns:
- Bowling average: 23.33
- Economy rate: 4.85 rpo
- Strike rate: 28.9 balls/wicket