Batting Average: Consistency and Reliability

The Importance of Batting Average

Batting average is calculated as Total Runs/Times Out. It measures consistency and ability to convert starts into substantial scores.

Average Benchmarks by Format

• Test Cricket: 40+ is very good, 50+ is excellent, 60+ is legendary
• ODI Cricket: 40+ is good, 45+ is excellent, 50+ is elite
• T20 Cricket: 30+ is good, 35+ is excellent, 40+ is elite

Advanced Average Metrics

• Average by Position: How consistent at different batting positions
• Average vs Top Teams: Performance against quality opposition
• Home vs Away Average: Adaptability to conditions
• Average in Wins vs Losses: Impact on team success

Conversion Rates

• Percentage of 50+ scores converted to 100+
• Percentage of starts (20-30 runs) converted to 50+
• Big score frequency (150+, 200+)
• Ability to bat long and build innings