In cricket, strike rate means different things by discipline. A batter's strike rate is runs scored per 100 balls faced — a measure of scoring speed, vital in T20 where 130+ is strong. A bowler's strike rate is the number of balls bowled per wicket taken — lower is better. Both express efficiency relative to balls rather than overs or innings.
Key points
- Batter: runs per 100 balls
- Bowler: balls per wicket
- T20 batting 130+ is strong
- Lower is better for bowlers