Last updated: 4 October 2026
Reviewed by Jordan Morley, FA Level 2 Football Coach
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Frequently asked questions
Good economy in T20 vs ODI?
T20 is higher-scoring: under 7 per over is strong. In 50-over cricket, under 5 is excellent. Context (powerplay vs death overs) matters too.
Why is a good economy rate different in T20s vs ODIs vs Test cricket?
Shorter formats compress scoring into fewer overs, so an economy rate of 7-8 runs per over might be considered good in T20 but poor in a 50-over ODI, and would be extremely expensive in Test cricket, where a bowler conceding under 3 runs per over is typical.