Expected Average
Adjusting batting average for match situation, opposition quality, and conditions.
What is it?
Adjusting batting average for match situation, opposition quality, and conditions.
Why it matters
Understanding expected average is essential for appreciating how cricket works at the highest level. This concept connects to many other aspects of the game.
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