The aallocation of weights in the calculation of batting and bowling performances measures

Abstract

The performance of a batsman or bowler does not only depend on his own ability, but
also on the strength of his opponents. Therefore it makes sense to adjust existing
measures to take into account the strengths of the opponents against whom he has
played. The batting performance measure BP and the measure of current bowling
performance CBP are adjusted by using suitable weights. It is shown that these
weights can make a fairly large difference, especially when the player has not played
a very large number of matches. Ratings of players are also affected by using
weights. Formulae are also given to calculate the present form of a batsman or
bowler.

Keywords: Cricket; Form of a player; Ranking of bowlers; Ranking of batsmen.

South African Journal for Research in Sport, Physical Education and Recreation Vol. 29 (2) 2007: pp. 75-86