๐ŸŽฏ Cricket Target Score Calculator

Calculate the target score in a cricket chase from the opposition score.

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Also available in our Android app, with charts and full breakdown tables.

๐Ÿ“˜ About the Target Score

Calculate the target score required in a standard cricket chase.

The target is one run more than the opposition total.

๐Ÿงฎ Formula

Target score
Target = Opposition Score + 1

Where

  • Target score = Opposition score + 1
This calculator is for a standard chase without a revised rain-affected target.

โœ๏ธ Worked example

Opposition scores 180

You enter
Opposition Score180 runs
You get
Target Score181

The chasing side needs 181 to win.

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๐Ÿงญ How to use this calculator

What you enter

  • Opposition Score (runs)

What you get

  • Target Score

โ“ Frequently asked questions

What is the target score in cricket?

In a standard chase, the target is one run more than the opposition score.

Does this calculate DLS targets?

No. Rain affected matches can use revised targets under the DLS method.

Can this be used for T20 and ODI cricket?

Yes, for a standard non revised target.