COMEHow a dot ball changes current run rate
A valid dot ball increases the ball count without adding runs. With the total unchanged, the current run rate decreases because more of the innings has been used.
Use completed valid balls
Current run rate is team runs divided by overs expressed as a fraction of six-ball overs. Convert the notation before calculating. A dot ball must be a valid delivery for this simple example.
Keep target pressure separate
Current run rate describes scoring so far. Required run rate describes a chase still to finish. A single dot can affect both, but the calculations use different numerators and remaining or completed resources.
Keep examples separate from a live match
These numbers are worked examples. For a current IPL match, use its actual teams, innings, target, over allocation and status. A saved cricket graphic can illustrate score fields but cannot supply a live result. Match runs, fantasy contest points and video coverage are also different services and measurements. Read the contest rules for points and the broadcaster terms for viewing access.
A practical example
At 80 runs after 10.0 overs, the rate is 8.00. After a valid dot ball, 61 valid balls have been used: 80×6÷61 is about 7.87. No runs were removed; the denominator changed.
What a completed answer looks like
You can explain a lower displayed rate without assuming the team total fell.
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