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Fantasy Cricket Points System: How Every Run Counts

August 16, 2026 FairPlay Team

Understanding the fantasy cricket points system is essential for building winning teams. Every run, wicket, catch, and stumping translates into points — and knowing exactly how many points each action earns helps you make better team selection decisions. Here's the complete breakdown.

Batting Points

ActionPoints
Per run scored1 point
25 runs milestone2 bonus points
50 runs milestone4 bonus points
75 runs milestone6 bonus points
100 runs milestone8 bonus points
Strike rate bonus (150+ SR)4 bonus points

Bowling Points

ActionPoints
Per wicket taken25 points
3 wickets milestone4 bonus points
4 wickets milestone6 bonus points
5 wickets milestone8 bonus points
Economy rate bonus (under 6 RPO)6 bonus points

Fielding Points

ActionPoints
Per catch8 points
Per stumping12 points
Per run out10 points

Frequently Asked Questions

How many points does a batsman get per run in fantasy cricket?

In most fantasy cricket platforms, a batsman earns 1 point per run scored. Bonus points are awarded for milestones: 25 runs (2 bonus points), 50 runs (4 bonus points), 75 runs (6 bonus points), and 100 runs (8 bonus points).

How many points does a bowler get per wicket?

A bowler earns 25 points per wicket in T20 fantasy cricket. Bonus points are awarded for economy rate: under 6 runs per over (6 bonus points), 6-7 runs per over (4 bonus points), and 7-8 runs per over (2 bonus points).

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