Duckworth–Lewis–Stern method

Sept. 9, 2021, 8:23 p.m.

The Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method (DLS) is a mathematical formulation designed to calculate the target score for the team batting second in a limited overs cricket match interrupted by weather or other circumstances.
It is generally accepted to be the most accurate method of setting a target score.

• Example: Australia v India – 1st ODI in India in September 2017.

  • In the 1st innings, India scored 7/281 in 50 overs.
  • During the innings break, rain interrupts play, and the match is reduced to 21 overs.
  • The 2nd innings commences, with Australia requiring 164 for victory.
  • Australia finishes their innings on 9/137 off 21 overs.
  • India win by 26 runs on D/L Method.

T2'S par score = [(T1's score) * (T2's resource)] / (T1's resource)

T1's Score = 281

T2's Resource = 21 overs & 10 wickets left (Click here to check the table) = 58.7

T1's Resource = 100% (Because played all the overs)

T2's par score = (281 * 58.7) / 100

= 164.947