Cricket Follow-On Calculator

Calculate follow-on targets for test cricket matches

Test Match
First-Class
5-Day
4-Day
3-Day

Follow-On Status

Available
Team batting second is 150 runs behind
150
Lead/Deficit
200
Required to Avoid
200
Follow-On Margin

Rules Summary

In a 5-day Test match, a team can enforce the follow-on if they lead by at least 200 runs after the first innings.

The follow-on decision allows the team with the lead to make the opposition bat again immediately instead of batting their own second innings.

This calculator provides follow-on information based on official cricket rules. For the most current rules, always refer to the ICC or relevant cricket board regulations.