Ellyse Perry vs Lauren Bell: All-Rounder Stats, Batting & Bowling Comparison

Ellyse Perry and Lauren Bell represent two different generations and roles. Ellis has been considered one of the best all-rounders in the history of the game across all three international formats for over a decade. Meanwhile, Lauren Bell has emerged as one of England’s most promising fast bowlers, known for her accuracy and wicket-taking ability.

Let’s dive into a statistical comparison that examines the international records of both players in Test, One Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 International (T20I) cricket.

Test Cricket

Batting

Ellyse Perry’s batting record is very popular. Perry has scored 1006 runs at an extraordinary average of 59.17. She has also scored 2 centuries and 5 half-centuries in 15 matches. Her 24 innings and highest score of 213* emphasises her ability to play long innings. Lauren Bell managed to score 19 runs in 5 matches at an average of 9.50, even though she is mainly known as a bowler. Despite not scoring any half-centuries, she managed to remain unbeaten 6 times.

Player	Years	Mat	Inn	NO	Runs	HS	Bat Avg.	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s
Ellyse Perry	2008-	15	24	7	1006	213*	59.17	2156	46.66	2	5	129	2
Lauren Bell	2022-	5	8	6	19	8	9.50	82	23.17	0	0	3	0

Bowling

Both players have been successful bowlers, which is not surprising as Ellyse Perry is known as an all-rounder and Lauren Bell is known primarily for her excellent bowling. However, Perry’s record seems more efficient. She has taken 39 wickets at an average of 21.82 and has best figures of 6/32 in an innings and 9/70 in a match. Lauren Bell has dismissed the opposition 18 times at a reasonable average of 24.11, with best figures of 4/27 and 8/76. While Bell has a strike rate of 41.60, Ellyse Perry’s lower economy rate of 2.47, higher wicket tally and strong match-winning performances give her the edge.

Player	Years	Inn	Runs Conceded	Wkts	Best Bowling Figures (Inn)	Best Bowling Figures (Match)	Bowl Avg.	Economy	Bowling SR	4 Wkts Haul	5 Wkts Haul	10 Wkts Haul
Ellyse Perry	2008–	23	851	39	6/32	9/70	21.82	2.47	52.80	1	2	0
Lauren Bell	2022–	9	434	18	4/27	8/76	24.11	3.47	41.60	2	0	0

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ODI Cricket

Batting

Ellyse Perry’s background and expertise in ODI cricket is clear. She has scored 4,581 runs in 168 matches at an average of 48.22. 3 centuries and 37 half-centuries are the highlights of her batting record. Lauren Bell has scored 58 runs in 34 matches at an average of 8.28. The difference between their scores shows Perry’s exceptional boundary hitting skills, longevity and run-scoring ability which makes this comparison one-sided in favour of the Australian all-rounder.

Player	Years	Mat	Inn	NO	Runs	HS	Bat Avg.	BF	Bat SR	100s	50s	4s	6s
Ellyse Perry	2007-	168	140	45	4581	112*	48.22	5826	78.63	3	37	404	53
Lauren Bell	2022-	34	13	6	58	12	8.28	100	58.00	0	0	7	1

Bowling

Ellyse Perry again leads in overall achievements, taking 166 wickets at an average of 25.56, including a career-best 7/22 and three five-wicket hauls. Bell has collected 49 wickets at an average of 28.79, with best figures of 5/37. Bell’s strike rate is slightly better, but Perry’s larger wicket tally, superior average, and greater impact through multiple five-wicket performances underline her stronger ODI bowling record.

Player	Years	Inn	Runs Conceded	Wkts	Best Bowling Figures (Inn)	Best Bowling Figures (Match)	Bowling Avg.	Economy	Bowling SR	4 Wkts Haul	5 Wkts Haul	10 Wkts Haul
Ellyse Perry	2007-	139	4243	166	7/22	7/22	25.56	4.38	34.90	1	3	0
Lauren Bell	2022-	33	1411	49	5/37	5/37	28.79	5.43	31.70	1	1	0

T20 International Cricket

Batting

Perry has contributed a lot through her batting in T20Is, scoring 2,333 runs at an average of 30.29 and having a strike rate of over 117. She has also scored nine half-centuries. On the other hand, Lauren Bell has scored four runs in four innings, which shows her skills in bowling as well as batting. Perry’s batting record of 217 fours and 49 sixes makes her an impressive batsman in this format as well.

Player	Years	Mat	Inn	NO	Runs	HS	Bat Avg.	BF	Bat SR	100s	50s	4s	6s
Ellyse Perry	2008-	175	118	41	2333	75	30.29	1985	117.53	0	9	217	49
Lauren Bell	2022-	43	4	2	4	2	2.00	12	33.33	0	0	0	0

Bowling

This is the closest bowling comparison between the two players. Lauren Bell has taken 62 wickets at an exceptional average of 18.04 and a strike rate of 15.0. Perry’s figures of 127 wickets at an average of 18.89 and strike rate of 19.4 make Lauren’s records marginally better. Even though, statistically, Bell’s efficiency is slightly better, Perry’s overall body of work remains stronger.”

Player	Years	Inn	Runs Conceded	Wkts	Best Bowling Figures (Inn)	Best Bowling Figures (Match)	Bowl Avg.	Economy	Bowling SR	4 Wkts Haul	5 Wkts Haul	10 Wkts Haul
Ellyse Perry	2008-	139	2400	127	4/12	4/12	18.89	5.84	19.40	4	0	0
Lauren Bell	2022-	43	1119	62	4/12	4/12	18.04	7.20	15.00	1	0	0

Conclusion

This comparison clearly highlights Ellyse Perry’s status as one of the most successful all-rounders in women’s cricket. She has a significant advantage in batting across all formats. Her bowling record is equally impressive, with a remarkable wicket tally and many other outstanding performances.

Since Lauren Bell is in the early stages of her international career, she has established herself as a highly effective pace bowler. Although her contribution with the bat has been limited, she has delivered excellent bowling performances.

Overall, Perry’s experience and all-round excellence put her ahead in this comparison. However, Bell’s performances suggest that she has the potential to become one of the leading bowlers in the coming years as her international career continues to develop.

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