In the first 10 overs of a cricket game, the run rate was only 7.2. What should be the average run rate in the remaining 40 overs to reach the target of 272 runs?

5

Total runs in 1st 10 overs = 10 x 7.2 = 72

Required rums for 40 overs = 272 - 72 = 200

Required average run rate for 40 overs = \(\frac{200}{40}\) = 5

∴ The average run rate in the remaining 40 overs should be 5