789bet bd Cricket Betting – Complete Guide to Understanding Odds for BPL, T20 and International Matches
A straightforward betting guide in English for cricket fans in Bangladesh — formats, markets, odds and live betting, all in one place.
Cricket's three formats and how they differ for betting
Twenty20
Each team plays just 20 overs. The pace is fast, runs come quickly, and the result can change right up to the final over. BPL and IPL are played in this format, so it is the most familiar to fans in Bangladesh. T20 is particularly interesting for betting because the odds on a market can shift significantly within just a few overs.
One Day International
A 50-over match — it runs longer than T20 and strategy plays a comparatively bigger role. Bangladesh Tigers' ICC events and bilateral series are mostly played in the ODI format. A longer game means more markets are open to bettors.
Test Cricket
A five-day match and the most traditional form of cricket. A draw is a distinct result here, so the market has three options — Team A win, Team B win, and draw. The variety of betting markets is also greater, since each innings can be used separately.
BPL, IPL and International Tournaments
The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) brings a festival season for cricket fans in the country every year. Many people first take an interest in betting while watching their local teams play. The IPL is Indian but equally popular with fans in Bangladesh. And Bangladesh Tigers' matches at the T20 World Cup and ICC Champions Trophy attract the highest levels of interest.
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How football betting differs from cricket and other sports
Like cricket, football is popular at 789bet bd. However, the betting structure of the two sports is quite different. Football matches end within 90 minutes and a draw is a common result, so the market always has three options. T20 or ODI cricket generally has no draw, making the market straightforward — either Team A or Team B.
In cricket you can also bet on specific events such as overs, wickets and partnership runs, which is comparable to betting on goalscorers or corner counts in football. Each sport has its own rhythm, so having experience in one does not mean the other will come naturally.
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Popular cricket betting markets
A brief overview of the types of bets available in each market and how the result is determined.
Match Winner
Which team will win the match — this is the simplest market. In T20 or ODI there are only two options; in Test there are three (Team A, Team B, draw). Example: if you bet on Team A as the favourite, you receive a return if Team A wins; otherwise the bet is lost.
Toss Winner
Which team will win the toss before the match starts — the match performance has no effect on this market. It is a completely separate event and exists as its own market in betting. Example: if you bet on Team B to win the toss, the result is settled as soon as the toss takes place.
Top Run Scorer
Which batsman will score the most runs in the match. You can bet within one team or across the entire match. This is a more complex market because you need to track multiple players. Example: who will score the most runs for Team A — each batsman in this market has their own individual odds.
Total Runs Over / Under
Whether the total runs in the full match or a single innings will be more (Over) or less (Under) than a set number. Example: Total runs Over/Under 160 in a T20 match — if you think both teams combined will score more than 160, bet on Over.
Powerplay Runs
How many runs will be scored in the first 6 overs (the Powerplay) — this market is popular in T20 and ODI. Early wickets mean fewer runs; an aggressive start means more. Example: will Team A score more than 50 runs in the Powerplay — the bet is placed on that decision.
Multi Bet (Multiple Selections)
Combining bets from multiple matches or markets into one — if all selections are correct, the return multiplies significantly. Example: if you combine Match Winner bets on three separate matches, all three must win; if one loses, the entire bet is lost. Higher potential returns come with higher risk.
How to read odds in three formats
The odds for the same market in the same match can be expressed in three ways — Decimal, Fractional and American. The numbers look different but all three represent the same value.
Two real-world examples are given below. No team names are used — these are only meant to show how the calculation works, not to promise any actual odds or winnings.
| Format | Team A Win (Example 1) | Team B Win (Example 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.25 | 1.50 |
| Fractional | 5/4 | 1/2 |
| American | +125 | -200 |
| Return on ৳500 bet | ৳1,125 (৳625 profit + ৳500 stake) | ৳750 (৳250 profit + ৳500 stake) |
Example 1 (Underdog): Team A's odds are Decimal 2.25, Fractional 5/4, American +125. A ৳500 bet returns a total of ৳1,125 if Team A wins — ৳625 profit plus the original ৳500 stake. If Team A loses, the ৳500 is lost.
Example 2 (Favourite): Team B's odds are Decimal 1.50, Fractional 1/2, American -200 (meaning you need to stake ৳200 to win ৳100). A ৳500 bet returns a total of ৳750 if Team B wins — including ৳250 profit.
In American odds, a '+' sign means the underdog (how much profit on a ৳100 bet), and a '−' sign means the favourite (how much you need to stake to make ৳100 profit). Decimal odds are generally the easiest to read — simply multiply to get the total return.
Live betting — how odds change during a match
Placing a bet after a match has already started is called live or in-play betting. In cricket this is especially significant because every wicket, six or dot ball directly changes the odds.
LIVE What events cause the odds to change?
- When a wicket falls, the batting team's odds rise (their chance of winning decreases) and the bowling team's odds fall.
- When consecutive boundaries are hit, the batting team's odds drop quickly.
- When a large number of runs are needed in the final over, the market moves in favour of the bowling team.
- If play stops due to rain, odds may be suspended temporarily.
Decisions in live betting need to be made quickly. A market can close within seconds. Having a good sense of how a match is developing beforehand is an advantage.
Some practical tips for cricket betting
- Focus on one format: The markets for T20, ODI and Test are different. Get a solid understanding of one format's markets before moving to another.
- Pitch and weather conditions matter: A batting-friendly pitch produces more runs; a bowler-friendly pitch produces fewer. This difference has a direct effect on the total runs Over/Under market.
- Keep the number of selections in a multi bet low: The more selections you combine, the lower the chance that every one of them is correct. Many people find 2–3 selections together more manageable.
- Set your budget in advance: Decide how much you will put in before you start. Betting is a form of entertainment — you should not go beyond your budget in the hope of winning.
- Start with tournaments you know: You will have more interest and knowledge in BPL or Bangladesh's international series, making them a good starting point for new bettors.
Bet Responsibly
Cricket betting is a form of entertainment — it is not a reliable source of income. There is no guarantee of winning any bet. If you lose, trying to recover losses by placing more bets is not advisable.
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