adda Cricket Betting — Complete Guide to Betting on BPL, IPL and International Matches
From T20 to Test, BPL to the T20 World Cup — adda covers every cricket format for betting. Markets from match winner, toss and top batsman to live in-play are all available in one place.
Cricket Formats and Tournaments — How to Bet on Each
Cricket has three main formats — T20, ODI and Test. The pace and strategy of each format differ, so the betting markets vary as well.
T20 is the fastest format. BPL (Bangladesh Premier League) and IPL are played in this format and are the most popular tournaments among Bangladeshi fans. The T20 World Cup is also a major draw for betting. Wickets can fall or big shots can come in any over — which means live odds shift very quickly.
ODI is a fifty-over match. Markets move based on batting partnerships and bowling changes. Bangladesh Tigers ODI series generate strong betting interest in this market.
Test is the longest format, played over five days. Weather, pitch conditions and the result of each session all influence betting. This format includes a draw as a separate market outcome, which is not present in T20 or ODI.
Football and Other Sports Betting — How It Differs from Cricket
Beyond cricket, adda offers betting on football, tennis, hockey and other sports. The betting structure for each sport differs somewhat from cricket.
Football has three outcomes — win, loss and draw. This means football match winner odds are generally lower than cricket. In T20 especially, there is no draw, so odds are split between just two outcomes.
Cricket offers ball-by-ball markets — such as how many runs will be scored in the next over, or who will take the next wicket. Football has markets like number of goals or corner kicks. Tennis has separate markets for each game or set.
For more on betting across different sports at adda, visit the adda Bet page, where all sports market information is available in one place.
Popular Betting Markets — Where Most Cricket Bets Are Placed
Match Winner
The simplest market — pick which team will win the match. In T20 you choose between two outcomes; in Test, a draw is also an option. Example: Team A vs Team B — if you think Team A will win, place your bet on Team A.
Most PopularToss Winner
Pick which team will win the toss before the match starts. Teams look to use the toss to their advantage based on pitch and weather conditions. This is a small, quick market.
Pre-MatchTop Batsman
Pick who will score the most runs in an innings. This market asks you to select the leading batsman within one team or across the whole match. Batting order and pitch type are important factors here.
Skill-BasedTotal Runs Over/Under
Pick whether the total runs in an innings or the whole match will be above or below a set number. Example: will Team A's total runs be more than 165 — this depends on the pitch, weather and bowling strength.
Stats-BasedMulti Bet
Place bets on multiple markets at once and multiply the odds together. Example: bets on three matches at odds of 1.50, 1.70 and 1.80 give combined odds of 1.50 × 1.70 × 1.80 = 4.59; a ৳100 bet returns ৳459 if all three selections are correct — but if any one loses, the entire ৳100 is lost.
Higher ReturnsHandicap and Wicket Markets
In handicap markets, the weaker team is given a virtual head start to level the betting. In wicket markets, you pick whether the total wickets in an innings will be over or under a set number. These are favoured by experienced bettors.
Special MarketsHow to Read Odds — Three Formats Explained
Odds are written in three formats — decimal, fractional and American. They all express the same probability in different ways. Below is an example of the same bet shown in all three formats.
| Odds Format | For Team A to win | For Team B to win |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.25 | 1.80 |
| Fractional | 5/4 | 4/5 |
| American | +125 | -125 |
Example 1 — Team A (Underdog)
Team A's odds are 2.25 (Decimal) = 5/4 (Fractional) = +125 (American). A ৳500 bet returns ৳1,125 if Team A wins — that is ৳625 profit plus the original ৳500 back. If they lose, ৳500 is gone.
Example 2 — Team B (Favourite)
Team B's odds are 1.80 (Decimal) = 4/5 (Fractional) = -125 (American). American minus odds show how much you need to stake to win 100. A ৳500 bet on Team B returns ৳900 if they win (৳400 profit).
A Simple Rule for Understanding Odds Formats
- Decimal — straightforward. Stake × odds = total return.
- Fractional — for calculating profit. 5/4 means ৳5 profit on a ৳4 stake.
- American — plus means profit on 100; minus means how much to stake to win 100.
Live In-Play Betting — How Odds Shift with Wickets and Overs
In-play betting lets you place bets while the match is in progress. In cricket this is particularly engaging because every ball can change the course of the game.
When a batting team is losing wickets quickly, their odds of winning increase — meaning a bet offers higher potential returns, but the risk is also greater. Conversely, when a strong partnership builds, that team's odds shorten.
After the powerplay, through the middle overs and into the death overs — each phase presents a different match situation and markets shift accordingly. In T20, one big shot in the final two overs can change everything.
In the example above, Team A and Team B's odds are 1.65 and 2.30 respectively. A ৳500 bet on Team B returns ৳1,150 if Team B wins (৳650 profit); if Team A wins, the ৳500 is lost. (Teams and odds are for illustration only — not a guarantee of live odds or outcomes.)
Some Practical Tips for Cricket Betting
Betting is a form of entertainment. It is not a guaranteed way to make money — any market can go either way. The tips below can help you bet more mindfully.
Choose markets based on the format
Betting markets differ between T20 and Test. Wicket and over-based markets are more active in T20; session-based markets are more relevant in Test.
Set your budget in advance
Decide how much you will stake before each session. Stick to your limit rather than reinvesting winnings into more bets.
Be careful with multi bets
Multi bets offer higher odds, but the entire stake is lost if any selection is wrong. Starting with fewer selections is the sensible approach.
Do not rush in live betting
In-play markets move fast. Rather than acting on impulse, watch how the match is developing before placing a bet.
Betting is easier on the app
The adda Android and iOS app is available through official channels. Live scores and markets can be viewed together on the app.
Play responsibly
Betting is entertainment, not a source of income. Read the guidelines on the Responsible Gaming page for more information.
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