Cricket Betting at 888 bet — the best betting experience on BPL, IPL and international matches
From T20 to Test — cricket fans in Bangladesh can bet on their preferred format at 888 bet. Easily place bets across various markets including match winner, toss, and top batsman.
Three cricket formats and the competitions Bangladeshis follow most
The first step in cricket betting is understanding the formats, because the nature of each format affects your betting strategy. All three formats are available on 888 bet.
T20
The fastest and most popular format. Each team plays only 20 overs, resulting in a high run rate. BPL (Bangladesh Premier League), IPL and the T20 World Cup are the most talked-about competitions among Bangladeshi fans. In T20, the result can change right up to the final over, which makes live betting particularly engaging.
ODI
The 50-over format tests both batting and bowling. The ICC Cricket World Cup and bilateral series are played in ODI format. Bangladesh Tigers are known for their strong ODI performances. Odds can shift considerably during the middle overs of an innings.
Test
The five-day format tests patience and strategy. A draw is a possible outcome in Test cricket, so the markets are structured differently. Markets such as series result, first innings lead, and top wicket-taker are more commonly found in Test cricket.
The competitions Bangladeshi cricket fans follow most
BPL generates widespread excitement among Bangladeshi cricket fans every season. Alongside familiar local faces, international players also take part in this domestic league. IPL is also hugely popular in Bangladesh, particularly because of the T20 format. For ICC tournaments — especially the T20 World Cup and Champions Trophy — both the range and number of betting markets increase. 888 bet offers betting on matches across all these competitions.
Beyond cricket, football betting is also available at 888 bet, covered separately below.
Football and other sports betting
At 888 bet, you can bet on football as well as cricket. Just as cricket betting has markets like match winner and top batsman, football offers goalscorer, number of corners, and handicap markets. The key difference between the two is the result structure — T20 and ODI cricket generally cannot end in a draw, so only two outcomes are available, whereas in football all three results — win, loss, and draw — are possible.
The pace of live betting also differs by sport. In cricket, odds can change after every wicket or boundary, while in football major shifts are seen after goals.
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5 betting markets that are used most
Understanding the markets before placing a bet is important. Each market answers a different kind of question — who will win, how many runs will be scored, or which player will perform well.
Match Winner
The simplest market — choose which of the two teams will win. T20 and ODI matches generally do not end in a draw, so there are only two options. Example: Team A or Team B — pick one and place your bet.
Match BettingToss
This market is about who will win the toss before the match begins — it is completely separate and does not depend directly on on-field tactics. In T20 matches, the toss result can sometimes matter due to ground conditions.
Match BettingTop Batsman
This market asks who will score the most runs for a given team — you pick the top scorer within one side. A good understanding of the team's batting order helps when analysing this market.
Player BettingTotal Runs Over / Under
Choose whether the total runs in the full match or a single innings will be above or below a set line. Example: if the line is 160 runs, choosing over means you expect 161 or more runs to be scored.
TotalsMulti Bet
Combining multiple bets onto a single slip is a multi bet. If all bets win, the odds multiply and the return can be much higher. However, if any one bet loses, the entire stake is lost. Example: three bets at odds of 1.40, 1.50 and 1.80 — combined odds are approximately 3.78, so a ৳100 bet returns ৳378.
Multiple BetsTop Wicket-Taker
This market asks which bowler will take the most wickets in the match. It is available in both T20 and ODI. Pitch conditions and weather can sometimes affect the effectiveness of pace bowlers and spinners.
Bowler BettingDecimal, fractional and American odds — three examples
Three odds formats are used across betting platforms including 888 bet. All three express the same probability — only the way they are written differs. Two examples below make this clear.
Example 1 — Team A to win (৳200 bet)
| Format | Format | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.25 | ৳200 × 2.25 = ৳450 return (profit ৳250) |
| Fractional | 5/4 | ৳5 profit for every ৳4 staked |
| American | +125 | ৳125 profit on a ৳100 bet |
If Team A wins, ৳450 is returned (profit ৳250 + original stake ৳200); if they lose, ৳200 is gone.
Example 2 — Favourite Team B to win (৳200 bet)
| Format | Format | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 1.80 | ৳200 × 1.80 = ৳360 return (profit ৳160) |
| Fractional | 4/5 | ৳4 profit for every ৳5 staked |
| American | -125 | A ৳125 bet is needed to make ৳100 profit |
Team B is the favourite — decimal 1.80 means lower odds, lower profit, but a higher implied probability.
In American odds, a minus sign (e.g. −125) means that team is the favourite — you need to stake that amount to win ৳100. A plus sign (+125) means the underdog — a ৳100 bet wins that amount in profit.
In-play betting — odds shift with every wicket and over
Live or in-play betting means placing bets while the match is in progress. In cricket this is especially popular because the situation can change with every ball, every wicket, and every over.
Suppose in a T20 match Team A has lost 4 wickets in the first 6 overs. The odds on Team A that were available before the match will now lengthen — because the pressure on the remaining batters is greater. This is exactly how odds keep shifting throughout live betting.
- If several wickets fall during the powerplay, the chasing team's odds lengthen
- If the required run rate rises in the final 5 overs, the defending team's odds shorten
- When a set batsman gets out, odds can change quickly
- Timing matters when betting on over-by-over total runs markets
Easy mobile access is important for enjoying in-play betting. The 888 App lets you follow live markets from any device.
Things to keep in mind when betting on cricket
Set a budget
Decide how much you will bet on each match before you start. Betting is for entertainment — no strategy guarantees a win. Read the Responsible Gaming page for guidance on betting responsibly.
Understand the format
The same market works differently in T20 and Test cricket. T20 can change quickly; in Tests, the result of one session can influence the next. Consider the characteristics of the format before placing a bet.
Be careful with multi bets
Multi bets can offer higher returns, but all selections must win. If even one loses, the entire stake is gone. Start with fewer selections to build experience.
Stay focused during live betting
Odds in in-play markets change fast. Watching the match live while betting helps you read the situation better. Rather than rushing a decision, take another look at the market during the break between overs.
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