Cricket Betting at 189 bet — Bet on All Formats from T20 to Test
Bet on every BPL, IPL and international cricket match using decimal, fractional and American odds. Live betting, multiple markets and fast withdrawals — all in one place.
Cricket's Three Formats and Major Tournaments
Cricket betting revolves around three formats — T20, ODI and Test. Each format has its own pace and strategy, and the betting markets differ accordingly.
T20 is the fastest format. With the match finishing in just 20 overs, the odds shift on every ball. Bangladesh's BPL is played in this format, giving fans a close look at local teams. India's IPL is another major stage for T20 cricket.
The ODI format is played over 50 overs, allowing more room for strategy shifts within a match. Bangladesh Tigers matches at the T20 World Cup and other ICC international tournaments attract the most interest from local supporters.
Test cricket lasts five days, so a match can end in a tie or a draw — the market offers three possible outcomes. In longer matches, pitch conditions, weather and the batting lineup shape the way bets are placed.
In football betting, results are settled within 90 minutes, making markets relatively straightforward — goals, handicaps and corners are popular there. Cricket offers specialist markets like wickets, over-by-over run totals and partnerships, which are quite different from football.
Popular Betting Markets with Simple Examples
At 189 bet, bets can be placed across a variety of cricket markets. Below is a simple introduction to six popular markets — all explained using Team A and Team B.
Match Winner
Bet on which team will win the match. In T20 and ODI there are two outcomes — Team A wins or Team B wins. In Test cricket, the draw is also an option.
Example: Team A at 1.65, Team B at 2.30 — a ৳500 bet on Team B returns ৳1,150 if Team B wins (profit ৳650).
Most PopularToss Winner
Bet on which team will win the toss before the match starts. The outcome is entirely independent, so odds for both teams are usually close to each other.
Example: The toss-winning odds for both Team A and Team B are set close to 1.90.
Short-Odds BetTop Run Scorer
Bet on who will score the most runs within a team or across the whole match. Batting order and pitch conditions play an important role here.
Example: Choose one batter from five in Team A and bet on that player to score the most runs.
Player BetTotal Runs Over / Under
Choose whether the total runs in the full match or in a set number of overs will be above (Over) or below (Under) a specified number.
Example: If the Over/Under for total runs in a T20 is set at 155.5, you can bet on either side.
Runs-BasedMulti Bet (Multiple Selections)
Multiple bets can be combined into a single betting slip. If all selections are correct, the payout is much larger — but if even one selection is wrong, the entire bet is lost.
Example: 1.60 × 1.70 × 1.90 = 5.17 — a ৳100 bet returns ৳517, provided all three selections win.
Higher ReturnRuns in a Specific Over Range
Bet on how many runs a team will score in the first 6 overs or Power Play. This market is especially popular in T20. The form of the opening batters plays a big role here.
Example: Team A Power Play runs Over/Under set at 50.5 — a ৳200 bet pays out if the chosen side is correct.
In-Match MarketRemember: Betting is for entertainment. Every market carries risk — always keep your bet amount within what you can afford. Reading the Responsible Gaming guidelines can help make your betting experience more balanced.
Understanding Decimal, Fractional and American Odds
Three different odds formats are used around the world. All three are available at 189 bet — choose whichever you find easiest to follow.
| Format | Odds for Team A to Win | Return on a ৳1,000 Bet |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.25 | ৳2,250 (profit ৳1,250) |
| Fractional | 5/4 | ৳2,250 (profit ৳1,250) |
| American | +125 | ৳2,250 (profit ৳1,250) |
The three odds above express the same probability. Decimal 2.25 means multiplying the bet amount by the odds gives the total return — ৳1,000 × 2.25 = ৳2,250. Fractional 5/4 means ৳5 profit for every ৳4 bet. American +125 means ৳125 profit on a ৳100 bet. If the bet loses, the full ৳1,000 is lost in all three cases.
Odds are lower for the favourite. For example, if Team B's winning odds are 1.25 in decimal, 1/4 in fractional and -400 in American, a ৳1,000 bet returns ৳1,250 (profit ৳250). American minus odds (-400) mean you need to bet ৳400 to win ৳100 profit.
Tip: Most bettors in Bangladesh find the decimal format easiest. Start by reading odds in decimal — the other formats will become easier to understand over time.
Live Betting — Odds Change Every Time a Wicket Falls
Live betting means placing bets while the match is in progress, after every ball. With traditional betting you place your bet before the match starts, but in-play lets you make decisions based on how the game is unfolding.
Say Team A is batting and has scored 85 runs for 2 wickets after 10 overs — at that point Team A's odds to win will shorten because they are in a strong position. If two quick wickets then fall, the odds will lengthen again. These shifts are what make live betting particularly engaging.
A few things to keep in mind for a more comfortable live betting experience:
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Odds change fast — in live markets, odds can update within seconds, so decisions need to be made quickly.
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Read the match situation — how many overs are left, how many wickets have fallen, who is batting — this information helps when deciding on a bet.
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Divide your budget — set aside a fixed amount for the whole session; picking your moments rather than betting on every ball is a better habit.
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Make sure your connection is stable — an unstable internet connection during live betting can delay bet confirmation.
Practical Tips for Cricket Betting
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Understand the format before betting — in T20, the batting team can often turn things around in the final overs, so even if the result seems settled midway, the match can still change.
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Focus on one market at a time — start by gaining experience with the Match Winner market, then gradually try other markets.
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Set your budget in advance — decide how much you will bet each session before you start and stick to that limit.
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Be careful with multi bets — combining more selections increases the return but also the risk. With more than three selections combined, the chance of all of them being correct decreases.
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No rushing in live betting — in in-play, watch an over before placing a bet; you do not need to bet on every ball.
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Betting is entertainment — treat betting as entertainment rather than expecting regular income from it. Winning and losing are both normal.
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