Cricket Betting at 89db – Bet on BPL, IPL and T20 Matches
Bet on cricket — Bangladesh's favourite sport — at 89db. Match winner, toss, top batsman and live in-play betting, all in one place.
Three Formats of Cricket and Major Tournaments
Before betting on cricket, it is important to understand the formats, because the style of play differs in each one and directly affects betting outcomes.
The fastest and most aggressive format. Each team plays only 20 overs, so the momentum can shift at any moment. BPL and IPL attract the highest betting volume in this format.
Strategy plays a bigger role in 50-over ODI matches. The ICC World Cup is also played in this format, where the Bangladesh Tigers regularly draw attention.
Five-day Test cricket includes the possibility of a draw, which creates a third result in the market. The longer match also provides more opportunities for in-play betting.
BPL is Bangladesh's own franchise tournament and the most familiar to Bangladeshi bettors. IPL is held in India but has a large following of viewers and bettors in Bangladesh. The T20 World Cup and ICC Championship are the biggest international-level markets.
Differences Between Football and Other Sports Betting
Alongside cricket, 89db also offers betting on football and several other sports. However, there are some fundamental differences between cricket and football betting markets.
In football, the match winner market has three possible outcomes — Team A wins, Team B wins, or a draw. In T20 or ODI cricket there is no draw, only two outcomes. This is why cricket odds are generally distributed differently. In Test cricket, a draw is possible, which similarly creates three outcomes just like football.
Half-time/full-time and goalscorer markets are popular in football, while top batsman, top wicket-taker and the over in which the first wicket falls are cricket-specific markets. Although the markets of both sports differ, the core principle of betting — understanding odds and staying within your limits — is the same.
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Popular Betting Markets and How They Work
Cricket betting is not limited to a single question of "who will win" — there are dozens of markets to choose from. Below are the most commonly used ones.
Match Winner
The market for which team will win the match. Two outcomes in T20 and ODI, three in Test. Example: if you bet on Team A to win and Team B wins, the bet is lost.
Toss Winner
The market for which team will win the toss. It has no relation to the match result — it is solely a coin flip outcome. A straightforward market, though the odds are generally nearly even.
Top Batsman
The market for which player will score the most runs in the match. The team's batting order and the pattern of wickets falling influence this market.
Total Runs Over / Under
A market on whether the total runs scored in a specific over or across an entire innings will be above or below a set number. Example: whether total runs in the first 6 overs will exceed 50.
Over of First Wicket
The market for which over the first wicket will fall in. The opening form of both the bowling and batting sides matters here. Odds in this market change quickly during live betting.
Multi Bet
Multiple bets on different matches or events are combined into one. If all selections win the return is large, but if even one loses the entire bet is lost. The odds of each selection are multiplied together.
About the Handicap Market
In a handicap market, the weaker team is given an advantage in terms of runs or wickets, so that the contest appears even on paper. The key point to understand here is that the bet outcome is determined by whether a team wins with the handicap applied — no specific monetary example is needed.
How to Read and Understand Odds
Odds tell you how much you will get back if your bet wins. The same odds are written differently across three common formats — decimal, fractional and American. Below, all three formats are explained using a practical example.
Example 1 — Team A to win, stake ৳200
The three formats look different but mean the same thing. If the bet wins, you get back ৳500 (৳300 profit + original ৳200 stake). If the bet loses, ৳200 is gone.
Example 2 — Team B is favourite, stake ৳200
American minus odds show how much you need to stake to win ৳100. A winning ৳200 bet returns ৳250 (৳50 profit). These are favourite odds — lower profit because the chance of winning is considered higher.
Most online platforms use the decimal format because it is straightforward — multiply the odds figure by the stake to get the total return.
When a Wicket Falls, Odds Shift — How Live Betting Works
Live or in-play betting means you can place bets after the match has started. In cricket, every ball, every wicket and every over instantly affects the odds.
Say Team A is in a strong position after 10 overs of a T20 match — the odds for Team A to win will shorten because their chance of winning is now considered higher. But if three wickets fall in the next over, the odds can flip quickly.
In over-by-over betting, a new market opens before each over and closes once it ends. Making betting decisions in this fast-changing environment requires an understanding of the match's momentum and pitch conditions.
In-play betting is most engaging in T20 because momentum shifts fast. In Test cricket, in-play markets move more slowly, where pitch behaviour and weather play a bigger role.
Useful Habits for Cricket Betting
Betting is a form of entertainment. Following the habits below leads to a better experience and makes it easier to avoid unnecessary losses.
Set a Budget Beforehand
Before each session, decide the maximum amount you are willing to bet and stick to that limit. If you lose, it is better not to place a larger bet to try to recover the loss.
Choose Markets Based on Format
Total runs and in-play markets work well in T20, while match draw or series winner markets are more stable in Test cricket. Pick your markets based on the format.
Keep Multi Bet Selections Limited
Adding more selections to a multi bet increases the potential return, but reduces the chance of all of them winning. A multi bet with 2–3 selections is generally more balanced.
Avoid Rushing in Live Betting
Odds move fast in in-play markets. Rather than making an instant decision out of excitement, watch for a moment and then place your bet.
Play Responsibly
Betting is for entertainment — it is not a guaranteed way to make a profit. Know your limits and take a break when needed. Read our guide to find out more about responsible gaming.
Read the Rules First
Every market and bonus has its own rules. Reading the terms and conditions once helps you avoid confusion later.
Start Cricket Betting at 89db
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to some common questions about cricket betting.
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