cricket guru Cricket Betting — T20 to Test, BPL to World Cup
Cricket is not just a sport in Bangladesh — it runs deep in people's feelings here. cricket guru offers detailed markets for T20, ODI and Test matches, live in-play betting, and easy payments, all on one platform.
Cricket's Three Formats and Betting
Before betting on cricket, the first thing to know is which format is being played. T20, ODI and Test matches each have a different pace and nature, and the markets change accordingly.
T20: The fastest format — a battle to score the most runs in 20 overs. BPL (Bangladesh Premier League), IPL and the T20 World Cup are the three tournaments most popular with fans in Bangladesh. Because the run rate and match pace change quickly in T20, betting markets tend to move more.
ODI: A 50-over match that requires both strategy and stamina. The Bangladesh Tigers' ODI performance in ICC events is a subject of particular interest for bettors here.
Test: In this five-day format, a draw is a possible result, so the markets differ from T20 or ODI. There are separate markets for series winner, runs by day, and number of wickets.
Beyond Cricket — Football and Other Sports
Cricket is the main draw at cricket guru, but football and several other sports are available too. Football offers markets for match winner, goalscorer and half-time result — a draw is also a result here, which is different from T20 or ODI cricket. While points shift within football's 90 minutes, the betting process is the same — view the odds, pick a market, and place your bet.
Tennis has only two possible results (no draw), offers set-by-set markets, and matches can run quite long. For more details on tennis betting, see the cricket guru tennis betting guide.
For those who want to enjoy sports betting in a virtual setting, cricket guru Virtual Sports offers simulated matches — you can place bets on these any time of day or night.
Cricket
T20 to Test — a draw is only possible in Test. The most markets and live betting options available.
Football
90-minute match — draw possible. Markets for goalscorer, half-time result and total goals.
Tennis
Only two results — no draw. Separate markets by set and game.
Popular Cricket Betting Markets
cricket guru offers a range of markets for every match. Below is a brief introduction to seven commonly used markets.
Match Winner
Simply pick which team will win the match. There is no draw in T20 or ODI, so place your bet on one of the two outcomes. If you think Team A will win, bet at those odds.
Toss Winner
Pick which team will win the toss — this market is open before the match starts. Since the result does not depend directly on on-field conditions, the odds are usually close to even.
Top Batsman
Pick which batter will score the most runs in a specific innings. Understanding a player's recent form and batting order is important in this market.
Total Runs Over/Under
Choose whether the total runs in a match or innings will be more (over) or less (under) than a set number. Example: Team A's first innings total runs over/under 160.
Multi Bet (Multiple Selections)
Combine selections from multiple markets into one bet. You win only if every selection is correct — one wrong selection and the entire bet is lost. The risk is higher, but so is the return if you get it right.
First Wicket Runs
How many runs will the team score before the first wicket falls — this market weighs both the openers' form and the sharpness of the bowling attack.
Handicap Betting
To level out the difference in strength between two teams, one team is given a virtual advantage or disadvantage. For example, if Team A is given a 15-run handicap, 15 runs are deducted from their final score to determine the result.
How to Read Odds
Odds are written in three formats — decimal, fractional and American. cricket guru generally shows decimal format, but knowing all three is useful in any situation.
| Format | Team A wins (example) | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 3.00 | Total bet value × 3 = return |
| Fractional | 2/1 | ৳2 profit for every ৳1 staked |
| American | +200 | ৳200 profit on a ৳100 bet |
Team A wins — stake ৳200. Decimal 3.00 = Fractional 2/1 = American +200. If Team A wins, you get back ৳600 (৳400 profit + ৳200 stake). If Team A loses, ৳200 is lost.
Favourite Team B wins — stake ৳200. Decimal 1.25 = Fractional 1/4 = American -400 (American minus odds show how much you need to stake to win ৳100). If Team B wins, you get back ৳250 (৳50 profit).
Live In-Play Betting — While the Match Is On
Live betting means you can place bets after the match has started. On cricket guru, odds change with every over and wicket, so bettors can make decisions as the situation develops.
For example, if the first team has scored 65 runs in 10 overs with 2 wickets down, the market for total runs in the remaining innings will shift. A quick wicket can worsen the batting team's odds, while a big over can improve them.
A few things to keep in mind with in-play betting:
- Odds change fast — if you take too long to decide, the market may close.
- Odds move the most during the powerplay or death overs.
- After a wicket, the market often stays closed for a short while.
- Live betting is for entertainment — it is better not to place large bets across all markets of a single match at once.
Live betting is also available on mobile through the cricket guru App.
Some Practical Habits for Cricket Betting
Betting is a form of entertainment — it does not guarantee profit. The habits below can help keep your betting experience more organised.
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