Cricket Betting at hi77 — Complete Guide to Betting on BPL, IPL and T20 Matches
Cricket is more than a sport in Bangladesh — it is a passion. At hi77 you will find all popular markets for T20, ODI and Test matches in one place — from live odds during the match to the toss. This guide explains every aspect of cricket betting in plain English.
The Three Cricket Formats and Major Tournaments
Understanding the differences between formats before placing a bet is important. The types of markets and how odds are calculated vary slightly across each format.
T20: The fastest format. Each team faces 20 overs and the match finishes in just a few hours. BPL, IPL and the T20 World Cup are the three tournaments most popular among cricket fans in Bangladesh. Interest is highest when the Tigers are playing.
ODI: One-day international matches, 50 overs each. The ICC World Cup is played in this format. Run rate and partnership markets are most popular here.
Test: The longest format, played over five days. Series winner markets are most common here. Because a draw is possible, there are three outcomes — Team A win, Team B win or draw.
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Differences in Betting on Football and Other Sports
In football there are usually three possible outcomes — home win, away win or draw. In limited-overs cricket there is no draw, so there are two outcomes. Because of this difference, cricket odds are calculated slightly differently.
Football also has goal line and corner markets, while cricket has run rate and wicket markets. Tennis and badminton offer set-based markets. hi77 has a separate section for each of these sports.
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6 Popular Markets and How They Work
These markets are available for every cricket match on hi77. Here is a brief overview of how each one works.
Match Winner
A bet on which of the two teams will win. In limited-overs matches there are only two options — Team A or Team B. The simplest and most common market.
Toss Winner
Which team will win the toss before the match starts. The result does not depend on match performance. Odds are generally close to equal for both teams.
Top Batsman
A bet on which batsman will score the most runs in a team's innings. Odds are set based on the team's batting order and the match situation.
Total Runs — Over/Under
A run target is set for the match. You bet on whether the actual runs scored will be above that number (over) or below it (under). Pitch and weather conditions influence this market.
Multi Bet
Selections from multiple matches can be combined into a single bet. All selections must be correct to win. For example, three selections at odds 1.50 × 1.60 × 1.80 = 4.32 (approximately), so a ৳100 bet returns ৳432 — but only if all three win; losing one means the entire ৳100 is lost.
First Wicket of the Innings
A market on which bowler will take the first wicket in the first innings. Odds are higher in this market because there are several possible bowlers. A correct pick can give a good return.
Learn to Read Odds — Three Formats
Understanding odds before placing a bet is the most important thing. The same value is written in three different ways.
| Format | How it is written | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.25 | Total return on a ৳1,000 bet is ৳2,250 (profit ৳1,250) |
| Fractional | 5/4 | ৳4 staked returns ৳5 profit; on ৳1,000 the profit is ৳1,250 |
| American | +125 | Plus sign = underdog; profit of 125 on a stake of 100 |
Example 1 (Underdog): A bet on Team A to win at decimal odds 2.25 = fractional 5/4 = American +125. A ৳1,000 bet returns ৳2,250 if you win (৳1,250 profit + ৳1,000 original stake); if you lose, ৳1,000 is gone.
Example 2 (Favourite): Team B at decimal odds 1.50 = fractional 1/2 = American -200. American minus odds show how much you need to stake to make a profit of 100. A ৳1,000 bet returns ৳1,500 if you win (profit ৳500).
Keep in mind
- Decimal odds are the simplest — they show the total return directly.
- Fractional odds are used more in the UK; they show the profit.
- American plus (+) = underdog; minus (–) = favourite.
- hi77 displays decimal odds by default.
- Betting is for entertainment only — winning and losing are both possible.
Live In-Play Betting — Bet While the Match is On
With in-play betting you can place bets after the match has started. Odds change instantly when a wicket falls or a big over is bowled. If a team's batsmen hit several boundaries in a row, that team's odds of winning shorten — because they become the favourite.
Say Team A has scored 140 runs with no wickets lost after 15 overs. At that point Team A's odds will have dropped considerably, while Team B's odds will have lengthened. Betting in this situation means taking into account shifting probabilities.
Live betting allows quick decisions, but the main goal is to enjoy the game with a clear head. Read our responsible gaming guidelines for a balanced approach to betting.
You can follow live scores and use in-play markets through the hi77 mobile app. Android (APK) and iOS versions are available through official channels.
Useful Tips for Cricket Betting
Some practical advice from experience to help keep your betting more informed and controlled.
- Understand the format first: In T20 a match can turn in the final over; in Test a draw is possible — each format has its own pace.
- Get good at one market: Rather than spreading across all markets at once, try to understand one or two markets well.
- Set a budget: Decide in advance how much you are setting aside for entertainment each week or month. Staying within that limit is the sensible approach.
- Be patient in in-play: Odds change fast. Read the situation rather than making rushed decisions.
- Be careful with multi bets: Returns are higher with multiple selections, but losing just one means the entire bet is lost. Start with small stakes.
- Follow the live score: Choosing a market with an understanding of how the match is going is a good habit. Scores are easy to follow on the hi77 app.
- Accept losses: Bets cannot always be won. Avoid placing a large bet immediately after a loss — this is entertainment, not a business.
- Read the rules: It is a good idea to read hi77's terms and conditions before betting.
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