8mbet Cricket Betting — Complete Guide for BPL, IPL and International Matches
Markets for all formats from T20 to Test, a simple guide to understanding odds, and live betting — all in one place at 8mbet's cricket section.
The Three Cricket Formats and Tournaments Popular with Bangladeshis
In Bangladesh, cricket is more than a sport — it is a passion. 8mbet's cricket section offers betting across three separate formats, each with its own strategy and market types.
T20 — The Fastest Format
In a match of just 20 overs, results can change very quickly. World-famous tournaments like BPL and IPL are played in T20 format. In T20, odds move on every ball, which makes live betting especially popular.
ODI — The 50-Over Contest
One-day international matches have two innings, which makes markets like top batsman or total runs more significant. The ICC Cricket World Cup and bilateral series are played in ODI format.
Test — The Patience Test
In five-day Test cricket, a draw is a valid result. Series betting and session markets here require a specific strategy. Rain or pitch conditions can have a large impact on odds.
BPL, IPL and International Matches
The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) is at the centre of cricket excitement every year. The Indian Premier League (IPL) is the most-watched T20 league in the world. The ICC T20 World Cup and Asia Cup also make up the major betting season of the year.
At 8mbet, you can bet on matches from all these tournaments across various markets — both before the match starts and while it is in progress.
Betting on Football and Other Sports — How It Differs from Cricket
Alongside cricket, football is also very popular in Bangladesh. Football offers markets like match winner, goalscorer, or half-time result. Just as odds shift over-by-over in cricket, in football they update instantly after a goal.
The key difference is the rhythm of the game. In T20 cricket, every wicket or six moves odds significantly; in football, goals are relatively rare so each one brings a much bigger shift. In sports like tennis or kabaddi the points rhythm is different — and the depth of markets is also less.
For more details on betting at 8mbet, visit the 8mbet Bet section, where all sports markets are available in one place.
Popular Cricket Betting Markets — How They Work
At 8mbet, you can bet on various cricket markets. Each market works differently — here is a simple introduction to seven popular markets:
Match Winner
Which team wins the match — this is the simplest market. In T20 and ODI, only two outcomes are possible; in Test, a draw is also an option. Example: if Team A wins, bets on Team B lose.
Toss Betting
A bet on which team will win the toss before the match starts. This is completely separate from other match markets and is only available before the toss.
Top Batsman
A market on which batsman will score the most runs in a team's innings. Batting order and pitch conditions influence this market.
Total Runs Over/Under
You choose whether the total runs in a full match or a single innings will be above or below a set number. Whether the pitch favours batting or bowling is a key consideration.
Multi Bet (Multiple Markets)
A single bet combining the outcomes of multiple matches or markets. If all selections are correct the odds multiply, but if even one is wrong the entire bet loses.
Handicap Betting
The weaker team is given a notional head start to level the market. For example, if Team A is given a 10-run advantage, that figure is counted before the actual result — this keeps the odds for both teams closer together.
Powerplay Runs
A market on the total runs scored during the powerplay overs at the start of a T20 or ODI innings. If wickets fall in the opening overs, odds change quickly.
How to Read Odds — Three Formats Explained Simply
Cricket betting odds are displayed in three formats — decimal, fractional, and American. All three express the same probability; only the way they are written differs.
| Format | Team A (odds to win) | Team B (favourite) |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 3.00 | 1.25 |
| Fractional | 2/1 | 1/4 |
| American | +200 | -400 |
Example 1 — Team A (odds 3.00 / 2/1 / +200):
Bet ৳200 and if Team A wins, total return is ৳600 (৳400 profit + ৳200 original stake). If Team A loses, you lose ৳200.
Example 2 — Team B as favourite (odds 1.25 / 1/4 / -400):
Bet ৳200 and if Team B wins, total return is ৳250 (৳50 profit). In American format, a minus (-) sign shows how much you need to bet to win ৳100 — so -400 means you bet ৳400 to profit ৳100.
Multi Bet Example
Three selections across three separate matches: decimal odds of 1.50, 1.60, and 1.80.
Combined odds: 1.50 × 1.60 × 1.80 = 4.32 (approximately)
Bet ৳100 and if all three win, you get back ৳432. If any one loses, you lose the full ৳100 — that is the core rule of a multi bet.
Live In-Play Betting — How Odds Change When a Wicket Falls
Live betting means placing bets in real time while the match is in progress. Odds are recalculated after every ball, wicket, or boundary, so opportunities change as the situation develops.
Example: In a T20, Team A is 130/2 after 15 overs, chasing 180. While Team A is ahead, their odds to win are lower (meaning lower returns), and the opponent's odds are higher. If three wickets then fall in quick succession, the situation reverses and odds update rapidly.
This over-by-over movement in odds is what sets live betting apart. Keep in mind that betting is for entertainment — no betting strategy guarantees a win.
Over Change
Odds adjust at the start of a new over or at the end of a powerplay.
Wicket Falls
The batting team's odds to win increase immediately.
Rain or Interruption
If the target changes under the Duckworth-Lewis method, odds change accordingly.
Practical Tips for Cricket Betting — For Beginners
- Understand the format before betting: T20 and Test markets are not the same. T20 requires quick decisions, while Test betting calls for longer-term thinking.
- Set a budget: Decide how much you will bet before you start and stick to that limit. Betting is for entertainment — increasing your bets to recover losses is not the right approach.
- Learn one market well: Start by focusing only on the match winner market. Placing bets on several complex markets at once leads to confusion.
- Easy betting on mobile: 8mbet's Android and iOS apps are available through official channels. Live betting is more convenient on mobile.
- Play responsibly: If betting starts to feel like a problem, take a break. Learn about our responsible gaming policy.
- Know the rules: Before joining, it is worth reading the terms and conditions once — especially the wagering requirements for bonuses.
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