Cricket Betting at bk22 — Complete Guide to Betting on BPL, IPL and T20 Matches
Learn about the different betting markets, how to read odds, and the benefits of live betting across every cricket format — from T20 to Test. Written in plain language for cricket fans in Bangladesh.
Three Cricket Formats and Their Role in Betting
T20 Cricket
This format lasts just 20 overs, so the pace of play is very fast. A lot of runs are scored in a short time and wickets fall quickly — meaning odds in the betting markets can shift from moment to moment. Major tournaments like BPL and IPL are played in this format.
One Day International (ODI)
This 50-over format involves a slightly different strategy — the run rate in the middle overs, wickets in the powerplay, and death-over finishing all influence the betting markets. Most ICC tournaments and bilateral series are played as ODIs.
Test Cricket
This five-day format is a test of patience and consistency. Pitch conditions, weather, and the depth of each team's squad play a big role in betting here. Because a draw is possible, the market splits three ways — Team A wins, Team B wins, or draw.
For cricket fans in Bangladesh, BPL (Bangladesh Premier League) is the most familiar tournament. Alongside BPL, IPL, the T20 World Cup, and the Bangladesh Tigers' international series are all available on bk22. Each tournament has its own rhythm — BPL features smaller grounds and aggressive batting, while ICC tournaments tend to have bigger gaps in strength between teams.
Popular Betting Markets in Cricket
bk22 offers many types of markets for cricket betting. Below are seven common markets explained simply.
Match Winner
This market is simply about which of the two teams will win. In T20 and ODI cricket there are only two possible outcomes (a tie is extremely rare); in Test cricket, a draw is also an option. Example: Team A vs Team B — if you bet on Team B and Team B wins, your bet is successful.
Toss Winner
A bet on which team will win the toss before the match starts. This is a completely separate market — it has no direct connection to the match result. Odds for both teams are usually almost equal.
Top Batsman
A bet on which player will score the most runs in an innings. Example: you think Team A's opener will be the top scorer — place a bet on that player. Because there are many batsmen in a team, odds on this market are usually higher.
Total Runs Over/Under
The bookmaker sets a specific number (e.g. 165 runs). You decide whether the team will score more (over) or fewer (under) than that number. If you have a good sense of the pitch and weather conditions, this market can be interesting.
Top Wicket Taker
A market on which bowler will take the most wickets in the match. You can decide between a pace bowler or a spinner based on the nature of the pitch. Example: on a dry pitch, a spinner may have more of an advantage.
Multi Bet (Multiple Selections)
When you combine multiple markets into a single bet, that is a multi bet. Example: if you pick match winners from three matches and combine them, all three must be correct to receive your full return — if even one is wrong, you lose the entire bet. You can use multi bet at bk22 directly.
Handicap and Point Spread
When there is a large gap in strength between two teams, the bookmaker gives the weaker team a run advantage — this is the handicap. Example: if Team B is given a 15-run handicap and Team B loses by 12 runs on the field, they are still considered 3 runs ahead after the handicap is applied. The result is determined including that extra run advantage.
How to Read Odds — Decimal, Fractional and American
bk22 displays odds in three formats. Most bettors in Bangladesh use the decimal format because it is the most straightforward.
| Format | Example (Team A to win) | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 3.00 | Total return of ৳3 for every ৳1 bet (profit ৳2) |
| Fractional | 2/1 | Profit of ৳2 for every ৳1 bet |
| American | +200 | Profit of ৳200 on a ৳100 bet |
Working Example 1 — Betting on Team A to Win
Say Team A to win is priced at 3.00 decimal = 2/1 fractional = +200 American. You place a ৳500 bet. If Team A wins, you get back ৳500 × 3.00 = ৳1,500 (profit ৳1,000 + original stake ৳500). If Team A loses, you lose the full ৳500.
Working Example 2 — Betting on the Favourite
If Team B is the favourite, odds might be 1.80 decimal = 4/5 fractional = -125 American (American minus odds show how much you need to bet to win ৳100). On a ৳500 bet, if Team B wins, total return is ৳900 (profit ৳400).
Live In-Play Betting — Odds Change the Moment a Wicket Falls
Betting before a match is one thing, but betting while a match is in progress is a completely different experience. With bk22's live in-play betting, you can place new bets or adjust your approach with every moment of the match.
- When a team's top batsman is out, the opposing team's odds drop immediately — quick decisions matter at that point.
- If the score is low at the end of the powerplay, the odds on the total runs "under" market may increase.
- If rain or fading light threatens to stop play, live odds can shift suddenly.
- If the required run rate climbs in the last five overs, the batting team's odds rise quickly.
- Live betting is even more convenient on the bk22 App — you can see score updates and odds in real time side by side.
Staying calm is the most important thing in live betting. Rather than rushing a bet in an exciting moment, it is better to watch how the match is flowing before deciding.
Cricket vs Football and Other Sports Betting
bk22 also offers betting on football and other sports alongside cricket. There are some differences between cricket and football betting that are worth knowing.
In cricket, matches last longer — especially ODIs and Tests — so there are more betting opportunities. Over-based markets (runs in the next over, whether a wicket will fall on the next ball) are unique to cricket.
In football, matches are just 90 minutes and goals are usually few. Handicap, both teams to score (BTTS), and correct score are more common markets in football. Because a draw is also a result, odds here are split three ways.
Esports betting is a completely different type — games like CS:GO, Dota 2, and FIFA move at a very fast pace. For more details, visit the Esports Betting Guide page, where this topic is covered separately.
A Quick Comparison
| Feature | Cricket | Football |
|---|---|---|
| Match Length | 3–5 hours (or 5 days) | 90 minutes |
| Draw Possible? | Test only | Yes |
| Live Markets | Over-based | Goal-based |
| Special Markets | Toss, Batsman | BTTS, Cards |
Some Practical Tips for Cricket Betting
- Set a budget first. Before each betting session, decide how much you are willing to spend. Do not go beyond your entertainment budget.
- Understand one market well. Rather than placing many different types of bets at once, start with straightforward markets like match winner or over/under.
- Read the pitch report. Knowing whether the pitch favours batsmen or bowlers makes it easier to bet on total runs or top wicket taker markets.
- Be careful with multi bets. Combining multiple selections increases the potential payout, but one wrong pick loses the whole bet. It is better not to go beyond two selections when starting out.
- Do not bet on emotion. Supporting your favourite team or player is one thing, but placing large bets on them out of emotion can be risky.
- Play responsibly. Betting is a form of entertainment. Placing more bets to try to recover losses can make things worse. Read the responsible gaming guidelines.
Multi Bet Example
Three teams are selected across three matches — their odds are 1.50, 1.70, and 1.90 respectively.
Combined odds: 1.50 × 1.70 × 1.90 = 4.84 (approximately).
On a ৳100 bet, if all three are correct, you get back ৳484. But if even one is wrong, you lose the full ৳100.
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