Betting on cricket

Cricket is a team game that has a large number of fans. Fans of this sport not only watch games and support their favorite team but also place bets. Cricket is especially popular in India. As the population of this country exceeds one billion people, cricket is considered the second most popular sport. It is second only to football, which is popular all over the world. 

History of cricket

Cricket first appeared in the 16th century. The English were already playing a similar sport using a flat bat and a small ball. Later, this discipline appeared in other countries. Nowadays, cricket is especially popular in Australia, Asia, and Britain. It is a multibillion-dollar business that brings a lot of profit, because almost all residents of these countries bet on cricket. The market includes standard matches between national teams and T20 games in the Indian Premier League. About 70% of bets are placed live, namely during the game.

Currently, there are three cricket formats available. These are the following games:

1. First level - the duration of the match is 3, 4, or 5 days. These are test matches between national teams and national championships. This form of the game is considered the slowest, because matches are often played in a tough tactical struggle.
2. One-day matches are the golden mean. During the meeting, the teams have to determine the winner within one day. In general, the game has 40 or 50 overs.
3. T20 is the most spectacular and fastest regulation, in which matches do not last long. Such game formats are particularly popular in the world. To complete the match, only two attacks are conducted for each team. The average duration of a match is 3.5 hours.

Basic rules of cricket

Before making online cricket bets, bettors should carefully study all the basic rules. The essence of cricket is that the player needs to hit the ball after the enemy serves. The game features two teams, each with 11 players. The field is presented in a circular shape, it can vary in size, but there is always a circle with a diameter of 20 meters in the center. It is here that all the main actions of the gameplay take place.

The game starts after one team serves the ball and the players of the other team have to hit it with a bat. The teams take turns serving and batting the ball. The defense has a bowler and ten fielders on the field at the same time. The offense has two batsmen, one on each side of the center circle.

The attacker has to score the maximum number of runs in the allotted over or until he is dismissed. The batsman must display his throw so that the ball is near the boundaries of the field or flies as far away from the opponents as possible. This will allow the batsman to run to the opposite side of the pitch.

The batsman's team gets wounds if the game is successful and all the rules are followed. This is influenced by the fulfillment of all the conditions of the game. This includes the player holding the ball until it touches the ground, destroying the batsman's wicket, and removing the batsman from the game. The team's attack continues until 10 batsmen of the national team are removed. After that, the teams change places.

Cricket betting

Different types of bets are accepted on this sport:

To the end

The first level games are characterized by a draw, which is why the odds in test matches are presented with three possible outcomes. A draw does not happen as often as in football. But its probability should not be denied. In the one-day format and T20, bookmakers offer outcomes with 2 outcomes without the possibility of a draw.

A double chance

This is the same bet on the outcome, but in a double chance, two outcomes can be summed up with lower odds. A bettor can bet that there will be no draw or that one of the teams will not lose.

Total

This is a bet on the number of wounds in a specific game period or the entire match. Such bets can be placed after 5, 10, or 15 overs. Players are presented with general totals and individual totals for each team.

Handicap

These are bets on the margin of victory of a particular team or the margin of defeat for the opponent. Zero handicaps are popular in test matches with strong teams.

Player statistics

If a top-level game is taking place, bettors are pleased with a large number of offers on the personal achievements of athletes. Bookmakers' customers can bet on the number of wounds, 6-pointers, titles at the end of the match, the best or worst player.

Match statistics

Bettors like cricket because it offers various statistical indicators and secondary events. In the lines of major matches, you can find quotes on the number of run-outs, the best result of the first partnership. Many companies offer to bet on how the first wicket will collapse.

For the draw

This forecast is considered the simplest and most primitive. All bookmakers offer such bets. Bettors don't have to analyze games for a long time, delve into team composition, and check information about athletes. The player will have to guess which team will be the attacker. The probability that the bettor will guess is 50:50. Such forecasts are not suitable for long-distance play.

For the first inning

This market is considered popular in long test matches. You don't have to wait long to find out the result of the first inning. All the above types of bets are available in the first inning line.

Bettors can place bets in two modes: live and pre-match. It is possible to place live bets on cricket during the game. Bettors will be able to see how the teams started the game and navigate the course of the event. Bets in the pre-match are accepted long before the start.

What to consider when betting

To make successful cricket predictions, bettors should pay attention to the following factors:

• Weather conditions - the weather always affects a test match, especially if its duration is not long. Cricket is not played in the rain, which is why bettors should familiarize themselves with the weather forecast. If rain is predicted, the importance of the toss increases significantly due to the shortened time.
• The outcome of the toss - the turn of the attack - is determined by a coin toss. This procedure has a great impact on the meeting. The team that attacks first in a test match often has an advantage because the first attack is on a fresh field and with a new ball. In cricket, balls are often not changed. They can be replaced only after 80 overs.
• Peculiarities of the field - the surface can be different in different stadiums. It can be an earthen surface or a lawn with grass of different heights. The type of field may vary depending on the season.

Additionally, bettors should take into account where the chosen team plays: away or at home. According to statistics, teams that play at home are more likely to win.

Frequently asked questions about cricket betting

Is the team form important when betting on cricket?

Yes, the form of the team and players affects the outcome. It is recommended to take into account the predisposition of a particular athlete to the current conditions of the game, his/her form on the chosen type of food.

What tips for cricket betting are relevant for beginners?

Beginners need to remember that there is no win-win strategy for betting. To make a profit, you need to seriously study all the rules and read the latest information about cricket. This game presents small external factors that can change the balance in the most unexpected way.