89db Cricket Betting — Odds and Markets for BPL, IPL and T20 Matches
Experience Bangladesh's favourite sport in a new way. The sports section at 89db has separate markets for every cricket format — from the toss to the top run-scorer. Live odds shift when wickets fall and overs end.
Cricket Formats and Competitions — How Each One Differs
Cricket's three main formats — T20, ODI and Test — each have their own pace and tactics. T20 is the fastest: the game wraps up in just 20 overs and the equation changes with every ball. The BPL is the most familiar T20 league for Bangladesh fans, while the IPL draws huge interest across Asia.
ODI is a different kind of game — two innings over 50 overs, with far more room for tactical planning. ICC tournaments are built around this format. The ICC T20 World Cup brings both strands together, and the Asia Cup also holds special importance for cricket fans in Bangladesh.
Test cricket is a five-day match where patience and long-term planning decide things. From a betting perspective, a draw is a genuine result in Tests, so markets carry three options — Team A win, Team B win or draw.
Football also features in 89db's sports section — though the football betting market in Bangladesh is still comparatively smaller than cricket. In football, the 90 minutes are fixed, draws are a common result, and markets centre on the match winner, goalscorer or total goals. In cricket, odds change live with every over and every wicket, which happens faster than in any other sport.
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Popular Betting Markets in Cricket
Each market calls for a different kind of analysis. Below is a straightforward overview of seven common markets and how betting works in each.
Match Winner
Pick which team will win. Two options in T20 (Team A / Team B), three in Tests (win/win/draw). The most straightforward market.
MatchToss Betting
Bet on which team will win the toss before the match begins. The result is purely random — it has nothing to do with the pitch or weather.
Pre-MatchTop Run-Scorer
Bet on which batter in a given team will score the most runs. Understanding the batting order and pitch conditions is useful here.
PlayerTotal Runs — Over/Under
Choose whether the total runs in an innings will be above or below a set number. A batting-friendly pitch increases the case for going over.
TotalsTop Wicket-Taker
Predict which bowler will take the most wickets in an innings or across the match. Weighing pace against spin is important here.
PlayerMulti Bet
Combine several selections into one bet — you win only if every selection is correct. Potential returns are higher for a smaller stake, but one wrong selection loses the entire bet.
ComboPowerplay Runs
Bet on how many runs a team will score in the first 6 overs. Analyse the form of the opening batters and the field placement.
PowerplayOdds Formats — Decimal, Fractional and American
The same probability can be written three different ways — decimal, fractional and American. Whichever format you use, the payout remains the same. Below, all three formats are explained using a ৳1,000 bet on Team A to win.
Example 1 (Team A to win, stake ৳1,000): Decimal 2.25 = Fractional 5/4 = American +125. If you win, you get back ৳2,250 (৳1,250 profit + original ৳1,000 stake). If you lose, the full ৳1,000 is gone.
Example 2 (Team B favourite, stake ৳1,000): Decimal 1.50 = Fractional 1/2 = American -200. American minus odds show how much you need to stake to make ৳100 profit. If you win, you get back ৳1,500 (৳500 profit). Because the odds on a favourite are lower, the potential profit is also lower.
Multi bet example: three selections — decimal 1.50, 1.70 and 1.90. Combined odds = 1.50 × 1.70 × 1.90 = 4.84 (approximately). On a ৳100 stake, if all three are correct, you get back ৳484. If even one is wrong, you lose the full ৳100.
Betting is for entertainment — it is not a guarantee of winning. For the rules on betting, see the responsible gaming guide.
Live In-Play Betting — Odds Change with Wickets and Overs
In-play betting lets you place bets while the match is in progress, with odds changing instantly after every wicket or boundary. If two quick wickets fall in the first powerplay, the batting team's odds jump sharply. Conversely, as the required run rate drops in the final overs, the odds come down.
This dynamic is what sets cricket in-play betting apart from football or basketball. In Tests, odds shift slowly because pitch conditions evolve over five days; in T20, significant changes can happen almost every over.
When betting live, keep in mind that quick decisions are often required — so having a clear picture of the markets and team situation beforehand is helpful. With the 89db mobile app, you can access in-play markets on the go.
Football and Other Sports — How They Differ from Cricket
Football Betting
In football, the match is settled in 90 minutes, a draw is a normal result and scores are generally low. Markets include match result (1X2), total goals, handicap and both teams to score. In Bangladesh, the Premier League, La Liga and Champions League are the most popular.
Other Sports
Betting markets for sports like Kabaddi, wrestling and athletics are much smaller than for cricket. However, markets for international events such as tennis and badminton are also available on the 89db platform. The variety of live markets found in cricket is rarely matched in other sports.
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Some Useful Tips for Cricket Betting
Choose markets based on the format
Powerplay and total runs markets can suit T20 well; in Tests, match draw or series winner markets are more relevant.
Focus on a few markets rather than spreading across many
Spreading across too many markets leaves less time to analyse each one properly. Building familiarity with two or three markets makes decisions easier.
Set your budget first
Decide how much you will use in each session before you start and stay within that limit. Betting is for entertainment — treating it as a source of income causes problems.
Avoid rushing in live betting
Even though in-play requires quick decisions, placing large bets on impulse is not a good idea. Going live without a plan can deplete your budget quickly.
Keep multi bets small
Multi bets offer higher returns, but one wrong selection loses everything. Adding more than three selections at once carries significant risk.
Read the rules and terms
Know the bonus and withdrawal rules before you start. You will find all the information on the terms and conditions page.
Get Started at 89db — Bonus and Payment Options
New members receive a 200% first deposit bonus, up to ৳5,000 (the bonus amount can be withdrawn after completing 25x wagering). Deposits and withdrawals can be made via bKash, Nagad, Rocket and bank transfer, with a minimum deposit of ৳200. Withdrawals are generally processed within 10–45 minutes.
Log in to 89dbBetting Exchange — What Are Back and Lay Betting
A betting exchange works differently from a regular sportsbook — here you bet against other bettors, not against the bookmaker. There are two positions: BACK (in favour of an outcome) and LAY (against an outcome).
Example (Decimal 1.80): If you BACK Team A with ৳500 — if Team A wins, you make ৳400 profit (before commission); if they do not win, you lose ৳500. If you LAY (against another bettor's ৳500 stake) — if Team A does not win, you make ৳500 profit; if they do win, you must pay ৳400 in liability.
A commission applies on exchanges and liquidity is not always consistent. See the FAQ page for all rules relating to betting.
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Enjoy Betting Responsibly
Cricket betting is a form of entertainment — not a reliable source of income. Every bet carries the possibility of a loss, and excessive betting can cause financial and mental strain. 89db always encourages responsible betting.
Set your own budget, do not place larger bets to chase losses, and take breaks. If you feel betting is getting out of control, visit the responsible gaming page to find support resources.
