Cricket Betting at gt99 – Complete Guide to Betting on T20, ODI and Test Matches
From BPL to the T20 World Cup – gt99 covers domestic and international cricket markets. You can bet on multiple options including Match Winner, Top Batsman, and Over/Under, with odds updating in real time during live in-play.
Cricket's three formats and tournaments popular with Bangladeshis
Cricket is played in three main formats – T20, ODI, and Test. Each has a different style of play and different betting opportunities. T20 is the shortest and fastest format – each team plays only 20 overs. The situation can change in an instant, making live betting especially popular. The T20 World Cup and BPL are the biggest events in this format.
ODI, or One Day International cricket, consists of 50 overs. The longer duration creates many markets around mid-match performance. Various ICC series and the ICC Cricket World Cup are played in this format. Test matches are the longest – lasting up to five days with the possibility of a draw. Test betting includes multi-day markets such as runs per session or top scorer of an innings.
The BPL season is the most exciting time for Bangladeshi bettors. IPL is equally popular as the best players in the world compete together. The Bangladesh Tigers' international matches also see the highest demand for markets on gt99.
Differences between football and other sports betting
Besides cricket, gt99 also offers betting on football and other sports. A football match ends in 90 minutes and a draw is a valid result, so there is a 1X2 market (home win, draw, away win). T20 cricket generally has no draw; a tie or no result is possible in ODI or Test but rare. Just as goal-based markets (under/over 2.5 goals) are popular in football, run-based markets are popular in cricket. Other sports like tennis or badminton have set-based markets. Each sport has a different betting structure, but the core principle is the same – pick an outcome, place a bet, and enjoy.
gt99's popular betting markets – how each one works
There are various markets available for cricket betting. Below are explanations of seven popular markets, each with a simple example.
Match Winner
Choose which of the two teams will win. Example: in a match between Team A and Team B, if you back Team B and they win, the bet is won. This is the simplest market in T20 and ODI.
Toss Winner
Which team will win the toss before the match starts. Example: choose either Team A or Team B. The toss result has no relation to match statistics, so it exists as a separate market.
Top Batsman
Which batsman will score the most runs for their team. Example: choose one from a list of four batsmen for Team A – if that player scores the most runs, the bet wins.
Total Runs Over/Under
Whether the total runs scored will be above or below a set number. Example: will Team A score more than 160 runs total? If they score 161 or more, the "over" bet wins; if 160 or fewer, the "under" bet wins.
Multi Bet
Multiple selections combined into a single bet. All selections must be correct to win. Example: if you pick three teams across three matches, all three must win – if even one loses, the entire bet is lost.
Handicap Betting
A virtual advantage or disadvantage is given to a team to level the contest. Example: if Team A is given a -10 run handicap, the handicap bet wins only if Team A wins by more than that margin.
Top Bowler
Which bowler will take the most wickets in the match. Example: pick one from Team B's bowling lineup – if that bowler takes the most wickets, the bet wins.
It is important to understand the rules of each market before placing a bet. For more detailed strategies and market analysis, visit gt99's Betting Tips and Strategy Guide page.
Three formats of odds explained – with worked examples
In cricket betting, odds can be shown in three different formats – decimal, fractional, and American. All three represent the same outcome; only the way they are written differs.
Example 1 – odds on Team A winning a match:
Say Team A's odds of winning are 2.50 in decimal. The same odds are 3/2 in fractional and +150 in American. A ৳200 bet returns ৳500 if it wins (৳300 profit + ৳200 original stake). If it loses, ৳200 is gone.
Example 2 – odds on the favourite:
If Team B is the favourite, the odds might be 1.80 in decimal, 4/5 in fractional, and -125 in American. American minus odds mean you need to bet 125 to win 100. A ৳200 bet on Team B returns ৳360 if they win (৳160 profit).
| Format | Team A (Underdog) | Team B (Favourite) |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.50 | 1.80 |
| Fractional | 3/2 | 4/5 |
| American | +150 | -125 |
| Return on ৳200 bet | ৳500 | ৳360 |
Team names and numbers are for illustration only. Actual odds differ for each match.
gt99 generally uses the decimal format. The larger the odds figure, the higher the potential profit – though the system considers the probability to be comparatively lower.
Live in-play betting – odds change wicket by wicket
Live betting means placing bets in real time while a match is in progress. In cricket, odds change after every wicket or over as the match situation shifts. Example: if Team A makes a good start, their odds of winning shorten (they become the favourite) and Team B's odds lengthen.
In T20, as run-rate pressure builds in the final five overs, odds move very quickly. A big six or a key wicket can change the whole picture. In-play markets typically include options like "at what score will the next wicket fall", "how many runs will be scored in this over", and "what will be the mode of the next dismissal".
There is less time to decide in live betting, so knowing the markets in advance is helpful. Betting should always be treated as entertainment – stay within your budget and follow the responsible gaming guidelines.
Fast odds updates
Market conditions change after every ball. When a wicket falls or a big shot is hit, odds are updated immediately.
Live MarketOver-by-over analysis
New markets open after each over ends. The runs-per-over market is particularly active during live play.
In-PlayFive practical tips before you start betting
Betting should be treated as a form of entertainment. The tips below apply to both new and experienced bettors.
Understand the market before you bet
It is important to be clear on how a market works before placing a bet. Match Winner is the simplest market – a good starting point for beginners.
Keep to a budget
Set a fixed amount for each session and do not go beyond it. Betting does not guarantee income – always treat it as entertainment.
Choose markets based on the format
Live betting and over/under markets are most active in T20. For Test matches, check day-based markets. In ODI, markets around the mid-innings period can be more interesting.
Use multi bets with care
A multi bet can return a large payout if all selections are correct, but one wrong pick and everything is lost. Gain some experience by starting with no more than two selections.
Avoid rushing in live betting
Live markets change fast, but take time to read the situation rather than deciding in a hurry. The same advice applies to card games – you can find it in the Callbreak Quick strategy guide.
Responsible betting
Betting is for those aged 21 and above. If you feel betting is becoming a habit, take a break.
Treat betting as entertainment. Do not place more bets to chase losses.
Multi bet and cricket match winner – a calculation example
Combining three selections in a multi bet multiplies the odds together. Say three teams are chosen across three separate matches with decimal odds of 1.50, 1.70, and 1.90 respectively. Combined odds: 1.50 × 1.70 × 1.90 = 4.84 (approximately). A ৳100 bet returns ৳484 if all three win. But if even one loses, the entire ৳100 is lost.
A simple ODI Match Winner example: in a match between Team A and Team B, Team A's odds are 2.10 and Team B's are 1.75. A ৳1,000 bet on Team B returns ৳1,750 if Team B wins (৳750 profit); if Team A wins, ৳1,000 is lost.
All examples are for illustration only – they are not a promise of any actual match result or specific odds.
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