Cricket betting at babu88 — bet in the best markets on BPL, IPL and international matches
From Bangladesh Tigers matches to the heat of BPL dressing rooms and close IPL finishes — babu88 is with you at every moment of cricket with a range of betting markets. No complicated process — open an account, deposit, and bet on your favourite match.
Betting across three cricket formats
Cricket is Bangladesh's most popular sport — and cricket betting at babu88 adds another layer to that experience. Each of the three formats has its own style of betting, so knowing what kinds of markets are available in each format helps you make better decisions.
| Format | Characteristics | Popular Tournaments |
|---|---|---|
| T20 | Fast-paced game, result within a few hours | BPL, IPL, T20 World Cup |
| ODI | Balanced 50-over format | ICC tournaments, bilateral series |
| Test | Five-day long contest, a game of strategy | ICC World Test Championship |
BPL is Bangladesh's own T20 league — the excitement created by local and international stars makes every match a different experience. Big team clashes in IPL and the Bangladesh Tigers fighting in international matches — these three are the main attractions of cricket betting at babu88.
Popular cricket markets at babu88
Many types of betting markets are open for every cricket match. The markets below are the most commonly used — understanding the basics of each makes it easier to choose your bets.
Match Winner
Bet on which team will win the match. For example, if Team A has decimal odds of 1.80 — a ৳200 bet would return ৳360 if successful.
Simplest marketToss Betting
Bet on which team will win the toss before the match starts. The outcome is entirely independent — it has no relation to match statistics, so it is treated as a separate market.
Quick settlementTop Batsman
Bet on which batsman will score the most runs for their team. This market usually requires you to pick one player from a list of several options.
High odds possibleTotal Runs Over/Under
Bet on whether the total runs in the match or a specific innings will be above or below a set number. Pitch and weather conditions play an important role in this market.
Two outcomesHandicap Betting
The stronger team is given a handicap to keep the odds of both teams level. For example, if Team A is given a −1.5 run handicap, they must win by at least 2 runs for the bet to succeed.
Strategic marketMulti Bet
A combination of three or more bets together. Say three selections have odds of 1.40, 1.60 and 1.80 — the combined odds come to 4.03. A successful ৳100 bet returns ৳403, but if even one loses, the entire bet is lost.
All must winFirst Innings Lead
In Test cricket, bet on which team will score more runs in the first innings. This market settles before the final result of the match, so you do not have to wait all five days to know the outcome.
Decimal, Fractional and American Odds
Three types of odds formats are available at babu88. Each format carries the same information — only the way it is expressed differs. The two examples below will make this clear.
Example 1 — Team A wins (stake ৳200)
Decimal 3.00 = Fractional 2/1 = American +200. If the bet succeeds, the return is ৳600 (৳400 profit + ৳200 original stake). If the bet loses, ৳200 is lost.
Example 2 — Team B favourite (stake ৳200)
Decimal 1.80 = Fractional 4/5 = American −125. American minus odds show how much you need to bet to win 100. A ৳200 bet returns ৳360 (৳160 profit).
Decimal odds are generally the easiest — multiply the stake by the odds to get the total return. This format is a good starting point for new bettors.
Differences in betting between football and other sports
Alongside cricket, football betting is also very popular at babu88. There are some fundamental differences between the betting markets of the two sports.
Football usually has three outcomes — home win, away win and draw. This is called the 1×2 market. In limited-overs cricket formats (T20, ODI) a draw is generally not possible, so there are only two outcomes — which gives odds a different structure.
In Test cricket, however, a draw is possible, so there are three outcomes just like in football. And just as goals over/under is a popular market in football, wickets and runs markets are more commonly used in cricket.
Betting markets are also available for tennis, kabaddi, badminton and other sports. However, the variety of in-game markets seen in cricket is less common in other sports. In cricket, separate markets may be open for every over, every session and every wicket.
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Cricket vs football betting
- Cricket T20/ODI — no draw, two outcomes
- Football and Test cricket — three outcomes possible
- Special wicket and runs markets in cricket
- Goals over/under market is popular in football
- Live betting available in both sports
Live Betting — odds changes during a match
Live or in-play betting is the most dynamic part of cricket betting. Once the match starts, odds shift with every over and wicket — that is what sets this market apart.
Say Team A is batting in a T20 match. Their odds were 2.00 at the start. But if two wickets fall in the powerplay, the odds might rise to 3.00 because Team A's chances of winning have dropped. Likewise, Team B's odds to win would shorten.
In the final overs — especially in the death overs — odds can change ball by ball. A big six or a sudden wicket can completely shift the picture of the market.
Quick decisions are essential during LIVE betting, because odds can lock within seconds. This option is particularly appealing for those who prefer to bet while watching the match. You can place live bets from anywhere using the babu88 mobile app.
Things to keep in mind for cricket betting
Cricket betting is a form of entertainment. Having a clear understanding makes the experience more enjoyable. Some practical tips are given below:
- Stick to a budget: Decide in advance how much you will bet per match. It is important not to go beyond your set budget even after a loss.
- Understand one market well: Rather than spreading across all markets at once, focus on one market first — such as match winner or over/under.
- No rush in live betting: Odds change fast in in-play betting. Taking a few moments to observe before making a decision is the sensible approach.
- Keep emotions in check: It is natural to have feelings for your favourite team, but use analysis rather than emotion when making betting decisions.
- Do not chase losses: Placing a large bet to recover a loss is risky. Stick to your set plan instead.
- Responsible play: Betting is for entertainment. If you feel your gambling habits are going out of control, read the responsible gaming guidelines.
Multi bet example
You are betting on three matches with odds of 1.40, 1.60 and 1.80 respectively. The combined odds are:
On a ৳100 bet, if all win, the return is
1.40 × 1.60 × 1.80 = 4.03 (approximately). If even one of the three loses, the entire ৳100 is gone. A multi bet offers a higher potential return, but the risk is also higher.
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