Cricket Betting at ck999 – Bet on BPL, IPL and International Matches
ck999 offers markets across every format from T20 to Test. Join in on match winner, toss, top batsman and more, and follow live odds while the match is in progress.
Three Cricket Formats and Where You Can Bet
Before betting on cricket, it helps to understand the format, because the types of markets differ in each. T20 is the fastest format — a match finishes in just a few hours, meaning the situation can change with every ball. Among Bangladeshi fans, BPL (Bangladesh Premier League) and IPL are the two most popular T20 tournaments. The T20 World Cup also draws particular attention.
ODI (One Day International) is a fifty-over game. With a fuller picture of runs and wickets, it offers markets like total runs, partnerships or session-based betting. Bangladesh Tigers' ODI series generate strong interest among Bangladeshi bettors.
Test cricket is a five-day game. Betting on it requires patience and an understanding of how the match is moving. Session results, innings totals or a match draw are markets specific to Test cricket. Keep in mind that a limited-overs match has no draw option — Test cricket does.
Betting on Football and Other Sports Alongside Cricket
Like cricket, football is also available for betting at ck999. However, there are some fundamental differences between the two. In football, a match generally has three outcomes — team A wins, draw, or team B wins. In cricket (especially limited-overs), there are only two possibilities — no draw.
Cricket offers a wider variety of markets — toss, power play runs, runs in a specific over, wicketkeeper runs or a particular batsman's score — these markets are unique to cricket. In football, goalscorer, number of corners or half-time/full-time result are popular markets.
In badminton, tennis or basketball, betting is based on each point or game, which fluctuates far more with the pace of play. ck999 has a dedicated page on badminton betting where markets and strategies for shuttle betting are covered in more detail.
7 Popular Cricket Markets and How They Work
Each market has its own characteristics. Below are the popular markets with a simple example for each.
Match Winner
The simplest market — which team will win the match. Pick team A or team B. In limited-overs cricket there is no draw, so there are only two possibilities.
SimplestToss Winner
A bet on the result of the toss before the match begins. Team A or team B — the chances are roughly equal, so the odds are usually close.
Pre-MatchTop Batsman
Which batsman within a team will score the most runs. For example, who will be the top scorer for team A — choose and bet.
Skilled MarketTotal Runs (Over/Under)
Whether the total runs scored in an innings or across the whole match will be above or below a set number — this is the over/under market. Example: will team A score more than 165 runs in their innings.
Runs-BasedPower Play Runs
An over/under market on how many runs will be scored in the first few overs (power play). This is especially popular in T20 matches because batting is aggressive during the power play.
T20 SpecialMulti Bet
Combining several markets into one single bet. Example: the odds from three separate bets across three matches are multiplied to determine the total return — but if any one loses, the entire bet is lost.
High ReturnA Multi Bet Example
Choose three markets — if the odds are 1.60, 1.70 and 1.80, the combined odds = 1.60 × 1.70 × 1.80 = 4.90 (approximately). On a ৳100 bet, if all three selections are correct, you get back ৳490. But if even one is wrong, you lose the full ৳100.
Decimal, Fractional and American Odds — A Simple Explanation
Odds on a betting platform can be written in three different formats. All three mean the same thing — only the way they are expressed differs. Below are two practical examples to explain this.
Example 1 — Team A wins (৳1,000 bet)
| Odds Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.50 |
| Fractional | 3/2 |
| American | +150 |
All three formats say the same thing. If you win a ৳1,000 bet, your total return is ৳2,500 (৳1,500 profit + original ৳1,000 stake). If the bet loses, the ৳1,000 is gone.
Example 2 — Team B wins (Favourite)
| Odds Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Decimal | 1.50 |
| Fractional | 1/2 |
| American | -200 |
American minus odds (-200) mean — you need to bet ৳200 to win ৳100 profit. On a ৳1,000 bet, if team B wins, the total return is ৳1,500 (৳500 profit).
Are RTP or odds a guarantee of profit? No — odds are simply a measure of probability. Every bet is an independent event and the outcome is never certain. Betting is for entertainment, not as a way to make money. Read the responsible gaming guide and set your own limits.
Odds Shift When Wickets Fall — Live In-Play Betting
In-play or live betting means placing bets while the match is in progress. In cricket this is particularly useful because each ball or each over can change the situation. When a wicket falls, the batting team's odds lengthen quickly and the bowling team's odds shorten.
For example, team A is in a strong position midway through the innings. Suddenly two wickets fall, so the odds for team B to win may shorten. Betting on team B at that moment means playing at comparatively lower odds, because the market has already reflected that probability.
Live betting also offers over-by-over markets — how many runs will be scored in the next over, or whether the next ball will be a six. These fast-moving markets are much more dynamic and demand close attention.
Using ck999's mobile app makes live betting easier — score updates and odds changes are visible in real time.
A Few Useful Points for Cricket Betting
These tips do not guarantee profit — but they can help make your betting experience more informed and disciplined.
- Set a budget first: Before each betting session, decide how much you are willing to spend. Stop when you reach the limit — trying to recover losses by chasing bets usually leads to more losses.
- Understand one market well: Start with simple markets like match winner or toss. Rather than spreading across many markets at once, get comfortable with one first.
- Plan according to the format: In T20, a match can turn in an instant; in Test, conditions change slowly. Keep the format in mind when choosing your market.
- No rushing in live betting: Odds change fast in in-play markets. Take a moment to read the situation rather than placing a bet on impulse.
- Be careful with multi bets: The potential return is higher, but so is the risk. One wrong selection and the entire bet is lost.
- Treat it as entertainment: Betting should not be seen as a source of income. It is a form of entertainment — keeping that in mind makes the experience enjoyable.
What You Need to Know to Start Cricket Betting
You can start betting at ck999 with a minimum deposit of ৳500. Deposits can be made via bKash, Nagad, Rocket, Upay and bank transfer. Withdrawals are generally processed within 15 minutes to 2 hours, with a minimum of ৳800.
New members receive a 100% first deposit bonus — up to ৳20,000 (wagering requirement is 20 times the bonus). You can also earn weekly cashback by joining the ck999 VIP program. Visit the terms and conditions page for full details.
For members aged 21 and above