Cricket betting at 456 bet — a complete guide to betting on BPL, IPL and international matches
From T20 to Test — bet across different markets in every format. Understand the odds, follow live betting and play responsibly.
Cricket's three formats and major tournaments
Cricket betting covers three main formats — T20, ODI and Test. Each has a different style of play, so the betting approach differs for each.
T20: The fastest format. Results are decided in just 20 overs. BPL (Bangladesh Premier League) and IPL are both played in this format. The chances of quick wickets or high scores mean odds can shift in an instant, which makes live betting especially interesting here.
ODI: This 50-over format plays out over a longer time. ODIs are played at the ICC World Cup and in bilateral series. Mid-innings markets are popular in this format.
Test: In five-day Test cricket, a draw is also a possible result, so markets are built around three outcomes — Team A wins, Team B wins, or a draw. This format requires following the full match patiently.
BPL is one of the most talked-about tournaments among cricket fans in Bangladesh. The ICC T20 World Cup and IPL also get equal attention on 456 bet.
Football and other sports betting
Alongside cricket, 456 bet also offers football betting. However, cricket and football betting differ somewhat — cricket has over-based markets, wicket markets and batter/bowler performance markets, which are not available in football.
In football, goalscorer, half-time result and corner kick markets are popular. The cricket equivalents are top batter, powerplay runs and over-by-over markets. The main difference between the two is that cricket produces far more betting events within a single innings, giving many more live betting opportunities.
For kabaddi, volleyball or other sports, the core idea is the same — markets are built around questions like who will win and by how much. Cricket, however, offers the widest variety of markets.
Cricket vs other sports
- Cricket has more over-based markets
- Test format includes a draw market
- Goal-related markets are popular in football
- Multi bets are available in both sports
Popular betting markets in cricket
Different markets offer different experiences. Below are seven common markets, each with a simple example.
Match Winner
The most straightforward market — bet on which of the two teams will win. Example: Team A and Team B are playing; you think Team B will win, so you place your bet on Team B.
Toss Winner
Bet on which team will win the toss before the match starts. This market is settled quickly and has no connection to the match result.
Top Batter
Bet on which batter from either team will score the most runs in an innings or across the full match. Example: place a bet on Team A's batter to score the most runs.
Total Runs Over / Under
Bet on whether the total runs in a specific innings or match will be more (over) or less (under) than a set number.
Multi Bet
Add results from multiple matches into one bet. If all selections are correct, you receive a return at the combined odds — but if even one is wrong, the entire bet is lost.
Top Wicket Taker
Bet on which bowler will take the most wickets in a match or a single innings. Example: bet on Team B's bowler to take the most wickets.
Powerplay Runs
In T20 or ODI, bet on whether the total runs scored during the powerplay overs (usually the first 6 overs) will be more or less than a set number — this market lets you make a decision right at the start of an innings.
How to read odds
The same odds can be written in three different formats. All three carry the same information — only the way they are presented differs. Two practical examples are given below.
Example 1 — A mid-priced team
Team A to win, bet ৳1,000. Odds in three formats:
| Format | Odds | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.25 | Bet amount × 2.25 |
| Fractional | 5/4 | Win ৳5 profit on a ৳4 bet |
| American | +125 | Win ৳125 profit on a ৳100 bet |
If Team A wins, a ৳1,000 bet returns ৳2,250 (৳1,250 profit + ৳1,000 original stake). If they lose, ৳1,000 is gone.
Example 2 — The favourite
Team B is the favourite, bet ৳1,000. Odds in three formats:
| Format | Odds | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 1.25 | Bet amount × 1.25 |
| Fractional | 1/4 | Win ৳1 profit on a ৳4 bet |
| American | -400 | Bet ৳400 to win ৳100 profit |
If Team B wins, a ৳1,000 bet returns ৳1,250 (৳250 profit). A minus sign in American odds means the team is the favourite.
Decimal odds are the easiest to read — just multiply the bet amount by the odds to get the total return. All odds formats are available at 456 bet; choose whichever you are comfortable with.
Live In-Play Betting LIVE
Live or in-play betting means placing bets while a match is in progress. In cricket this is particularly engaging because every wicket or big shot changes the odds immediately.
The batting team's odds go up (winning becomes harder for them) and the bowling team's odds shorten.
When the run pressure eases, the batting team's odds improve and the next-over market is also affected.
When the target is close, odds move fast in the last few overs and the market tightens considerably.
When play stops, live markets also pause temporarily. New odds appear once the match resumes.
To follow live betting, easy mobile access is essential. With the 456 bet 456 App, you can place live bets on the go.
Practical betting tips
Cricket betting is a form of entertainment. Keeping the following points in mind makes the experience straightforward.
- Understand the format: Betting on T20 and Test is different. Situations change fast in T20; Test requires patience.
- Set a budget: Decide how much you will bet before you start. Set aside a fixed amount for entertainment.
- Learn one market at a time: For beginners, it is better to focus only on the match winner market at first.
- Don't rush in live markets: Odds change quickly — take a moment to think before making a decision.
- Be careful with multi bets: If any one selection is wrong the entire bet is lost, so start with fewer selections.
- Play responsibly: Betting is for entertainment. Read the responsible gaming policy.
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