Cricket Betting at lv18 — Choose the Best Markets for BPL, IPL and International Matches
The situation changes with every ball in cricket. At lv18 you can bet on all formats from T20 to Test — before the match starts and while play is in progress. Deposit using the most familiar payment methods in Bangladesh and place your bet on the market of your choice.
Cricket Formats and Competitions — Which One to Bet On?
Cricket's three main formats — T20, ODI and Test — each offer a different experience from a betting perspective. T20 is the fastest format; a full match is completed in just 20 overs, so odds move quickly. A big six or a single wicket can change the picture in an instant. ODIs are 50 overs, leaving room to adjust strategy mid-innings. Test cricket is the longest format — pitch conditions and weather shape the pace of play over five days.
BPL is the most talked-about tournament among fans in Bangladesh. Multiple markets are open on every Bangladesh Premier League match at lv18. You can also bet on India's IPL, the ICC T20 World Cup, and Bangladesh Tigers international matches. Test series and ODI series markets are also available regularly during the international calendar.
There are some differences between cricket betting and football or other sports. Football commonly ends in a draw, so those markets offer three outcomes. In limited-overs cricket there is generally no draw — one of the two teams wins. Cricket also has separate markets for runs, wickets, overs and partnerships that do not exist in football.
Popular Cricket Betting Markets
A range of markets is available for cricket betting at lv18. Below is a brief explanation of seven popular markets and how they work.
Match Winner
SimpleWhich of the two teams will win — this is the most straightforward market. There is no draw in T20, so you choose between two options: Team A or Team B.
Toss Winner
Quick ResultWhich team will win the toss — the result of this market is known before the teams take the field. Bet on either Team A or Team B.
Top Run Scorer
Batter MarketWhich batter from either team will score the most runs in an innings or across the full match — this market involves betting on a specific player's name.
Total Runs Over/Under
Runs MarketYou choose whether the total runs in an innings will go above (over) or stay below (under) a set number. Example: whether total runs will exceed 160.
Top Wicket Taker
Bowler MarketWhich bowler will take the most wickets — understanding the pitch conditions and match situation can help inform decisions in this market.
Handicap Betting
Spread MarketOne team is given a notional advantage or disadvantage. If Team A is on a 25-run handicap, they need to win by more than 25 runs for the bet to succeed.
Multi Bet (Multiple Selections)
Combined BetMultiple markets can be combined in a single bet. If all selections are correct the return is larger, but if even one is wrong the entire bet is lost — see the odds section below for a multi bet example.
How to Read Odds
There are three main odds formats — decimal, fractional and American. At lv18 you can choose the format you prefer. Each format expresses the same thing in a different way.
Example 1 — Odds for the Outsider
Say you want to bet on Team A to win. The odds are 3.00 in decimal, 2/1 in fractional and +200 in American — all three represent the same value. A ৳200 bet returns ৳600 if you win (৳400 profit + ৳200 stake); you lose ৳200 if you lose.
Example 2 — Odds for the Favourite
Team B is the favourite. The odds are 1.80 in decimal, 4/5 in fractional and -125 in American. American minus odds mean you need to stake ৳125 to win ৳100. A ৳200 bet returns ৳360 if you win (৳160 profit).
Multi Bet Example
Combining three selections creates a multi bet. The total odds are calculated by multiplying each selection's odds together. Example: decimal odds of 1.40, 1.70 and 1.80 give total odds of 1.40 × 1.70 × 1.80 = 4.28 (approximately). A ৳100 bet returns ৳428 if all selections are correct. If even one is wrong, the entire ৳100 is lost.
| Format | Team A (Outsider) | Team B (Favourite) |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 3.00 | 1.80 |
| Fractional | 2/1 | 4/5 |
| American | +200 | -125 |
| Return on ৳200 Bet | ৳600 | ৳360 |
Team A and Team B are fictional teams — these are examples only and are not a guarantee of any live odds or outcomes.
Live In-Play Betting — While the Match is On
In-play betting lets you place bets while the match is in progress. Odds shift with every wicket and at the end of each powerplay. Say Team A scores 60 runs in the first five overs of a T20 — at that point Team A's chances of winning increase, their odds shorten, and Team B's odds lengthen.
Key moments to watch in in-play betting include the situation at the end of the powerplay, the dismissal of a key batter, and the start of the final five overs. Odds move quickly at these moments. In Test cricket, when the pitch starts breaking up on the fifth day, spinners become more likely to take wickets, which affects in-play wicket markets.
In the lv18 in-play section you can view the current match score and situation before placing a bet. Using the lv18 app on mobile lets you bet live from anywhere.
Betting on Football and Other Sports
Alongside cricket, lv18 also offers betting on football and other sports. In football, the match winner market has three outcomes — home win, draw and away win. Unlike cricket where there are only two options, three outcomes mean each is priced differently.
Popular football markets include goal scorer, total goals over/under, time of first goal and handicap. Compared to cricket, football has fewer scoring events (goals), so odds shift more sharply after each goal.
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Cricket vs Football
- No draw in T20 cricket; draws exist in football
- Cricket has separate markets for runs and wickets
- Football offers goal timing markets
- In-play is available in both, but the pace differs
- Test cricket offers long markets spanning five days
Useful Betting Tips
Set a Budget
Decide how much you will bet before each match. Betting is for entertainment — avoid increasing your stakes to try to recover losses. Read the responsible gaming guidelines for more information.
Understand the Format Before Betting
The influence of pitch and weather differs across T20, ODI and Test. In limited-overs matches, understanding whether the pitch favours bowling or batting makes it easier to choose a market.
Do Not Spread Across Too Many Markets at Once
Multi bets offer bigger odds, but one wrong selection and the whole bet is gone. Start with one or two markets and build your experience gradually.
Live Betting on Mobile
In-play markets update quickly on the mobile app. To take advantage of odds movements, place bets while watching the match on your mobile.
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