Cricket Betting on bat — bet on every match from BPL to the T20 World Cup
Experience Bangladesh's most popular sport in a new way on bat's cricket betting platform. From T20 to Test, BPL to ICC tournaments — live odds, diverse markets and straightforward betting across every format.
The three cricket formats and how betting differs across them
Each cricket format moves at its own pace, and the style of betting in each one is a little different. Understanding which markets are most active in each format makes betting much more enjoyable.
Twenty20 (T20)
This short format of 20 overs per side changes very quickly. BPL, IPL and the T20 World Cup are all played in this format. Total runs, powerplay score and match winner markets are the most popular here.
One Day International (ODI)
Strategy plays a bigger role in this 50-over format. Changes in run rate and wickets in the middle overs move odds considerably. The ICC World Cup is also played in this format, so markets are broader for the big matches.
Test Cricket
In this five-day format, a draw is a valid result. Betting therefore covers three outcomes: Team A wins, Team B wins, and draw. Pitch behaviour, weather and batting line-up have a particularly strong influence on Test betting.
BPL, IPL and international matches
The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) is the closest cricket celebration for Bangladeshis. On bat, you can bet across multiple markets for every BPL match, including match winner, toss winner and innings score.
During IPL, Bangladeshi users also show strong interest in matches involving Indian teams. International tournaments such as the T20 World Cup and ICC Champions Trophy bring even more variety to the betting markets.
bat also offers betting on football, kabaddi and tennis — however, this page focuses on cricket as the primary topic, since cricket betting is naturally the most active in Bangladesh. All sports markets are accessible through bat bet.
Cricket vs Football — key differences in betting
Both cricket and football are available on bat, but the betting structure of the two sports is quite different. Knowing the strengths of each will help you focus on the one you prefer.
| Category | Cricket | Football |
|---|---|---|
| Match length | 3 hours (T20) to 5 days (Test) | 90 minutes + extra time |
| Possible outcomes | T20/ODI: two; Test: three (including draw) | Three (win, loss, draw) |
| Popular markets | Toss winner, top batsman, total runs | Match winner, first goalscorer, corners |
| Live betting | Odds change with every wicket and over | Odds change after goals and cards |
| Popularity in Bangladesh | Highest — peaks during BPL and Bangladesh Tigers matches | Higher during the World Cup and Premier League |
Popular cricket betting markets
On bat, you can bet across several different markets in a single cricket match at the same time. Seven popular markets are briefly explained below.
Match Winner
Who will win the match is the simplest market. Bet on either Team A or Team B. In T20 there is no draw, so there are only two options.
Toss Winner
Bet on which team will win the toss before the match begins. It has no direct connection to the match result, so it can be considered independently.
Top Batsman
Bet on which batter will score the most runs in an innings. Knowing the batting order and pitch conditions is useful here.
Total Runs — Over/Under
Bet on whether the total runs in the match will go above or below a set number. Example: will total runs exceed 310.
Multi Bet
Combining multiple matches or markets together creates a multi bet. If all selections are correct the return is much higher, but if one is wrong the entire bet is lost.
Over of First Wicket
Bet on which over the first wicket will fall. The bowlers' form in the powerplay and the pace of the pitch influence this market.
Handicap Betting
The weaker team is given a notional runs or wickets advantage to level the betting against the stronger team. The result is judged against the condition rather than the raw score.
How to read odds formats
Most sports betting platforms, including bat, use three odds formats — decimal, fractional and American. All three express the same probability of winning; only the way they are written differs.
| Format | Team A wins | Team B wins (favourite) |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.25 | 1.80 |
| Fractional | 5/4 | 4/5 |
| American | +125 | −125 |
Example 1 — bet on Team A (underdog)
Say you bet ৳200 on Team A to win. Decimal odds are 2.25 — fractional 5/4, American +125. If Team A wins, you receive ৳450 (৳250 profit plus your ৳200 back). If Team A loses, ৳200 is lost.
Example 2 — bet on Team B (favourite)
Team B is the favourite, so the odds are lower — decimal 1.80 (fractional 4/5, American −125). American minus odds mean that staking that amount returns 100 units of profit. A ৳200 bet returns ৳360 if Team B wins (৳160 profit).
Multi bet calculation
Three selections — decimal odds 1.70, 1.80 and 1.90 — combined in a multi bet:
A ৳100 bet returns ৳581 if all three selections are correct. But if even one is wrong, the full ৳100 is lost. A multi bet offers a higher return, but the risk is just as high.
Live betting — odds shift with every wicket
The most engaging betting experience in cricket is in-play or live betting. Odds change instantly with every event during the match, so each ball creates a new situation.
Odds change when a wicket falls
When a key batter from Team A is dismissed, their odds of winning immediately rise and Team B's odds fall. This moment creates an opportunity to place a new bet.
Run rate and overs
If the required run rate climbs in the final five overs, the batting team's odds rise quickly. The opposite happens when runs come fast in the powerplay.
Variety in live markets
During the match, new markets open for the next wicket, runs in the next over and a revised innings total. Each change gives bettors the opportunity to make a new decision.
Live betting on mobile
bat's mobile platform lets you bet on live markets while watching the match. This feature is available on both Android and iOS.
Useful tips for cricket betting
Betting is a form of entertainment. The tips below will help you enjoy it more responsibly. Betting should never be seen as a guaranteed source of income.
Understand the format
Since T20, ODI and Test each have different rules, think about your betting approach separately for each format.
Set a budget
Decide in advance how much you are willing to spend. Enjoy betting without going beyond that limit.
Use multiple markets
Instead of only betting on the match winner, try variety with toss, top batsman or total runs markets.
No rushing in live betting
Odds change fast in-play. Rather than reacting immediately after an event, take a moment to observe the situation.
Play responsibly
Read bat's responsible gaming guidelines and set your own limits.
Know the rules
Before betting, read bat's terms and conditions carefully so you have a clear understanding of how markets are settled.
Get started on bat — bonuses, payments and VIP benefits
New members get a 100% bonus on their first deposit, up to ৳5,000. The bonus amount must be wagered 10 times. Example: a ৳1,000 deposit earns a ৳1,000 bonus — balance ৳2,000 — wagering requirement ৳10,000.
Deposits and withdrawals are available via bKash, Nagad, Rocket and bank transfer. bat VIP members receive weekly cashback across three tiers: Bronze, Silver and Gold. Live chat support in Bengali and English is available 24/7.
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