ek999 Cricket Betting — Top Markets for BPL, IPL and International Matches
From T20 to Test, BPL to T20 World Cup — follow every format and every moment more closely with ek999.
Cricket's Three Formats and Familiar Competitions
In Bangladesh, cricket is more than a sport — it is a passion. Just as the sound of bat and ball echoes through the lanes of Dhaka, the whole country follows every Bangladesh Tigers match on the international stage. ek999 understands this passion, and that is why it offers separate markets for every format of cricket.
Cricket has three main formats — T20, ODI and Test. Each format has its own pace and tactics, and each is also distinct from a betting perspective. The cards below give a brief overview of each format.
T20
Each team plays 20 overs, and results can shift quickly. BPL (Bangladesh Premier League), IPL and the T20 World Cup are all played in this format. A sudden wicket or a big shot can change the situation in an instant, making live betting especially engaging here.
One Day International
Strategy matters more in this 50-over format. The powerplay, middle overs and death overs each have their own calculations. The ICC ODI World Cup is played in this format, making it particularly popular among bettors in Bangladesh.
Test Cricket
This five-day format is the purest form of cricket. Pitch behaviour, weather, and the contest between batsman and bowler all come together to make Test betting a completely different experience. Because a draw is possible, a three-outcome market is available.
BPL holds a special place for cricket fans in Bangladesh — local franchises, familiar faces and a home-ground atmosphere make betting on this tournament uniquely enjoyable. IPL's global appeal and ICC events are also covered in ek999's markets.
Beyond Cricket — Football and Other Sports
At ek999, football gets just as much attention as cricket. In Bangladesh there is strong interest in English Premier League, Spanish La Liga and UEFA Champions League matches. In football, a draw in a 90-minute match is a common result, so the markets are structured differently from cricket.
Cricket has specific markets like Toss, Powerplay Runs or Top Wicket-Taker that football does not have. In football, Goal Scorer, Corner Count and Handicap markets are more common. Understanding these differences means getting more out of each sport on its own terms.
ek999 also has betting markets for sports like tennis, badminton and kabaddi. Cricket and football, however, remain the top choices for bettors in Bangladesh.
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Cricket's 7 Popular Betting Markets
Each market has its own character. Some depend on the overall match result, others on a specific moment. Below are seven markets explained in plain terms.
Match Winner
Which team will win the match — this is the most straightforward market. Example: Team A vs Team B — you pick Team B. If Team B wins, your bet is successful; if Team A wins, it is not.
All FormatsToss Winner
Which team will win the toss before the match starts — the result of this market is known within the first few minutes. A well-known market for short-term betting.
T20, ODI, TestTop Batsman
Which batsman will score the most runs in a specific innings. Example: you pick a batsman from Team A — if that player scores the most runs for their team, the bet is successful.
T20, ODITotal Runs (Over/Under)
Whether the total runs in a match will be above or below a set number — this is the Over/Under market. Example: the line is 320 runs — if you pick "Over" and 321 or more runs are scored, you win.
ODI, TestMulti Bet
A single bet combining selections from multiple matches or markets. A full return comes only if every selection is correct. One wrong selection loses the entire bet, so the risk is higher — but so is the potential return.
Multiple MatchesTop Bowler
Which bowler will take the most wickets in an innings. A death-overs bowler in T20 and a middle-overs spinner in ODI play different roles, so knowing the format helps with this market.
T20, ODI, TestHandicap Betting
When there is a gap in strength between two teams, the weaker team is given an advantage (handicap). Example: Team B has a +30 run handicap — meaning even if they are 30 runs behind on the field, they are level for betting purposes.
ODI, TestHow to Read Odds — Three Formats
Odds measure the potential return on a bet. Three different formats for writing odds are used around the world — Decimal, Fractional and American. All three express the same information; only the way they are written differs.
Example 1 — Same Odds in Three Formats (Team A Win, ৳200 Bet)
Decimal 3.00 = Fractional 2/1 = American +200
If the bet wins, the total return is ৳600 (৳400 profit + ৳200 stake). If the bet loses, the full ৳200 is gone.
With Decimal odds, the total return is calculated by simply multiplying the stake by the odds. Fractional odds show only the profit (excluding the original stake). In American odds, a plus (+) sign shows how much profit a ৳100 bet makes, while a minus (−) sign shows how much you need to bet to make ৳100 profit.
Example 2 — Favourite's Odds (Team B Win, ৳200 Bet)
Decimal 1.25 = Fractional 1/4 = American -400
American -400 means you need to bet ৳400 to make ৳100 profit. On a ৳200 bet, the total return is ৳250 (৳50 profit + ৳200 stake).
ek999 shows Decimal format by default, which most Bangladeshi bettors find easiest to follow. For full details on betting rules, it is worth reading ek999's terms and conditions.
Three Odds Formats — A Quick Comparison
Decimal (3.00)
Stake × Odds = Total Return. The simplest calculation.
Fractional (2/1)
Numerator = profit, denominator = stake. Widely used in Europe.
American (+200 / -400)
+ shows profit on a 100 stake; − shows the stake needed to make 100 profit.
Live Betting — Changing Odds During the Match
Live in-play betting means you can place bets even after a match has started. In cricket this is especially engaging because the situation on the field changes with every wicket, every over and every six or four.
As an example: in a T20 match, if Team A loses 3 wickets in the powerplay, their odds of winning will shorten and Team B's odds will lengthen. Similarly, if a batsman starts hitting boundaries consistently, the run line for the next over goes up.
Pitch changes in Test matches and middle-over momentum in ODIs — these small moments create new opportunities in live markets. That said, it is worth keeping in mind: betting is for entertainment, not a guaranteed way to make money.
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Before You Start Betting — Some Practical Tips
Set a budget. Decide in advance how much you will put in each session and stick to that limit. Chasing losses with bigger bets is not a good idea.
Understand the market before you bet. For newcomers, Match Winner or Toss markets are straightforward. Multi bets carry more risk because every selection must be correct.
Don't rush in live markets. Odds move fast in in-play betting. Take time to read the situation before making a decision.
Play responsibly. Betting is entertainment, not a livelihood. Know your limits. For more information, you can read the responsible gaming guidelines.
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