i baji Cricket Betting — Complete Guide to T20, ODI and Test Matches
i baji brings cricket betting to make Bangladesh's most popular sport even more enjoyable. From BPL to IPL, T20 World Cup to Test series — there are markets to bet on across every match. This page covers cricket betting formats, market types, how to read odds, and how live betting works.
Cricket Formats and Popular Tournaments
Cricket is played in three main formats — T20, ODI and Test. Each format has its own pace and character, and each offers a different betting experience.
T20: A fast-paced 20-over match. Runs come quickly and wickets fall often. BPL and IPL are played in this format. T20 is the most familiar and popular format among Bangladesh fans.
ODI: A 50-over one-day match. Slower than T20, but the ICC Cricket World Cup is played in this format. A large share of the Tigers' historic wins have come in ODIs.
Test: A five-day match that tests strategy and patience. In betting, a draw is a valid result here, so you can bet on three possible outcomes.
At i baji, you can bet on matches from BPL, IPL, T20 World Cup and international bilateral series. The bigger the tournament, the more markets are available.
How Football and Other Sports Betting Differ
Alongside cricket, i baji also offers betting on football and other sports. Each sport has a different structure, so the betting experience varies accordingly.
Football has three possible outcomes — Team A wins, Team B wins, or a draw. Because a draw is possible, odds for each outcome are set differently compared to cricket. In T20 or ODI cricket a draw does not normally occur, so odds are split between just two outcomes.
In cricket, over-by-over statistics — run rate, wickets, powerplay — directly affect betting markets, which differs from football's goal-based live odds. Sports like hockey, tennis or kabaddi have comparatively shorter match lengths and fewer market options.
Cricket holds the deepest place in Bangladesh's sports culture. At i baji, i baji Bet gives you access to betting across different sports all in one platform.
Popular Betting Markets in Cricket
At i baji, you can bet across several types of cricket markets. Below are the most popular markets along with a brief example of each:
Match Winner
A bet on which team will win the match. In T20 there are two outcomes — Team A or Team B wins. Example: if you pick Team B and they win, your bet is successful.
Toss Winner
A bet on which team will win the toss before the match begins. This is a purely chance-based market and has no connection to the cricket result.
Top Batsman
A bet on which batter from a given team will score the most runs in an innings or across the whole match — placed against specific players.
Total Runs Over/Under
A bet on whether the total runs scored in a match will be above (over) or below (under) a set number. Example: will total runs exceed 150?
Multi Bet
A single bet that links multiple outcomes from multiple matches together. If all selections are correct the total return is much higher, but if even one fails the entire bet is lost.
First Wicket Fall
A bet on at what run total the first wicket of an innings will fall — placed over or under a specific run threshold. This market is active from the very start of a T20.
Man of the Match
A bet on which player is expected to deliver the best performance in the match — placed against the names of likely candidates.
Odds in Three Formats — With Real Examples
Odds can be displayed in three different formats across platforms — decimal, fractional and American. The same probability of winning is expressed differently in each format.
| Format | Team A (Underdog) | Team B (Favourite) | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.50 | 1.80 | Total Return = Stake × Odds |
| Fractional | 3/2 | 4/5 | Profit / Stake Ratio |
| American | +150 | -125 | + means profit on a 100 stake; − means stake needed to win 100 |
Example 1 — Underdog (Team A):
You bet ৳200 on Team A to win. The same odds in three formats: decimal 2.50 = fractional 3/2 = American +150. If Team A wins, your total return is ৳500 (৳300 profit + ৳200 stake). If Team A loses, you lose ৳200.
Example 2 — Favourite (Team B):
Team B's odds are decimal 1.80 = fractional 4/5 = American -125. American minus odds show how much you need to stake to make ৳100 profit. A ৳200 bet returns ৳360 in total if Team B wins (৳160 profit).
Live Betting — Place Bets During the Match
Live or in-play betting means placing bets while a match is in progress. In cricket this is particularly engaging, as any ball or over can change the situation.
When a wicket falls, the batting team's odds generally rise — because scoring becomes harder. A big over during the powerplay shifts the run-target odds. In T20, the required run rate and wickets in hand in the final 5 overs are the two key drivers of live odds.
Live betting requires quick decisions, as odds update frequently. Placing a pre-match bet before the game and placing a live bet mid-match are two different experiences.
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Working Out a Multi Bet
In a multi bet, multiple selections are combined into one. If all are correct, the odds multiply to produce a much larger return — but if even one is wrong, the entire bet is lost.
Example: you pick three outcomes from three separate matches — decimal odds of 1.40, 1.70 and 1.80 respectively. The combined multi bet odds are 1.40 × 1.70 × 1.80 = 4.28 (approximately). A ৳100 stake returns ৳428 if all three win. If any one of them loses, the full ৳100 is lost.
Enjoy multi bets as a form of entertainment — they are not an income strategy. For more on responsible betting, read the Responsible Gaming page.
Multi Bet Summary
| Selection 1 | 1.40 |
| Selection 2 | 1.70 |
| Selection 3 | 1.80 |
| Combined Odds | 4.28 |
| Return on ৳100 Stake | ৳428 |
Useful Tips for Cricket Betting
Understand the format before betting. The same team's chances of winning can differ between T20 and Test. Keep track of which team has been in better recent form in each format.
Consider the pitch and weather. In Test cricket, the pitch type (spin-friendly or pace-friendly) shapes how the match plays out. A forecast of rain can change the outcome of an ODI or T20.
Set a budget. Betting is a form of entertainment — decide on a fixed amount for each match and stick to that limit. Chasing losses with bigger bets is risky.
Keep multi bets in check. The more selections you add, the lower the chance that all of them are correct. Two or three selections are enough for a multi bet.
Be patient in live betting. Odds shift considerably after the first over. Watching how the match unfolds for a bit before placing a live bet gives you a clearer picture.
Know the limits of your knowledge. Bet on matches and markets you know well. It is better not to bet on unfamiliar formats or sports out of impulse.
Beyond Cricket — Card Games and Casino
During breaks between cricket matches, you can also enjoy card games at i baji. i baji Teen Patti is the online version of Bangladesh's traditional card game, where every hand is a different experience mixing strategy and chance. Full details on rules, strategy and bet types are available on that page.
Joker Poker is also available at i baji — it is a popular form of video poker where the joker card acts as a wild. Full rules and payout details are on that dedicated page.
You can also use the i baji mobile app to access all these games in one platform. The Android APK and iOS versions are available through official channels. For more details on the app, visit the i baji App page.
Get Started at i baji — Bonus and Payments
Open an account at i baji for the first time and make a deposit to receive a 100% bonus, up to ৳20,000 — wagering requirement is 10 times the bonus amount. Example: deposit ৳1,000 and ৳1,000 bonus is added, giving a total balance of ৳2,000; you need to wager ৳10,000 to withdraw the bonus.
Minimum deposit is ৳500. Payments are accepted via bKash, Nagad, Rocket and bank transfer. Withdrawals are generally processed within 1 hour, with a minimum of ৳800. 24/7 live chat support is available in both Bangla and English.
Common Questions About Cricket Betting
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For ages 21+. All betting and casino activities at i baji, including cricket betting, are for users aged 21 and above only. Betting is a form of entertainment — do not treat it as a source of income. To learn about responsible betting, visit the Responsible Gaming page.