bajiwala Cricket Betting — Complete Guide to Betting on T20, ODI and Test Matches
From understanding odds in BPL, IPL and international cricket to live betting — every aspect of cricket betting on bajiwala is explained here in plain language.
Three cricket formats and the competitions Bangladeshis love
Before focusing on cricket betting, it helps to know the formats well — because the odds and types of bets differ from one format to another.
T20
Just 20 overs per side — so things can change in an instant. BPL and IPL are played in this format, and it draws the most interest from Bangladeshi fans. Tigers matches in the T20 World Cup carry special weight in the betting world. Because odds shift quickly, this format is particularly engaging for live betting.
ODI
In One Day Internationals, each side gets 50 overs. The ICC Cricket World Cup uses this format. In ODI matches, three markets are active at the same time — top batsman, total runs and match winner. Strategic changes happen a little more slowly compared to T20, so the odds do not swing as much.
Test
In five-day Test cricket, a draw is a valid result — so you can bet on three possible outcomes: Team A wins, Team B wins, or the match is drawn. In this longer format, pitch conditions, weather and the batting lineup play a much bigger role.
The two tournaments Bangladeshis love most
BPL is Bangladesh's own T20 league — it holds a special place for cricket fans in the country. With local and overseas stars facing off in every match, it generates its own distinct demand in the betting markets. IPL features the best cricketers in the world, and the involvement of Tigers players makes it even more interesting for Bangladeshi fans.
On the international side, bajiwala also covers the T20 World Cup, Asia Cup and ICC Test Championship. In major tournaments, markets for multiple matches stay open at the same time, creating more scope for multi bets.
How betting on football and other sports differs
Alongside cricket, bajiwala offers betting on football, tennis, basketball and several other sports. Each sport has its own characteristics that are worth understanding.
In football's 90-minute game, a draw is a very common result — so the "1X2" market has three options. In T20 or ODI cricket, limited-overs matches generally do not end in a draw, so the market is simpler. Tennis offers set-by-set betting, with separate markets for each set. In basketball, point spread betting is more common. Ball-by-ball live betting, as seen in cricket, is not as detailed in other sports.
For a full look at sports betting, see the bajiwala sports betting guide — it covers markets for different sports, handicap betting and exchange betting separately.
Cricket
Ball-by-ball live betting, odds that shift with wickets and overs.
Football
1X2, BTTS, goals over/under and corner markets.
Tennis
Set and game markets, live score tracking.
Esports
Match winner and map betting for popular game tournaments.
The 7 most common betting markets in cricket
Each market has its own characteristics. Below is a brief explanation of what you can bet on in each market and how the result is determined.
Match Winner
Which team wins the match — the simplest market of all. Two outcomes in T20 and ODI (Team A or Team B), three in Test (Team A, Team B or draw). Example: if Team A is at decimal odds of 1.80 and Team B at 2.00, a ৳1,000 bet on Team B returns ৳2,000 if Team B wins.
Toss Betting
A separate market for which team wins the toss before the match starts. The toss result is completely independent from the rest of the match, so the odds here are usually close to even.
Top Batsman
Which batter scores the most runs for their team — each batter in the squad has separate odds in this market. Batting order and current form play a big part here.
Total Runs Over/Under
Whether the total runs scored in the match will be over or under a set number. The number of wickets and pitch conditions influence this market.
Multi Bet
Combining the results of multiple matches into one bet creates a multi bet. Three selections at decimal odds of 1.40, 1.60 and 1.80 give total odds of 4.03, so ৳100 returns ৳403 if all three are correct — but one wrong pick and the entire bet is lost.
Top Bowler
Which bowler takes the most wickets — pitch conditions and the bowler's recent form are the key factors in this market.
First Wicket Partnership Runs
How many runs the opening pair will score together — over or under a set number. How the match unfolds in the first few overs determines this.
Decimal, fractional and American odds — three formats in one place
The same odds can be written in three different ways. The two examples below make it easy to understand — no complicated calculations involved.
| Format | Team A (underdog) | Team B (favourite) | What does it mean? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.50 | 1.80 | Stake × odds = total return (including stake) |
| Fractional | 3/2 | 4/5 | First number is profit, second number is stake |
| American | +150 | −125 | + means profit on a ৳100 bet; − means the amount needed to win ৳100 |
Team A to win — ৳200 stake
Decimal odds 2.50 = Fractional 3/2 = American +150
If Team A wins, you get back ৳500 (৳300 profit + ৳200 stake).
If Team A loses, ৳200 is lost.
Team B to win — ৳200 stake
Decimal odds 1.80 = Fractional 4/5 = American −125
If Team B wins, you get back ৳360 (৳160 profit + ৳200 stake).
American −125 means you need to stake ৳125 to make a ৳100 profit.
bajiwala shows decimal format by default. It is the most straightforward — stake × odds = total return. To learn more about payments, see the bajiwala Login page, which explains how to create an account.
How odds shift when a wicket falls or an over ends
In-play or live betting means placing bets while the match is in progress — odds change instantly as the score and situation develop. In cricket, this experience is unlike any other sport, because something can happen on every single ball.
Say Team A is batting in a T20 and has scored 50 runs off 10 overs with 6 wickets down. At that point, Team A's odds of winning will lengthen considerably, because their situation is difficult. But if two big sixes come in the next two overs, those odds will drop back quickly.
Four things determine live odds: the number of wickets, overs remaining, run rate and the form of the batters. In ODI matches, the end of the powerplay can bring a big shift in odds. In Test matches, weather, pitch deterioration and how well a session has gone are all factored in.
Stay patient with live betting — odds move fast, so it is better to read the situation before acting rather than rushing a decision. Remember, betting is for entertainment — always stay within a set budget.
Some ways to keep a clear head when betting on cricket
Betting is part of entertainment. Keeping the following tips in mind makes the experience better.
Set a budget
Before each match, decide how much you will put in and stick to that limit.
Understand one market well
Start by focusing on simple markets like match winner or total runs — jumping into too many markets at once gets confusing.
Watch the pitch and weather
A spin-friendly pitch is more likely to produce a low-scoring match. Rain forecasts also shift the odds on total runs.
No rushing in live betting
Because odds change quickly, take a moment to read the situation rather than making a fast decision out of impulse.
Keep selections low in multi bets
The more selections in a multi bet, the higher the risk — keeping it to 2–3 selections is simpler.
Bet responsibly
Betting is for entertainment. Placing more bets to chase losses is not the right approach. Read the responsible gaming policy.
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