Cricket Betting at cbaji — Bet on Every Match from T20 to Test
cbaji brings a full betting experience for cricket fans in Bangladesh. Access a wide range of markets, live odds and convenient payment methods for BPL, IPL, T20 World Cup and other international matches — all in one place.
Cricket's three formats and popular competitions
T20 — The fastest format
In this twenty-over format, every ball counts. T20 matches in BPL and IPL draw the largest audiences in Bangladesh. Odds shift after each over, which makes live betting particularly engaging here.
ODI — The balanced 50-over game
One-day international cricket calls for both strategy and patience. ODI matches are played at the ICC World Cup and ICC Champions Trophy. Total runs and partnership markets are most common in this format.
Test — Five days of cricket
Test cricket moves at a slower pace, but offers the widest variety of betting markets. Innings totals, session scores and top batsman are among the many markets available in Test matches.
BPL, IPL and international cricket
The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) is the biggest domestic cricket tournament in the country. Interest among Bangladeshi fans peaks during this tournament every year, and cbaji covers betting markets for every round of BPL matches.
The world's best players compete in the IPL, making its markets especially varied. Bangladesh national team (Tigers) matches at the T20 World Cup and other ICC events receive dedicated coverage on cbaji.
Bilateral series between different countries are also regularly featured in cbaji's sports section. For a new betting experience, see the details at cbaji Bet.
Popular cricket betting markets
Each cricket match offers multiple types of markets. Below, seven familiar markets and how each of them works are explained in plain terms.
Match Winner
This market is simply about which team wins the match. T20 and ODI have no draw, so there are only two outcomes to choose from. Pick whichever team you think is stronger — Team A or Team B.
Toss Winner
You can bet on which team wins the toss before the match starts. The result depends entirely on chance, so this is a simple but unpredictable market.
Top Batsman
Bet on which batsman from a team will score the most runs in an innings or across the whole match. The team's batting order and pitch conditions are important factors here.
Total Runs
This market offers two options: whether the total runs scored in an innings or across the match will be over or under a set number. Pitch and wicket conditions can help guide the decision.
Run Handicap
When there is a gap in strength between two teams, a handicap market is created. The weaker team is given a notional advantage to level the market. For example, if Team A receives a 20-run handicap, that margin is factored into the final result.
Multi Bet / Accumulator
You can combine multiple matches or markets into a single bet. If all of them win, you receive a return based on the full accumulated odds; if even one loses, the entire bet is lost.
Understanding each market separately is important
Each betting market has its own characteristics. In a multi bet with three selections at decimal odds of 1.50, 1.80 and 1.90, the combined odds are 1.50 × 1.80 × 1.90 = 5.13 (approximately). A ৳100 stake returns ৳513 — but only if all three selections are correct; if even one is wrong, the full ৳100 is lost.
For top batsman or total runs markets, it is worth thinking about the match context beforehand — such as pitch conditions and the weather.
How odds are written in three formats
The same odds can be expressed in three ways: decimal, fractional and American. The examples below make the differences clear.
Example 1 — If Team A wins
You placed a ৳500 bet at decimal odds of 2.25. If Team A wins, you get back ৳1,125 (৳625 profit + ৳500 original stake). If Team A loses, you lose ৳500.
Example 2 — If Team B is the favourite
Team B's odds are decimal 1.80. A ৳500 bet returns ৳900 if they win (৳400 profit). In American format, −125 means you need to stake ৳125 to make ৳100 profit — this is the sign of a favourite.
A simple comparison of the three formats
- Decimal — The simplest format. Total return = stake × odds. cbaji uses this as the default format.
- Fractional — The traditional British format. 5/4 means ৳5 profit for every ৳4 staked.
- American — Plus (+) indicates the underdog; Minus (−) indicates the favourite. +125 means ৳125 profit on a ৳100 stake.
- All three formats express the same value — only the way they are written differs.
Odds change according to market conditions. The figures shown here are for illustration only — they are not a promise of any specific match odds or guaranteed outcome.
Football and other sports betting
Markets beyond cricket
At cbaji, you can bet on football as well as cricket. Match winner, goal total and handicap markets are available for big leagues and tournaments in world football.
The key difference between cricket and football betting is the number of possible outcomes. Football has three — home win, draw or away win. T20 and ODI cricket have no draw, so there are only two options. This difference directly affects how odds are calculated.
Markets for badminton, tennis and other sports are also available, though cricket is the most followed sport in Bangladesh.
Live in-play — Betting while the match is on
Live betting lets you place bets after a match has started. Odds shift with every wicket and at the end of every over. If Team A loses 5 wickets in 10 overs, Team B's odds of winning will shorten and Team A's will lengthen — that is the core principle of live odds.
In-play betting requires quick decisions. Odds can update within seconds. Keeping notifications on in the cbaji App means you can act at the right moment.
In T20, odds move the most during the powerplay overs. A six or a key wicket can shift the entire market. In Test matches, changes come more slowly, giving a bit more time to analyse.
When a wicket falls, the odds for the team that lost the wicket lengthen — meaning their chances of winning are considered lower.
During a big partnership, the batting team's odds shorten — the market tightens as they move further ahead.
Know this before in-play betting
- Odds change in an instant — a slow decision can mean a missed opportunity.
- Without a stable internet connection, live betting becomes difficult.
- Staying updated on recent match events makes it easier to read the markets.
- Betting is for entertainment — stay within a set budget.
Practical tips for beginners
- Start with one market — The match winner market is the easiest to begin with. Once you are comfortable with it, move on to other markets gradually.
- Set a budget — Decide how much you will spend in each session before you start. Betting is entertainment, not a source of income.
- Compare odds — Odds vary across different markets. Decimal 2.25 means ৳1,125 back on a ৳500 bet — keep this calculation in mind when making decisions.
- Be patient in live betting — Rather than rushing into a decision, try to get a feel for how the match is unfolding.
- Follow responsible gaming guidelines — Read cbaji's responsible gaming guidelines to keep your betting experience positive at all times.
Start cricket betting at cbaji
You can get started with a deposit of just ৳300. New members receive a 100% bonus on their first deposit, up to ৳8,000 (25x wagering requirement). Example: a ৳1,000 deposit earns a ৳1,000 bonus, giving a balance of ৳2,000 with a wagering requirement of ৳25,000.
Payments can be made via bKash, Nagad, Rocket and bank transfer. Withdrawals use the same methods and typically complete within 30 minutes to 3 hours. Regular players receive weekly cashback through the VIP programme.