Cricket Betting at btk1 — Complete Guide to Betting on BPL, IPL and T20 Matches
btk1 offers a wide range of betting markets to make every moment of cricket more enjoyable — from match winner to ball-by-ball live betting. T20, ODI or Test — all formats are covered in one place.
Cricket Formats and Tournaments
Cricket is Bangladesh's most popular sport. btk1 offers betting across three main formats: T20, ODI and Test. Each format has its own pace and strategy, so the betting markets work differently for each.
T20 matches last only a few hours, so bets settle quickly. BPL (Bangladesh Premier League) and IPL are the most popular T20 tournaments among Bangladeshi fans. Every Bangladesh Tigers match at the T20 World Cup draws enormous interest.
ODI matches involve 50 overs of strategic play. Markets such as top batsman, partnership runs and total innings score are especially relevant here. Test cricket is a five-day contest — in addition to innings-by-innings results, a match draw market is also available.
During ICC events — the World Cup, Champions Trophy and T20 World Cup — the range of betting markets on btk1 expands considerably. Regular markets are also available for international bilateral series.
Football and Other Sports
btk1 offers betting on football alongside cricket. In football, the match winner market covers three outcomes — home, draw or away — so the odds work differently from cricket, since limited-overs cricket generally does not end in a draw. Markets are also available for kabaddi, badminton and other sports, though the depth and variety of markets is less than for cricket.
Crash and Casino Games
For those who prefer fast-paced games beyond sports betting, there is a dedicated crash games section — where a multiplier keeps rising and the strategy is to cash out at the right moment. Those who enjoy slots will find a wide selection of slots and live casino games at btk1 Casino.
Popular Betting Markets and Examples
Cricket betting offers different types of markets, each working in its own way. Six popular markets are explained below in plain terms.
Match Winner
A bet on which team will win the match. T20 and ODI have two outcomes; Test has three (Team A wins, Team B wins or draw). For example, if you bet on Team A to win and they do, you receive a return at the stated odds.
Toss Winner
A bet on which team will win the toss before the match starts. The toss result can influence how a cricket match unfolds, making this market popular. The market closes shortly before the match begins.
Top Batsman
A bet on which batsman will score the most runs for a team. For example, if you bet at specific odds on a player to be the top scorer for Team A and that player does finish as the top scorer, you receive a return.
Total Runs Over/Under
The bookmaker sets a line — for example, 350 runs. You bet on whether the total runs across both innings will be higher (over) or lower (under) than that line. The pitch and weather conditions can influence this market.
Multi Bet
Multiple bets are combined into one. If all selections are correct, the odds multiply to produce a larger return, but if even one selection is wrong, the entire bet loses. For example, three separate bets on three matches can be combined into one multi bet.
First Over Runs
A bet on how many runs will be scored in the first over of the match. This is a specialty market seen more often in T20. For example, an over/under bet on whether more than 6 runs will be scored in the first over — this market closes as soon as the over begins.
How to Read Odds
Three odds formats are used in betting: decimal, fractional and American. Decimal format is the most common in Bangladesh as it is straightforward to understand. On btk1 you can view odds in your preferred format.
Decimal odds show your total return including the stake. Fractional odds show profit only. American odds work differently — a plus (+) sign shows how much you win on a ৳100 bet, while a minus (-) sign shows how much you need to stake to win ৳100.
A ৳1,000 bet on Team A to win. Decimal 2.25 = Fractional 5/4 = American +125. If you win, total return is ৳2,250 (৳1,250 profit + ৳1,000 stake back); if you lose, ৳1,000 is gone.
If Team B is the favourite, the odds are lower: Decimal 1.80 = Fractional 4/5 = American -125. With a ৳1,000 stake, a win gives a total return of ৳1,800 (profit of ৳800).
Keep in mind: the higher the odds, the less likely the bookmaker considers that outcome to be. However, unexpected results can happen at any time — this is especially true in cricket. Betting is a form of entertainment, not a guaranteed way to make money.
Visit the Responsible Gaming page for detailed advice on setting betting limits and staying safe.
Live In-Play Betting — Bet While the Match is On
In-play betting lets you place bets while a match is in progress. In cricket, odds change after every wicket, at the end of every over, or during the powerplay. Live betting on btk1 updates in real time.
For example: if Team A loses wickets quickly in the first powerplay of a T20 match, the odds on Team A winning will lengthen and Team B's odds will shorten. If you think Team A will recover, you can bet at better odds at that point.
During live betting, markets are sometimes suspended for a few seconds — particularly when a wicket falls or during a review. This is normal and necessary for odds to be reassessed.
Over-by-over markets are also available in-play — how many runs will be scored in the next over, whether a wicket will fall on the next ball. These mini-markets add more interest to the match.
Practical Tips for Betting
Cricket betting is purely for entertainment — it is not a source of income. Keeping the following tips in mind will help make the experience enjoyable.
- Set a budget first. Decide in advance how much you will bet in a session and do not go beyond that amount.
- Understand the format before betting. Results shift quickly in T20 and slowly over time in Test — knowing the pace of each format makes it easier to choose the right markets.
- Be careful with multi bets. Combining multiple bets increases the potential return, but a single wrong selection loses the whole bet — it is better to start with fewer selections.
- Keep pitch and weather in mind. Whether the pitch favours batsmen or bowlers can affect the value of various markets.
- Be patient with live betting. Odds in in-play markets change fast — take time to assess the situation before making a decision.
- Take a break after losses. If you lose several bets in a row, it is wiser to take a break rather than rushing to chase your losses.
Start Cricket Betting at btk1
A minimum deposit of ৳300 is required to start betting — add funds to your account instantly via bKash, Nagad, Rocket or Upay. Get a 100% bonus on your first deposit, up to ৳8,000 (bonus subject to 10x wagering requirement). Withdrawals are generally processed within 1 hour. Regular players in the VIP programme receive weekly cashback — there are four tiers from Bronze to Platinum.
For ages 21+. Betting is for entertainment purposes.