Cricket Betting at l999 — All Markets from T20 to Test, BPL to World Cup
l999 offers detailed betting markets for cricket fans in Bangladesh. Whether you bet before the match or go for live betting, you will find odds for all formats and tournaments in one place.
The three formats of cricket and where betting takes place
To understand cricket betting, you first need to know the difference between the three formats. The style of play differs in each format — so the betting strategies and markets differ too.
T20 is the fastest format. Each team plays only 20 overs, so big shots and power hitting are the main features. All major franchise leagues in the world, including BPL and IPL, are played in the T20 format. The T20 World Cup is also played in this format, where the Bangladesh Tigers' performance is always a focal point for fans.
ODI, or One Day International cricket, gives each team 50 overs. In this mid-paced format, both a batsman's patience and a bowler's tactics matter. The ICC World Cup is played in the ODI format.
Test cricket is the longest format — a five-day match. A draw is a valid result here, which is not the case in T20 or ODI. Test betting markets include three possible results (win, loss, draw).
T20
A fast-paced 20-over match. Markets for all major T20 tournaments — BPL, IPL, T20 World Cup — are available at l999. Every ball creates a new opportunity.
ODI
A balanced 50-over format. Popular for the ICC World Cup and bilateral series. Odds keep changing through to the drinks break.
Test
A five-day match — the most tactical format. Markets are available for draw results as well as wickets, runs and session-based outcomes.
Football and other sports alongside cricket
At l999, you can bet on football, tennis, badminton and several other sports in addition to cricket. In football, you can place bets on matches like the English Premier League, UEFA Champions League, or the local Federation Cup.
The main difference between cricket and football betting is the structure of results. Football generally has three outcomes — home win, draw and away win. This means the odds for each team are comparatively lower. T20 and ODI cricket have no draw, so the market is split between just two teams and the variation in odds works differently.
In addition, l999 offers the option to place multi bets across several sports through l999 Bet — you can combine cricket and football selections on a single slip.
7 popular betting markets in cricket
Each market works differently — some offer a simple two-option choice, while others require relying on statistics. Below is a brief introduction to seven markets.
Match Winner
The simplest market — pick which of the two teams will win. Two options in T20 and ODI, three in Test (win, loss, draw). For example: if Team A wins, bets on Team B lose.
EasiestToss Winner
Before the match starts — which team will win the toss? This is a purely chance-based market, so the odds for both teams are usually equal or close.
Pre-match marketTop Batsman
Which batsman will score the most runs for their team? This market has many options, so the odds for any individual player can be higher.
Player-basedTotal Runs (Over/Under)
The bookmaker sets a line — for example, 160 runs. You bet on whether the team will score more (over) or less (under) than that. Results vary depending on the pitch and weather.
Runs-basedMulti Bet
Add multiple matches or markets to one bet slip. If all selections win, you get a large return at combined odds — but if one loses, the entire bet is lost.
Combo betInnings Score Band
In which range will the total innings runs fall — for example, 150-179 or 180-209 — you choose a range in this market. More popular in T20.
Score rangeBetting Exchange
This is not traditional betting — here you play against other bettors. BACK means betting in favour of a team winning; LAY means betting against a team winning. Odds change quickly during a live match, so active attention is needed.
Exchange marketOdds in three formats — Decimal, Fractional and American
The same market for the same match can be written in three different formats. The numbers look different but the meaning is the same. l999 generally uses the Decimal format, but knowing all three makes it easier to work with any platform.
| Format | Team A win (even money) | Team B win (favourite) |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.50 | 1.50 |
| Fractional | 3/2 | 1/2 |
| American | +150 | -200 |
Example 1 — Decimal 2.50
Odds for a Team A win are 2.50. If you stake ৳1,000 —
Total return if you win: ৳2,500 (profit ৳1,500 + original stake ৳1,000).
If you lose, the full ৳1,000 is gone.
The same odds in Fractional are 3/2 and in American are +150.
Example 2 — Favourite Team B (1.50 / 1/2 / -200)
Team B is considered the favourite — Decimal odds 1.50. If you stake ৳1,000 and win, total return is ৳1,500 (profit ৳500).
In American format this is -200 — meaning you need to stake ৳200 to win ৳100. The bigger the favourite, the larger the negative number.
What are American minus odds?
In American format, a plus (+) number shows how much you will profit on a ৳100 stake. A minus (-) number shows how much you need to stake to make ৳100 profit. -200 means you need to stake ৳200 to win ৳100 — lower return because the team is a strong favourite.
Odds shift when wickets fall — strategies for in-play betting
Live betting is the ability to place bets while a match is in progress. In cricket, every ball is a new event — when a wicket falls, the batting team's odds rise immediately and the bowling team's odds fall.
As overs decrease, the required run rate increases. In T20, if the required run rate changes rapidly in the final 5 overs, the over/under market for total runs also takes on a new shape. In ODI or Test cricket, if the pitch behaves differently in the last session of the day, that is reflected in the odds.
It is better not to rush in live betting. Before placing a bet during an exciting moment, keep the current situation in mind — wickets, runs, overs remaining. Remember that betting is for entertainment, not a guaranteed way to make a profit.
Five practical tips for cricket betting
These are not guarantees of profit — betting is always uncertain. These tips only help to make the betting experience more disciplined.
Set a budget
Decide on a fixed amount before each betting session. When that amount is gone, stop — placing more bets to recover losses is not a good decision.
Choose markets based on the format
Total runs markets are more relevant in T20; session results or series winner are more suitable in Test. Not every market works equally well in every format.
Keep fewer selections in a multi bet
More selections in a multi bet means a bigger potential return — but if one loses, everything is gone. Keeping it to three or four selections is more manageable.
Stay calm in live betting
The excitement of a match can make you want to place several bets in a row. In live betting, look at one market at a time — focusing on too many markets at once leads to confusion.
Betting is entertainment, not pressure
Betting is meant to add to the enjoyment of watching cricket. Feeling disappointed after a loss is natural, but placing more bets to recover is not the right approach. If needed, read the responsible gaming page.
Open an account at l999 and start cricket betting
On your first deposit, there is a chance to receive a 100% bonus up to ৳20,000 (15x wagering requirement applies). Minimum deposit is ৳300. Payments can be made via bKash, Nagad, Rocket and Upay. Withdrawals are generally processed in 10–45 minutes. Regular players can also join the VIP cashback programme.
Log in to l999Multi bet and exchange — how the calculations work
Multi bet example
Three selections — Decimal odds 1.40, 1.80 and 1.90.
Combined odds: 1.40 × 1.80 × 1.90 = 4.79 (approximately).
If all three win on a ৳100 stake, return is ৳479.
If any one loses, the full ৳100 is gone.
Betting exchange example
If you BACK Team A at Decimal 1.80, on a ৳1,000 stake, if you win you make ৳800 profit (before commission); if you lose, ৳1,000 is gone.
If you LAY the same team — your liability is ৳800 (৳1,000 × 0.80). If Team A does not win, you make ৳1,000 profit; if Team A wins, you pay ৳800.
These examples are only to explain how the calculations work — live odds are always different and no return is guaranteed. To find out the full rules for betting at l999, read the terms and conditions.
Bet anytime on mobile
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