1X2 Cricket Betting Market

• 1 – A bet on the home team to win
• X – A bet on the match to end in a draw or no result
• 2 – A bet on the away team to win the game

The playing surface and the weather conditions play a massive role in how the match will unfold. While some pitches are batting-friendly, others are known for spins, leading to lower results. For instance, a flat Indian pitch will heavily favour batsmen and lead to high-scoring matches.

The weather is also not something that you should overlook. Rain can bring the DLS method, which we’ve mentioned earlier, which affects the outcomes significantly. In short, you need to be aware of this in advance.

Recent team performance is among the strongest indicators of what to expect on the field. Is the team on a winning or a losing streak? Are key players in form, or injured? What is the importance of this match? These are some questions that you should ask yourself before each game.

In addition, taking the head-to-head record into account is crucial, especially if previous games were played in similar conditions. A team might have a mental edge over another or perform better at a certain venue, regardless of the current form.

In cricket, the toss is usually more than just a formality; it often shapes the entire game plan. Especially in limited-overs formats, the team that wins the toss can choose to bat first, put pressure on the opponent, or bowl first and exploit the target weaknesses. In T20 leagues like the IPL, chasing teams have historically had a better win rate.

Last-minute injuries and rotations can also heavily impact the team’s chances. It is super important to keep a close eye on the official team announcements, social media and news websites in order to get thorough and up-to-date information. A weakened squad often do not perform as you expect, and you should be aware of that.

Just because a team is heavily favoured does not mean there is a guarantee they would win, especially in the shorter, more dynamic formats like T20. Instead of trusting the odds, assess the matchup yourself, and check historical data, past H2H results, and venue trends. This is how you can find real potential.

It is easy to assume that if a team has a winning streak, they are good at performance and will keep it that way. Cricket isn’t linear and upsets are quite common, so if you ignore the context and do not analyse which teams they beat and how, it can cost you a lot of lost bets.

A top-performing test team may not be as strong in T20 and vice versa. And that is completely okay. Each format of cricket requires different player strengths, strategies, and qualities. And you should treat each of them as a separate entity. So check format-specific stats, instead of the overall team performance.

The first six overs in T20 and ODIs often define the flow and dynamics of the game. Poor powerplay, especially when the team is chasing, can drastically reduce the probability of winning. The best approach here is to look at the team’s historical powerplay performances and bowlers’ records. If one side consistently dominates early, they are the stronger pick, especially if they are batting first.

• Double Chance – Bet on two outcomes at once. The available options are 1X/ 2X/ 12. While the odds here are lower, this reduces the risk in volatile matchups.
• To win the toss + to win the match – This market also combines two vital parameters – the coin toss and the match winner. It is the most viable option when the toss plays a critical role.
• Asian handicap cricket odds – With the handicap cricket betting you are giving any of the teams a virtual advantage or disadvantage, based on the form, pitch and conditions. It is the most useful option if the match is one-sided and the odds are unappealing.