Cricket Betting at newcity — Odds for Every Match from BPL to T20 World Cup
Get closer to Bangladesh's most popular sport. At newcity, you can bet on match winner, toss, top batsman, and multiple other markets across T20, ODI, and Test formats.
Cricket Formats and Tournaments — A Betting Perspective
In Bangladesh, cricket is more than a sport — it is a passion. From tea stalls in Dhaka to village fields, the whole country stays glued to the screen on Tigers match days. The cricket betting section at newcity is built around that very passion.
The three main formats of cricket are T20, ODI, and Test — and the style of betting differs slightly across each.
T20 Cricket
In this 20-over format, the game changes rapidly. In tournaments like BPL, IPL, and the T20 World Cup, the situation shifts with every ball, so odds fluctuate constantly. T20 is the most dynamic format for live betting.
ODI Cricket
In a 50-over match, strategy and patience play a bigger role. ODIs are played at the ICC Cricket World Cup and bilateral series. Total runs over/under and top batsman markets are particularly popular here.
Test Cricket
In this five-day format, a match can end in three ways — win, loss, or draw — and odds are set accordingly. The wicket-fall rate and pitch conditions play a significant role in Test betting.
Football betting is also available at newcity. The main difference between cricket and football is the scoring structure — cricket counts runs and wickets, while football requires you to factor in goals and the possibility of a draw. Football handicap markets work similarly to run handicap markets in cricket, though the context is different. After cricket, Kabaddi and Badminton are also popular in Bangladesh, but cricket offers the most markets in the international betting space.
The Betting Markets Used Most Often
A variety of markets are available for cricket at newcity. Below is a brief overview of the most familiar ones:
Match Winner
Which of the two teams will win — this is the most straightforward market. Pick Team A or Team B and the bet is settled based on the match result.
Toss Bet
A bet on which team wins the toss before the match starts. This does not depend on the rest of the match, so the result is known quickly.
Top Batsman
Which player (within a team) will score the most runs in an innings or across the whole match — you pick the best batsman from the team's lineup. This market is easier to follow if you know the team's batting order.
Total Runs Over/Under
Will the total runs in the match be above (over) or below (under) a set number — the identity of the teams does not matter in this market, only the run count.
Multi Bet
Combining multiple matches or markets into a single bet. Example: if you bet at odds of 1.50, 1.70, and 1.80 across three separate markets, the combined odds come to 1.50 × 1.70 × 1.80 = 4.59 (approximately). A ৳100 bet returns ৳459 if all three selections are correct — but if even one is wrong, the entire ৳100 is lost.
Betting Exchange
The option to bet directly against another bettor. If you think Team A will win, BACK them — if Team A wins you profit, if not you lose the stake. If you LAY instead, you take the role of the bookmaker.
Top Wicket-Taker
Which bowler will take the most wickets in an innings or a match — this is the bowling equivalent of the top batsman market. You can make your decision by comparing pace bowlers against spinners.
How Odds Are Written and How to Read Them
Betting odds are written in three different formats — decimal, fractional, and American. All three express the same probability; only the notation differs. Two examples below explain how each works.
Example 1 — Team A wins (৳200 bet)
| Format | Odds | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.25 | ৳2.25 returned for every ৳1 staked |
| Fractional | 5/4 | Profit of ৳5 for every ৳4 bet |
| American | +125 | Profit of ৳125 on a ৳100 bet |
Bet wins: ৳450 returned (৳250 profit + ৳200 original stake).
Bet loses: ৳200 is gone.
Example 2 — Favourite Team B wins (৳200 bet)
| Format | Odds | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 1.25 | Strong favourite, lower return |
| Fractional | 1/4 | Profit of just ৳1 for every ৳4 bet |
| American | -400 | Negative odds mean you need to bet ৳400 to make ৳100 profit |
Bet wins: ৳250 returned (৳50 profit + ৳200 original stake).
Bet loses: ৳200 is gone.
Keep in mind — lower odds mean the outcome is more likely, while higher odds mean lower probability but a bigger return if you win. You only need to be comfortable with one of the three formats — the newcity platform lets you view odds in your preferred format. You can also check the newcity Bet betting guide for more details.
Simple rules for reading odds
- Decimal odds × stake amount = total return (profit + original stake)
- In fractional odds, the numerator is the profit and the denominator is the stake
- American (+) means you are the underdog; (−) means you are betting on the favourite
- In a multi bet, multiply all odds together — if any one selection loses, the entire bet is void
Live In-Play Betting — Odds Shift When a Wicket Falls
Live in-play betting lets you place bets after a match has already started. Odds change with every ball — when a wicket falls, the batting team's odds lengthen, and when a big shot is hit, they shorten.
In the last five overs of a T20 match, as the required run rate climbs, the bowling team's odds shorten. Conversely, if the batting team starts hitting and the momentum shifts, the odds adjust immediately.
In ODIs, partnerships influence live odds, while in Tests, pitch conditions and the light situation also play a role. Watching the match closely and having a good understanding of the format helps in live betting.
Live betting moves fast — decisions have to be made quickly. Set your stake amounts in advance and avoid betting beyond your limit on impulse. Reading the responsible gaming guidelines will give you more detail on this.
Useful Tips for Cricket Betting
Betting is entertainment, not a guaranteed way to make money. That said, keeping a few things in mind can make the experience more organised.
Bet according to the format
T20, ODI, and Test each have their own rules and rhythm. The markets for whichever format you watch most will be clearer to you.
Set your budget in advance
Decide how much you will bet before each session and stick to that limit. Betting is for entertainment — never bet more than you can afford to lose.
Start with one market
New bettors should focus on the match winner market first. Rather than trying to understand multiple markets at once, build a clear understanding of one before moving to another.
Stay careful with multi bets
Multi bets may show higher returns, but the risk is also higher. If even one selection is wrong, the entire bet is void. So keep your stake small on multi bets.
No rushing in live betting
Live odds change fast, so avoid placing large bets on impulse in pressured moments — make decisions with a clear head. Check the situation on the field, compare the odds, then bet.
Quick Reference
- T20 — fast results, suited for live betting
- ODI — balanced markets, total runs popular
- Test — draw is possible, account for three outcomes
- Multiply all odds in a multi bet
- Losing a bet is not a reason to place a bigger bet next time
- More variety in markets during BPL and IPL seasons
How to Start Betting at newcity
Open an account at newcity, deposit as little as ৳200, and you can start betting on cricket. Payments are straightforward via any mobile banking service — bKash, Nagad, Rocket, or Upay. A 100% bonus is available on your first deposit, up to ৳20,000. For example: deposit ৳1,000 and your account balance becomes ৳2,000, but you will need to wager ৳1,000 × 20 = ৳20,000 to use the bonus. Withdrawals are generally completed within 10–45 minutes and the minimum withdrawal amount is ৳1,000. Regular players in the VIP programme can also earn weekly cashback.
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