Cricket Betting at pbc — Bet on BPL, IPL and T20 World Cup
Bangladesh's most popular sport just got more interesting. In pbc's cricket betting section, place bets across various markets for T20, ODI and Test matches — from live in-play to pre-match odds before the game starts, all in one place.
Cricket Formats and Competitions
Cricket's three main formats — T20, ODI and Test — each have their own pace and character. T20 wraps up in a few hours with every ball eventful; ODI offers a rhythmic contest over fifty overs; Test cricket stretches over five days as a test of patience and strategy. Keeping the format in mind before making betting decisions makes it much easier to choose the right market.
On the competition side, BPL draws the most attention from Bangladeshi fans. Watching a floodlit night match in Dhaka takes on a new dimension with betting alongside it. Beyond that, pbc keeps markets active across IPL, T20 World Cup, ICC Champions Trophy and other international tournaments.
Football betting is also available at pbc alongside cricket. However, football does not have innings-based markets like cricket; markets such as goal scoreline, half-time result and corners are more common there. For those who enjoy computer-generated sports, the pbc Virtual Sports section is available separately — simulated cricket and football matches can be bet on around the clock.
Popular Betting Markets
Many types of markets are open for each match. Below is a simple explanation of seven markets that cricket fans use most.
Match Winner
Pick which of the two teams will win. Example: if Team A wins, you receive a payout at the set odds; if Team B wins, your bet loses.
SimpleToss Market
You can bet on the toss result before the match begins. The outcome depends solely on the toss — it has no connection to how the game is played.
Short-termTop Batsman
Which batter will score the most runs in the innings? Pick one from the team — if that batter scores the highest, your bet wins.
SpecialtyTotal Runs Over / Under
The platform sets a line, for example 160 runs. You bet on whether the total runs will go above or below that line. Over means more, Under means less.
Innings-basedTop Bowler
Who will take the most wickets in a specific innings? This market lets you pick one bowler from the team.
SpecialtyMulti Bet
Combine multiple selections together. If three selections have decimal odds of 1.60, 1.80 and 1.90, the combined odds are 1.60 × 1.80 × 1.90 = 5.47; on a ৳100 bet, winning all returns ৳547 — but losing even one loses the whole bet.
High RewardPowerplay Runs
A separate market covers how many runs will be scored in the first six overs. Fielding restrictions during the powerplay play a big role here — a fast start or a cautious one?
In-PlayHow to Read Odds
Odds are written in three formats — decimal, fractional and American. All three are simply different ways of expressing the same probability.
Example 1 — Team A could win:
Decimal 2.25 = Fractional 5/4 = American +125.
On a ৳1,000 bet, a win returns ৳2,250 (profit ৳1,250 + original stake ৳1,000); a loss means ৳1,000 is gone.
Example 2 — Team B is the favourite:
Decimal 1.80 = Fractional 4/5 = American -125.
American minus odds show how much you need to stake to win ৳100.
On a ৳1,000 bet, a win returns ৳1,800 (profit ৳800).
The decimal format is the simplest — a higher number means more risk and more potential profit. At pbc you can view odds in whichever format you prefer.
| Format | Team A (Underdog) | Team B (Favourite) |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.25 | 1.80 |
| Fractional | 5/4 | 4/5 |
| American | +125 | -125 |
| Return on ৳1,000 bet | ৳2,250 | ৳1,800 |
The figures above are examples only — live odds change according to match conditions.
Live In-Play Betting
In-play betting is the option to place bets while a match is in progress — and it is the fastest-changing experience of all. Odds shift with every wicket that falls; if 20 runs come off one over, the over/under line is recalculated.
Say Team A is at 60 runs for 3 wickets after 10 overs — will their odds of winning go up or down? The decision depends on pitch conditions, weather and the form of the remaining batters.
In-play markets require quick decisions — which is where pbc's mobile experience is particularly useful. Check the scorecard on screen before placing a bet, then choose your market.
Those who enjoy casino games alongside cricket will find live casino and slots available in the pbc Casino section.
A Few Helpful Tips for Betting
Betting is a form of entertainment. Keeping the following points in mind helps make the experience more organised.
Stick to a budget
Set aside a fixed amount for each match in advance and try not to go beyond it.
Start with one market
For beginners, choosing only the match winner market is the straightforward option. As you gain experience, move to other markets gradually.
Pitch and weather
Bowlers have an advantage on a wet pitch; batters benefit on a dry one. In Test cricket, the pitch on day three is entirely different — and that has an effect on the markets too.
Play responsibly
Betting is for enjoyment, not a way to recover losses. Be aware of your limits and, if needed, read the responsible gaming guidelines.
Be careful with multi bets
Multi bets offer higher potential returns, but if one selection is wrong the whole bet loses. Start with fewer selections.
Get started at pbc — bets from just ৳100
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