5555 bet Cricket Betting — bet on T20, ODI and Test matches
A wide range of markets on every BPL, IPL and international cricket match. From live in-play to the toss — all your betting in one place.
The three cricket formats and the major competitions
T20 Cricket
20 overs per side, fast results, and dramatic turns on every ball. T20 betting is most popular in leagues like BPL and IPL. Markets shift quickly with every wicket or big shot.
Fastest FormatODI Cricket
In a 50-over match, strategy changes frequently across both innings. Markets like top batsman, highest run scorer and powerplay betting are very popular. International ODI series and ICC events offer strong markets.
The Strategy FormatTest Cricket
A five-day match can end in a draw, giving three possible results — which makes the match winner market distinct. Each day's session, pitch conditions and weather directly affect the markets. This format appeals most to patient bettors.
Five-Day Contest
BPL, IPL and T20 World Cup
The BPL is Bangladesh's biggest domestic T20 league — fan excitement runs high in every match. India's IPL takes place every year in April–May, and the ICC T20 World Cup regularly delivers some of cricket's best moments. At 5555 bet, in addition to these three competitions, you can also bet on international series and bilateral Test series.
Before betting on Bangladesh Tigers matches, it helps to have a clear understanding of the format and available markets. Odds work slightly differently in each format — this is explained in detail below.
Football and other sports betting
Besides cricket, you can also bet on football at 5555 bet. Because a draw is a separate result in football, the markets work a little differently from cricket. For example, the football '1X2' market has three separate options — home win, draw or away win — whereas T20 or ODI cricket typically has just two results.
Test cricket also allows for a draw, giving it three possible results — just like football. This means match winner odds in Test cricket take on a slightly different shape.
Other sports may have fewer markets than cricket, but they are still useful for multi bets. You can mix cricket and football markets in a single multi bet, though if any one selection loses, the entire bet is lost.
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Popular cricket markets with simple examples
Every cricket match offers many different types of markets. Below are seven common markets, each with a straightforward example.
Match Winner
The simplest market — pick which team will win. Two options in T20 or ODI, three in Test (Team A, Team B, Draw). Example: if you back Team A, you get a return only if Team A wins.
Simplest OptionToss Winner
Bet on the outcome of the toss before the match starts. Usually two options — Team A or Team B — at roughly equal odds. The toss is unrelated to the match result, so treat it separately.
Pre-MatchTop Batsman
Pick which batter will score the most runs for their team. You choose from several players in the team's squad. Example: who will score the most runs among Team A's players?
Performance MarketTotal Runs Over/Under
Predict whether the total runs in the full match or a single innings will be above (over) or below (under) a set number. Pitch conditions and weather have a big influence on this market.
Totals MarketMulti Bet
Combine multiple selections into a single bet. You only get a return if all selections are correct — one wrong selection and the entire bet is lost. In a ৳100 multi bet across three matches, the odds are multiplied together.
Higher RewardFirst Wicket Partnership
Bet on whether the opening partnership will fall within a certain run range. The form of the team's top order matters most in this market.
Innings MarketHandicap Betting
A virtual run advantage or disadvantage is applied to a team to create the market. Handicap betting is useful in matches between two closely matched sides when you want more balanced odds. The result is settled based on the run difference; no separate stake or return calculation is provided here.
Balanced MarketHow to read decimal, fractional and American odds
Odds are written in three main formats — decimal, fractional and American. All three express the same thing; only the notation differs. 5555 bet generally uses decimal format, but knowing all three lets you read odds from any competition easily.
Example 1 — the same value shown in all three formats
| Format | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.50 | Total return including stake multiplied by 2.50 |
| Fractional | 3/2 | ৳3 profit for every ৳2 staked |
| American | +150 | ৳150 profit on a ৳100 stake |
A bet on Team A to win, stake ৳500: all three formats show the same value. If you win, you get back ৳1,250 (৳750 profit + ৳500 stake). If you lose, ৳500 is gone.
Example 2 — odds for the favourite
If Team B is ahead in the match, their odds shorten. The price for Team B to win in the same match:
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Decimal | 1.25 |
| Fractional | 1/4 |
| American | -400 |
A negative American odds figure means how much you must stake to win ৳100. Here, -400 means you stake ৳400 to make ৳100 profit. On a ৳500 stake, you get back ৳625 (৳125 profit).
A simple guide to reading odds
- Decimal odds are the easiest — stake multiplied by odds equals total return.
- Higher odds mean the outcome is considered less likely — but the return is also higher.
- Fractional odds show profit only; the stake is added on top separately.
- American plus (+) means underdog; minus (-) means favourite.
In-play betting — how odds change with wickets and overs
You can place bets even after the match has started — that is in-play or live betting. Markets update with every over, every wicket and every big shot. If a team loses wickets quickly in the powerplay, their match winner odds rise, which also means higher potential returns.
In T20, if a team is heading towards a big score after the 15th over, the odds in their favour shorten. Conversely, the opposition's odds lengthen. These shifts create opportunities to bet at better or worse moments depending on how well you are reading the match.
Odds in live betting change faster than pre-match, so you have less time to decide. Some markets, such as 'runs in the next over', are available only during live play.
To enjoy in-play betting you need a fast internet connection and a stable mobile or desktop browser. Live betting is easier on the 5555 App because notifications and updates arrive faster.
Practical advice for cricket betting
Betting is for entertainment — keep that in mind and the tips below will be useful.
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Set a budget
Decide in advance how much you will spend on betting each week. Do not go beyond your budget — trying to chase losses is risky. -
Read the market carefully
Whether it is match winner or toss, read the market terms before placing a bet. For handicap or over/under markets, make sure you understand the run line before you bet. -
Start with one market
For new bettors, the match winner market is the simplest place to start. Once you have some experience, move on to top batsman or over/under markets.
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Do not rush in live betting
Odds change fast in in-play betting. It is best to avoid placing bets in a hurry without understanding the match situation. -
Keep selections low in a multi bet
The more selections you add to a multi bet, the less likely they all are to be correct at once. Start with 2–3 selections. -
Follow responsible betting practices
Betting is for fun — if it starts to feel like a problem, read the responsible gaming guidelines and set your limits.
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