If you are new to cricket markets, the numbers on screen can look confusing. The good news is that most platforms in India use decimal odds, which are the easiest format to understand.
What decimal odds mean
Decimal odds show the total amount returned for every ₹1 staked, including your stake. For example, odds of 2.50 on a ₹100 stake return ₹250 if the selection wins — ₹150 profit plus your ₹100 back.
Turning odds into probability
You can estimate how likely the market thinks an outcome is by dividing 1 by the odds:
- Odds 2.00 → 1 ÷ 2.00 = 50%
- Odds 1.50 → 1 ÷ 1.50 ≈ 67%
- Odds 4.00 → 1 ÷ 4.00 = 25%
Lower odds mean the outcome is considered more likely; higher odds mean less likely. Odds also move during a match as wickets fall and run rates change.
Common cricket markets
Match winner
The simplest market: which team will win the match.
Top batter / top bowler
Which player will score the most runs or take the most wickets for their team.
Session and over markets
Predictions on runs scored in a set number of overs. These move quickly and are best understood before you try them.
Key things to remember
- Odds reflect probability, not certainty — upsets happen often in cricket.
- Never stake more than you are comfortable losing.
- Avoid chasing losses after a bad result.
- Take breaks during long tournaments.
Understanding the numbers is only half of it — playing responsibly matters most. Read our Responsible Gaming page for practical tips.
