Cricbet99 Sports Betting and Exchange Markets

Cricbet99 gives Indian players access to both a traditional fixed-odds sportsbook and a peer-to-peer betting exchange. The platform focuses heavily on cricket, but covers football, kabaddi, tennis, and esports. You can bet before a match starts or place wagers while the action is live.

Sportsbook and Exchange Overview

The Cricbet99 platform splits its sports offering into two distinct sections.

The sportsbook works like a standard bookmaker. You bet against the house at fixed odds. If your prediction is right, the platform pays out.

The exchange lets you bet against other players. You can back an outcome (bet on it to happen) or lay an outcome (bet against it). The platform just takes a small commission on winning exchange bets.

Odds across the site are displayed in decimal format by default. You can switch to fractional in your account settings if you prefer. All stakes and returns are calculated in INR.

Sports Betting

Cricket Betting and the IPL

Cricket drives most of the betting volume on Cricbet99. The site covers every major format, from five-day Test matches to fast-paced T20 leagues.

Cricket Betting and the Online Exchange

Domestic and International Leagues

The Indian Premier League (IPL) gets the deepest coverage, with hundreds of markets available for every single match. Beyond the IPL, the sportsbook covers:

  • ICC Events: T20 World Cup, ODI World Cup, and Champions Trophy.
  • Bilateral Series: India vs Australia, England, Pakistan, and other touring nations.
  • Global T20 Leagues: Big Bash League (BBL), Caribbean Premier League (CPL), The Hundred, and SA20.
  • Domestic Tournaments: Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Vijay Hazare Trophy, and Ranji Trophy.

Cricket Betting Markets

You can bet on simple outcomes or dig into highly specific match events. The most popular markets include:

  • Match Winner: Pick the team that will win the game.
  • Top Batsman/Bowler: Bet on a specific player to score the most runs or take the most wickets.
  • Session Runs: Predict the total runs scored in a specific block of overs, like the first six overs of a T20 innings.
  • Toss Winner: Bet on which captain wins the coin flip.
  • Fancy Bets: Niche markets like total match sixes, method of the next dismissal, or whether a specific batter will hit a half-century.

Using the Cricket Exchange

The exchange is where experienced cricket bettors find the most value. Because you can lay bets, you can trade positions during a match.

For example, if you back India to win before the match, and they lose two early wickets, their odds to win will drift (increase). You can then lay India at those higher odds to lock in a guaranteed profit, regardless of who actually wins the game. This is called trading, and it is a major reason players choose the exchange over the traditional sportsbook.

Football Betting

Football is the second biggest sport on Cricbet99. The sportsbook covers top European leagues, international tournaments, and domestic Indian football.

The main competitions include:

  • English Premier League (EPL)
  • UEFA Champions League and Europa League
  • Indian Super League (ISL) and I-League
  • La Liga, Serie A, and Bundesliga

Football markets go well beyond picking the match winner. Common bet types include:

  • 1X2: Home win, draw, or away win.
  • Asian Handicap: One team is given a virtual goal advantage or disadvantage to level the playing field.
  • Both Teams to Score (BTTS): A simple yes or no bet on whether both sides will find the net.
  • Over/Under Goals: Bet on whether the total goals scored will be over or under a specific number, usually 2.5.
  • Correct Score: Predict the exact final scoreline.

Kabaddi and Other Indian Sports

Kabaddi has seen a massive surge in betting interest, driven by the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL). Matches are fast, physical, and high-scoring, making them ideal for live betting.

Markets for kabaddi usually focus on:

  • Match Winner: Pick the outright victor.
  • Total Points: Over/under on the combined score of both teams.
  • Total Raid Points: Bet on the points scored specifically through attacking raids.
  • Top Raider/Defender: Wager on the individual player who will score the most raid or tackle points.

Badminton also draws local interest, especially during the India Open and BWF World Tour events featuring Indian players. Markets here are straightforward, focusing on match winner, set betting, and total points.

Tennis, Basketball, and Esports

Cricbet99 rounds out its sportsbook with global sports and competitive gaming.

  • Tennis: All four Grand Slams (Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon, US Open) plus the ATP and WTA tours. Because tennis has no draws, match winner bets are straightforward. Set betting and total games are also popular.
  • Basketball: The NBA is the main draw, alongside the EuroLeague and FIBA World Cup. Bettors focus on point spreads, moneyline (match winner), and quarter-by-quarter totals.
  • Esports: Competitive gaming is a growing market. Cricbet99 covers CS2, Dota 2, League of Legends, Valorant, and BGMI. You can bet on match winners, map winners, and first blood. Odds in esports shift quickly around roster changes and game patches.

Live In-Play Betting

Live betting lets you place wagers after the match has started. Odds update in real time based on what is happening on the pitch or court.

If a star batsman gets out in cricket, the odds for their team to win will instantly lengthen. If a football team gets a red card, their chances of winning drop, and the odds reflect that immediately.

A few things to keep in mind with live betting:

  • The Delay: There is usually a 3 to 5-second delay between the live TV broadcast and the data feed on Cricbet99. This is standard across the industry to prevent courtsiding and ensure fair odds.
  • Cash Out: You can settle a bet early before the event finishes. If your team is winning but looking shaky, you can cash out to secure a smaller profit rather than risking a late equaliser.
  • Live Stats: The interface includes live scoreboards, possession stats, and attack momentum graphs to help you make decisions while the game is running.

How to Place a Bet on Cricbet99

Placing a bet takes less than a minute once your account is funded.

  1. Log In

    Open the Cricbet99 app or website and log in to your account.

  2. Pick a Sport

    Open the Sports or Exchange tab and select a sport such as cricket or football.

  3. Find the Event

    Choose the relevant league and then select the specific match you want to bet on.

  4. Select the Market

    Tap the odds for your chosen outcome. The selection will then appear in your bet slip.

  5. Enter Your Stake

    Type the amount of INR you want to risk into the stake field in your bet slip.

  6. Check the Returns

    Review the automatically calculated potential profit based on your selected odds and stake.

  7. Confirm the Bet

    Tap Place Bet to confirm. Once accepted, the bet is locked and cannot be changed.

Always review the event, odds, stake, and estimated returns carefully before confirming your bet.

Bet Types and Reading Odds

Understanding how to combine bets and read pricing is fundamental to sports betting.

Singles, Accumulators, and System Bets

  • Single: A bet on one outcome. If it wins, you get paid. If it loses, you lose your stake. This is the safest way to bet.
  • Accumulator (Parlay): Combines multiple selections into one bet. Every single selection must win for the bet to pay out. The odds multiply together, offering a much higher return, but one wrong pick ruins the entire ticket.
  • System Bet: A combination of multiple accumulators. For example, a ‘Trixie’ involves three selections and creates four separate bets (three doubles and one treble). If one selection loses, the remaining combinations can still generate a return. It costs more to place but offers a safety net compared to a standard accumulator.

Understanding Decimal Odds

Cricbet99 uses decimal odds by default. The number shown represents your total return for every ₹1 staked, including your original stake.

If you bet ₹500 on India to win at odds of 2.20:

  • Total return: ₹500 x 2.20 = ₹1,100.
  • Profit: ₹1,100 – ₹500 (original stake) = ₹600.

Lower odds (like 1.20) mean the bookmaker or exchange thinks the outcome is highly likely. Higher odds (like 5.50) mean the outcome is less likely, but the payout is much bigger if it hits.

In the sportsbook, the odds include a built-in profit margin for the house. On the exchange, the odds are set by other players, which often results in better prices, though you must pay a small commission on net winnings.

Sports Betting FAQ

Can I bet on the toss in cricket?

Yes. The toss winner market is available on almost all major cricket matches. It is a simple 50/50 bet on which captain will win the coin flip. Odds are usually around 1.90 to 1.95 for both sides.

If a match is abandoned or ends in a no-result due to weather, all standard bets on the match winner are voided. Your stake is refunded to your main account balance. Some specific markets, like ‘toss winner’ or ‘first innings score’, may still stand if that part of the game was completed.

Yes. While cricket has the highest liquidity on the exchange, Cricbet99 also offers exchange markets for major football leagues like the EPL and Champions League. You can back and lay teams just like you do in cricket.

No. Once you click ‘Place Bet’ and the wager is accepted, it is locked. You cannot change the stake or the selections. If you want out of the bet, you must use the Cash Out feature (if available) or lay off the bet on the exchange.