Cricket betting at joya — bet across all formats in T20, ODI and Test
From BPL and IPL to the T20 World Cup and ICC tournaments — follow every moment of cricket at joya with more to look forward to. Match winner, toss, total runs — all markets on one platform.
The three cricket formats and major tournaments
Understanding the format is the most important part of cricket betting. T20, ODI and Test cricket each have a different pace, strategy and type of result, which is why the betting markets differ too.
T20: The fastest format. Each innings is 20 overs, so a match finishes in two to three hours. Franchise tournaments like BPL and IPL are played in this format. T20 is the most popular format among fans and bettors because the situation can change quickly with every over.
ODI: In a One Day International, each side has 50 overs. The ICC Cricket World Cup is played in this format. In ODI, the batting plan unfolds gradually through the innings, creating many opportunities for live betting.
Test: This format lasts up to five days and includes two innings per side. A draw is a possible result. Teams compete for points in the ICC World Test Championship. Test betting markets are more varied — pitch conditions, weather and how the match develops over five days make it the preferred format for experienced bettors.
BPL is Bangladesh's own T20 league and the most eagerly awaited time of the year for cricket fans in the country. You can also bet on IPL, the T20 World Cup and other ICC tournaments at joya.
How betting on football and other sports differs
Alongside cricket, you can bet on football and a few other sports at joya. However, the betting experience for cricket and football is quite different.
A football match lasts only 90 minutes, so there is less time to make decisions in live betting. Cricket offers far more markets — even a single T20 match generates dozens of specific markets. Football mainly has match winner (1X2), total goals (over/under) and handicap markets. Cricket offers a wider variety — wickets, runs, powerplay score, boundary count and more.
In football a draw is possible, so you are betting on three outcomes. In ODI and T20 cricket there are usually two outcomes (a tie is rare), which affects the odds. In Test cricket a draw is a normal result, so the odds structure is closer to football.
Before you start betting, it is worth reading the responsible gaming guidelines to keep your play in check at all times.
7 popular cricket betting markets
Before betting on any market, understand exactly what you are wagering on — this makes the experience more enjoyable.
Match Winner
The simplest market — bet on which team will win the match. If Team A wins, your bet succeeds; if Team B wins, you lose. In Test cricket, a draw may also be an option.
SimplestToss Winner
Bet on which team will win the toss before the match starts. The outcome is entirely separate from the match result. Popular as a quick-result market.
Quick ResultTop Batsman
Bet on which batsman will score the most runs. It can be within a single team or you can pick the highest run-scorer in the entire match. A performance-focused market in cricket.
Individual PerformanceTotal Runs (Over/Under)
Bet on whether the total runs in an innings or the whole match will be above or below a set number. Example: will there be more than 160 runs in 20 overs?
Over / UnderMulti Bet (Multiple Selections)
Combine bets on multiple matches into one multi bet at the same time. If all selections are correct, the reward is larger, but if even one is wrong you lose the entire stake. A high-risk market.
High RewardPowerplay Score
Bet on how many runs will be scored in the first six overs (the powerplay) — above or below a set number. This market depends on a fast start and is particularly popular with T20 fans.
T20 SpecialTop Wicket Taker
Bet on which bowler will take the most wickets. Like the top batsman market, you can pick within one team or choose the best bowler in the match. Pitch conditions and weather play a big role here.
Bowling-FocusedDecimal, fractional and American — odds displayed three ways
Odds on a betting platform may be shown in three formats. All three convey the same information — only the way they are written differs.
| Format | Team A wins (Example 1) | Explanation |
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| Decimal | 2.25 | Multiply your stake by this number to get the total return — a ৳1,000 stake returns ৳2,250 |
| Fractional | 5/4 | ৳5 profit for every ৳4 staked — a ৳1,000 stake returns ৳1,250 profit, total return ৳2,250 |
| American | +125 | A positive number shows the profit on a ৳100 stake. A ৳1,000 stake returns ৳1,250 profit |
Example 1 (all three formats): Odds for Team A to win — Decimal 2.25 = Fractional 5/4 = American +125. A ৳1,000 stake returns ৳2,250 on a win (৳1,250 profit + ৳1,000 original stake); if you lose, the ৳1,000 is gone.
For a favourite, American odds are negative. For example, odds of Decimal 1.50 for Team B to win means American -200.
Example 2 (favourite): Odds for Team B to win — Decimal 1.50 = Fractional 1/2 = American -200. Negative American odds show how much you need to stake to return ৳100 profit. A ৳1,000 stake returns ৳1,500 (৳500 profit).
Most users in Bangladesh find decimal format the easiest. At joya you can choose whichever format you prefer.
Quick comparison
Same match, same stake — in three formats
Total return on a ৳1,000 stake: ৳2,250 — the same calculation in all three formats.
In-play betting during the match — odds shift with every wicket
In-play or live betting is the most dynamic cricket experience. You can place bets after the match has started and odds keep changing with every ball.
Consider a few situations to understand how in-play betting works in cricket:
- Wicket change: When two wickets fall quickly, the odds for the chasing team rise sharply. Betting on the other side at that moment may get you odds at a lower price.
- Over change: If a lot of runs are scored in the powerplay, the batting team's odds shorten and the price on the total runs over market also moves. A new betting opportunity opens at the end of every over.
- Death overs (last five overs): In T20, the situation changes fast in the last five overs. Staying active in the in-play markets during this period brings many different betting opportunities.
- In ODI and Test: In longer formats, weather, pitch conditions and the period between two innings also affect the odds. There is more room for patient betting.
Live betting moves fast — decisions need to be made quickly. Set your betting limits in advance and follow your plan rather than getting carried away.
Three matches combined — how a multi bet works
In a multi bet, selections from multiple matches are combined into one bet. The odds of each selection are multiplied together to give the total odds, so even a small stake can return a large amount. However, if any single selection is wrong, the entire stake is lost.
Multi bet example (3 selections):
Selection 1: Team A to win — Decimal odds 1.50
Selection 2: Team C to win — Decimal odds 1.70
Selection 3: Team E to win — Decimal odds 1.80
Total odds: 1.50 × 1.70 × 1.80 = 4.59 (approx)
A ৳100 stake returns ৳459 — only if all three selections are correct. If even one is wrong, the full ৳100 is lost.
You can enjoy a multi bet for entertainment, but it is a high-risk market. Keeping your stake small is the sensible approach. joya VIP members receive special benefits, but the risk of a multi bet remains the same for everyone.
The key point about multi bets
- The total odds are calculated by multiplying each individual set of odds together
- You win only if all selections are correct
- One wrong selection and you lose the entire bet
- Fewer selections mean lower risk; more selections mean higher risk
- Betting is for entertainment — stick to your limits
Some tips for enjoying cricket betting responsibly
Betting is a form of entertainment — not a guaranteed way to make money. Keeping that in mind and following a few simple habits will make the experience better.
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Understand the format before you bet. The pace of T20 and Test cricket are completely different. Learn which markets work for which format first.
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Set a budget in advance. Decide how much you will bet each week or each match beforehand, and do not go beyond that limit.
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Start with one market. The match winner market is the simplest for new bettors. Get comfortable with one market before moving into multiple markets at once.
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Stay calm when betting in-play. Emotions run high during live betting. Play steadily without crossing your preset limits.
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Do not place big bets after a loss. Placing a large bet to recover losses is not a good idea. Take a break instead and prepare for the next match.
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Know the rules. Reading joya's terms and conditions before you start betting can save you a lot of confusion later.
Hi-Lo and Other Games
Alongside cricket, joya also has card-based games. The Hi-Lo card game is a quick and simple option — you just choose whether the next card will be higher or lower.
There is also the Phoenix Rises slot game, where you can enjoy casino-style entertainment. Full details of these games can be found on their respective pages.
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