Why I Prefer 1xBet for Cricket Over Other Sites
I have accounts on four different betting platforms, and honestly, 1xBet has the deepest cricket markets by a mile. On a typical IPL match, you get 50+ betting markets — not just match winner and top batsman, but stuff like "runs in first over," "method of next dismissal," and "total sixes in powerplay." If you actually understand cricket, there is serious money to be made in these niche markets where the odds are less efficient.
The interface took me about a week to get comfortable with. It is not the simplest design — there is a lot going on — but once you learn where everything lives, it becomes second nature. The live betting section updates odds in near real-time, which matters a lot during T20 matches where momentum shifts every over.
IPL Betting Markets on 1xBet
IPL season is when I do 80% of my annual betting. 1xBet really goes all out during the tournament. Here are the markets I actually use:
Match Winner
The simplest betting world. Pick which team wins. Odds fluctuate based on toss result, pitch report, and team composition. I usually wait until after the toss to place this bet — the odds shift significantly depending on who bats first, especially on spin-friendly pitches like Chennai or Lucknow.
Top Batsman / Top Bowler
These are higher risk but better odds. During IPL 2024, I backed Jasprit Bumrah as top Mumbai Indians bowler at 3.50 odds in three matches — he delivered twice. The key is not just picking the best player but the one most likely to dominate in that specific match condition.
Over-by-Over Runs
This is where 1xBet really shines. You can bet on total runs in the next over — over/under 8.5, for example. I love this betting world during the death overs (16-20) because you can read the momentum. If a set batsman is on strike against a tired bowler, hammer the over. If a new batsman just walked in against Bumrah or Rashid, go under. It rewards game sense, not luck.
Player Performance (Fantasy Points Style)
1xBet offers a "player performance" bet that works like Dream11 scoring — runs, wickets, catches, and run-outs all add up. A player needs to hit a target score. I find this betting world softer than traditional bets because the oddsmakers seem to set lines based on raw averages rather than recent form.
How the Cash Out Feature Works on 1xBet
Cash out has saved my bankroll more times than I can count. Here is how it works: you place a bet, and as the match progresses, 1xBet offers you a partial payout to settle early. Let me give you a real example from last season.
I bet Rs 1,000 on Kolkata Knight Riders to beat Rajasthan Royals at 2.10 odds. Potential payout: Rs 2,100. KKR was cruising at 120/2 chasing 165. 1xBet offered me Rs 1,650 cash out. I took it. KKR then collapsed to 158/8 and lost by 6 runs. That cash out turned a losing bet into Rs 650 profit. No skill involved — just recognizing that a sure Rs 650 was better than gambling on KKR not choking.
The cash out amount depends on how likely your bet is to win at that moment. If your team is dominating, the offer will be close to your full payout. If it is a nail-biter, the offer drops fast. One tip: cash out offers refresh every 10-15 seconds in live mode, so do not accept the first number you see if the game is going your way.
Common Cricket Betting Mistakes I Made
- Betting on your favorite team — I am an RCB fan. I lost money for two straight seasons betting on them before I learned to separate my heart from my wallet. Now I bet based on value, not loyalty.
- Ignoring pitch reports — The pitch matters more than the teams sometimes. A turning track in Chennai makes spinners dominant and can flip the match winner odds completely.
- Chasing live odds without watching the match — If you are betting in-play, you need to actually watch the game. The 30-second stream delay can ruin you if you are reacting to score updates instead of watching.
- Over-betting on accumulators — Parlays are tempting because the payout looks huge, but stacking 5-6 cricket legs is a quick way to lose. I stick to 2-3 legs max now.
Best Time to Bet on Cricket
For IPL, the sweet spot is right after the toss and during the first strategic timeout (around over 6-7). The toss reshuffles all the odds, and the timeout lets you assess early momentum. For Test matches, pre-match odds on day one are usually the best value — by day three the betting world is too efficient.