Understanding Cricket Betting Odds - A Beginner's Guide

What Are Betting Odds?

Betting odds represent the probability of an event occurring and determine how much you can win. Understanding odds is essential for successful betting.

Types of Odds Formats

Decimal Odds

Most common in India. Your potential return = Stake x Odds. For example, ₹100 at 2.50 odds = ₹250 return.

Fractional Odds

Popular in UK. 5/2 means you win ₹5 for every ₹2 staked.

American Odds

Used in USA. Positive odds show profit on ₹100, negative show stake needed for ₹100 profit.

How to Calculate Implied Probability

For decimal odds: Probability = 1/Odds x 100

Example: 2.00 odds = 50% implied probability

Finding Value in Odds

Value betting means finding odds that underestimate the true probability. If you believe a team has 50% chance but odds suggest only 40%, that's value.

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