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Cricket is one of the most popular sports in the world - with millions of bettors following everything… from the Indian Premier League (IPL) and The Hundred to the ICC Cricket World Cup, Ashes, Big Bash League, international Test matches and more. Whether you're looking to put your money on the match winner, pick out the top batsman or put a live bet on as the action unfolds, choosing the right bookie can make all the difference.

The best cricket betting sites will have just the right mix of ingredients - competitive odds, lots of cricket betting markets, excellent in-play betting, generous (and fair) welcome offers and modern mobile apps. They should also offer superb coverage of both domestic and international competitions, as well as a variety of secure payment methods and quick, reliable withdrawals.

Our experts have compared the UK's top cricket betting sites… looking at their strengths and weaknesses to help you find the best bookmaker for you.

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talkSPORT BET logotalkSPORT BET
4.6
4 more promos live

Up to £30 in Free Bets

Code: NWC1

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▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
£10
At what minimum odds?
2.00A qualifying bet below this price won't count
What do you get?
£30 in free bets
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoTheir terms don't spell it out, but a free bet almost never returns the stake — you keep the winnings only
How long have you got?
7 days

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit/bet
£10
Min odds
1/1 (2.0)
Reward
£30 in free bets
Expires in
7 days

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18+ New Customers. Opt in, deposit & bet £10+ on any football market (odds 1/1+) within 7 days of sign up. Get your initial stake back (up to £30) credited in selected football markets. 30-day expiry. Click for T&Cs. GambleAware.org.

New Customers

Bet £10 Get £30

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▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
£10
At what minimum odds?
2.00A qualifying bet below this price won't count
What do you get?
£30 in free bets
All at once?
No — split into 3Each part is a separate bet to place
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoTheir terms don't spell it out, but a free bet almost never returns the stake — you keep the winnings only
How long have you got?
14 days

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit/bet
£10
Min odds
1/1 (2.0)
Reward
£30 in free bets
Expires in
14 days

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18+ New Customers. Opt in, deposit and bet £10+ on any football (odds 1/1+) within 3 days of sign up. Get 3x£10 Free Bets for set football markets. Bonuses expire in 14 days. Click for T&Cs. GambleAware.org

Betfred logoBetfred
4.7

Bet £10 Get £50

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▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
£10
At what minimum odds?
2.00A qualifying bet below this price won't count
What do you get?
£50 in free bets
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoTheir terms don't spell it out, but a free bet almost never returns the stake — you keep the winnings only
How long have you got?
7 days

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit/bet
£10
Min odds
1/1 (2.0)
Reward
£50 in free bets
Expires in
7 days

18+ · #ad · begambleaware.org

New customers only. Register, deposit with a Debit Card, and place a first bet of £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports, to be settled within 7 days, to get £30 in Sports Free Bets and £20 in Bet Builder Free Bets within 24 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. T&Cs Apply.

William Hill logoWilliam Hill
4.5
9 more promos live

Bet £10 Get £30

Key features (4)▾
Live streamingBet BuilderIn-play bettingCash Out

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▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
£10
At what minimum odds?
2.00A qualifying bet below this price won't count
What do you get?
£30 in free bets
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoTheir terms don't spell it out, but a free bet almost never returns the stake — you keep the winnings only
How long have you got?
30 days

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit/bet
£10
Min odds
1/1 (2.0)
Reward
£30 in free bets
Expires in
30 days

#ad

New customers only. Min deposit £10. Place qualifying bet of £10+ on Sports at min odds of EVS (2.0) within 7 days of registration. Receive £30 in Free Bets. Free Bets valid for 30 days. Stakes not returned. Payment method restrictions apply. T&Cs apply. 18+. BeGambleAware.org.

Betway logoBetway
4.5

Bet £10 Get £40

Key features (4)▾
Live streamingBet BuilderIn-play bettingCash Out

Not re-checked since . Confirm the offer on the bookmaker's site.

▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
£10
At what minimum odds?
2.00A qualifying bet below this price won't count
What do you get?
£40 in free bets
All at once?
No — split into 4Each part is a separate bet to place
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoTheir terms don't spell it out, but a free bet almost never returns the stake — you keep the winnings only
How long have you got?
7 days

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit/bet
£10
Min odds
1/1 (2.0)
Reward
£40 in free bets
Expires in
7 days

#ad

New customers only. Min deposit £10. Place a qualifying pre-event single bet of £10+ at min odds of EVS (2.0) within 7 days of registration. Receive 4x £10 Free Bet Tokens. Free Bet stakes not returned. Valid for 7 days. Payment method and country restrictions apply. T&Cs apply. 18+. BeGambleAware.org.

New Customers
BetVictor logoBetVictor
4.4
3 more promos live

Bet £10 Get £25 in Free Bets

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▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
£10
At what minimum odds?
2.00A qualifying bet below this price won't count
What do you get?
£25 in free bets
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoTheir terms don't spell it out, but a free bet almost never returns the stake — you keep the winnings only
How long have you got?
7 days

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit/bet
£10
Min odds
1/1 (2.0)
Reward
£25 in free bets
Expires in
7 days

#ad · begambleaware.org

18+ Opt in, deposit & bet £10 or more on any sports market at minimum odds of 1/1 within 7 days of registration. No cash out. Get £25 in Sports Free Bets. Bonuses expire in 7 days. Click for T&Cs. gambleaware.org

Fitzdares logoFitzdares
4.2
7 more promos live

Bet £50 Get £25

Key features (4)▾
Concierge serviceBest Odds GuaranteedRacing focusCash Out

Not re-checked since . Confirm the offer on the bookmaker's site.

▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
£50
At what minimum odds?
2.00A qualifying bet below this price won't count
What do you get?
£25 in free bets
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoTheir terms don't spell it out, but a free bet almost never returns the stake — you keep the winnings only
How long have you got?
7 days

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit/bet
£50
Min odds
1/1 (2.0)
Reward
£25 in free bets
Expires in
7 days

#ad

New customers only. Place qualifying bet of £50+ at min odds of Evens (2.0). Receive £25 in Free Bets. Free Bets valid for 7 days. Stakes not returned. T&Cs apply. 18+. BeGambleAware.org.

Bet £20 Get £20

Key features (4)▾
Copy bettingIn-play bettingLive streamingCash Out

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▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
£20
At what minimum odds?
1.90A qualifying bet below this price won't count
What do you get?
£20 in free bets
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoTheir terms don't spell it out, but a free bet almost never returns the stake — you keep the winnings only
How long have you got?
7 days

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit/bet
£20
Min odds
1.90
Reward
£20 in free bets
Expires in
7 days

#ad

New customers only. Min deposit £20 via banking app (Truelayer). Place qualifying Single or Acca bet of £20+ at odds of 1.9 or greater within 7 days of opt-in. Receive 1x £20 Free Bet. Max payout £500. Free Bet valid for 7 days. 18+. BeGambleAware.org.

WELCOME OFFER
Planet Sport Bet logoPlanet Sport Bet
4.1

Bet £10 Get £10

Code: ROCKET1010

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▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
£10
At what minimum odds?
2.00A qualifying bet below this price won't count
What do you get?
£10 in free bets
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoTheir terms don't spell it out, but a free bet almost never returns the stake — you keep the winnings only

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit/bet
£10
Min odds
1/1 (2.0)
Reward
£10 in free bets

18+ · #ad · begambleaware.org

UK only. First bet min. £10 cash at Evens+ (2.0) on accas (min. doubles). Get £10 free bet on accas (doubles – 12 folds). 7-day expiry. Full T&C's apply. New UK customers only. Minimum deposit £10. Free bet credited by midday following bet settlement. Free bet redeemable on accumulators only, min 2 selections, max 12 selections, non-withdrawable, 7-day expiry from issue.

Bet £10 Get £20 in Free Bets

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▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
£10
At what minimum odds?
2.00A qualifying bet below this price won't count
What do you get?
£5 in free bets
All at once?
No — split into 8Each part is a separate bet to place
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoTheir terms don't spell it out, but a free bet almost never returns the stake — you keep the winnings only
How long have you got?
7 days
Can the qualifying bet be in-play?
Yes

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit/bet
£10
Min odds
1/1 (2.0)
Reward
£5 in free bets
Expires in
7 days

18+ · #ad · begambleaware.org

New players only. Bet £10 min. odds 1/1 (2.00) to get 4 x £5 Free Bets: 1 x £5 Football Bet Builder, 1 x £5 Football Acca, 1x £5 Horse Racing Acca & 1 x £5 Tennis In-Play. Valid for 7 days. Exclusions and T&Cs apply.

NEW Customers
Parimatch logoParimatch
4.2
1 more promo live

Bet £10 Get £20

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▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
£10
At what minimum odds?
2.00A qualifying bet below this price won't count
What do you get?
£20 in free bets
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoTheir terms don't spell it out, but a free bet almost never returns the stake — you keep the winnings only
How long have you got?
7 days

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit/bet
£10
Min odds
1/1 (2.0)
Reward
£20 in free bets
Expires in
7 days

#ad · begambleaware.org

18+ Opt in, deposit & bet £10+ on any Sports market at odds of 2.00 or greater within 7 days of registration. No cash out. Get £20 in specified Sports Free Bets. Free bets are valid 7 days.

Bet £5 Get £20

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▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
£5
At what minimum odds?
2.00A qualifying bet below this price won't count
What do you get?
£20
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoTheir terms don't spell it out, but a free bet almost never returns the stake — you keep the winnings only

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit/bet
£5
Min odds
1/1 (2.0)
Reward
£20

#ad · begambleaware.org

New customers only. Sign up and place your first £5 min qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater across sports or racing (if EW then min £5 Win + £5 Place). Win or Lose, we’ll credit your account with £10 Tote Credit (Racing) and £10 in Sports Bets. Tote Credit is subject to a 7 day expiry from the date that it is credited to your Account. 18+. Full T's & C's apply

100% up to £50

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▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
Deposit £50 or more
What do you get?
100% of your deposit, up to £50 in bonus funds
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoTheir terms don't spell it out, but a free bet almost never returns the stake — you keep the winnings only
Do you have to wager it before withdrawing?
Yes — 10× firstThe most common reason a bonus is worth far less than it looks
How long have you got?
30 days

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit
£50
Match up to
£50 bonus
Expires in
30 days
Wagering
10x

#ad · begambleaware.org

Choose bonus at signup; Deposit and get 100% bonus up to £50; Wager bonus 10x; Withdrawals void bonus; Valid 30 days; Deposit used 1st; Odds, bet & payment limits & T&Cs apply; 18+

Bet £10 Get £10

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▸ The terms, in plain English
What do you have to bet?
£10
What do you get?
£10 in free bets
Does the free-bet stake come back?
NoYou keep the winnings, not the stake — so it's worth less than the headline
How long have you got?
7 days

A summary of the operator's terms, not a replacement — theirs are the ones that count and are shown in full below.

Min deposit/bet
£10
Reward
£10 in free bets
Expires in
7 days

18+ · #ad · begambleaware.org

New Players Only. Min £10 qualifying bets, stake not returned. Free bet - one-time stake of £10, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Max conversion: £200. Free bets and Bonuses are valid for 7 days. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits.

Best Cricket Betting Sites Compared

Bookmaker

Our Rating

Best For

Live Betting

Cash Out

Cricket Markets

Welcome Offer

Review

bet365

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Best Overall

✅

✅

Extensive

Bet £10 Get £30
New customers only. Min deposit £5. Bet Credits available for use upon settlement of qualifying bet to value…

Read Review

BetVictor

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Cricket Odds

✅

✅

Extensive

Bet £10 Get £25 in Free Bets
18+ Opt in, deposit & bet £10 or more on any sports market at minimum odds of 1/1 within 7 days of…

Read Review

Betway

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Live Betting

✅

✅

Extensive

Bet £10 Get £40
New customers only. Min deposit £10. Place a qualifying pre-event single bet of £10+ at min odds of EVS (2.0)…

Read Review

William Hill

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

International Cricket

✅

✅

Extensive

Bet £10 Get £30
New customers only. Min deposit £10. Place qualifying bet of £10+ on Sports at min odds of EVS (2.0) within 7…

Read Review

Betfred

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

Welcome Bonus and Ongoing Promotions

✅

✅

Strong

Bet £10 Get £50
New customers only. Register, deposit with a Debit Card, and place a first bet of £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on…

Read Review

Betano

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

Tournament Outrights

✅

✅

Strong

Bet £10 Get £30
18+ New Customers. Opt in, deposit and bet £10+ on any football (odds 1/1+) within 3 days of sign up. Get…

Read Review

Sky Bet

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

The Hundred

✅

✅

Strong

£30 in Free Bets
Odds 1/1 or greater. 3 x £10 bet tokens. Free Bet stakes not included in returns. Free Bets exclude virtuals…

Read Review

Paddy Power

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

Cricket Specials

✅

✅

Strong

Bet £5 Get £30
New Customer offer - Use promo code YSKAST. Place a min £5 bet on the sportsbook at odds of min EVS (2.0) and…

Read Review

10Bet

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

Value Betting

✅

✅

Good

100% up to £50
Choose bonus at signup; Deposit and get 100% bonus up to £50; Wager bonus 10x; Withdrawals void bonus; Valid…

Read Review

Planet Sport Bet

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

Best Odds Guaranteed

✅

✅

Good

Bet £10 Get £10
UK only. First bet min. £10 cash at Evens+ (2.0) on accas (min. doubles). Get £10 free bet on accas (doubles…

Read Review

Best Cricket Betting Sites by Category

Every bookmaker has its own strengths and weaknesses. Some are better for live cricket betting, while others are the ones to go to for outright markets, great cricket apps or online betting on domestic competitions. Here's where we believe each operator leads the way.

Category

Winner

Why We Selected It

Best Overall Cricket Betting Site

bet365

Excellent cricket coverage, superb live betting and one of the widest ranges of cricket betting markets.

Best Live Cricket Betting

Betway

First-class in-play betting, live streaming and excellent market depth during matches.

Best Cricket Betting App

bet365

Fast, reliable and easy-to-use app with easy navigation and live betting.

Best Test Match Betting

William Hill

Impressive coverage of international Test cricket and major series.

Best IPL Betting Site

bet365

A vast number of IPL markets, player betting and outright tournament odds.

Best The Hundred Betting

Sky Bet

Excellent for UK cricket betting and plenty of promotions.

Best Tournament Outrights

Betano

Competitive odds for outrights across ICC events and domestic leagues.

Best Welcome Offer

Betfred

One of the most generous welcome offers for new customers.

Best Odds Guaranteed

Planet Sport Bet

Offers Best Odds Guaranteed on selected cricket events.

Best Value Betting

10Bet

Plenty of competitive odds and a straightforward cricket betting experience.

Plenty of competitive odds and a straightforward cricket betting experience.

Cricket Betting Markets Explained

Most cricket betting sites offer a lot more than just betting on the match winner. Whether you're betting on an ICC Cricket World Cup fixture, the Indian Premier League (IPL) or The Hundred, the top sites offer a huge range of cricket betting markets - weeks before the first ball is bowled and all throughout the match.

Match Winner

This is the most straightforward cricket betting market - and one of the most popular. You just need to predict which team will win the match. You’ll find this available across the board - Test cricket, One Day Internationals, T20 internationals and every major domestic competition.

Toss Winner

The toss can make all the difference in cricket, particularly in shorter formats where the condition of the pitch - and dew can influence the result. Lots of top bookies will let you bet on which captain will win the toss before the action even begins.

Top Batsman

Another popular market - where you need to predict which player will score the most runs during the match. It’s available for most international fixtures and domestic competitions.

Top Bowler

With Top Bowler bets, you just need to back the bowler you think will take the most wickets. These markets are particularly popular during Test matches and major ICC tournaments.

Total Runs

Rather than putting your money on a team or a player, you're just trying to predict whether the total runs scored will be over or under the line set by the bookmaker.

Team Totals

You need to bet on how many runs you think a team will score during their innings. You’ll be able to bet on team total markets both before the match and often when the match is in play. 

Player Performance Markets

Many bookmakers also offer various markets covering outcomes like - player runs, wickets, sixes, fours and player milestones, giving cricket bettors all sorts of betting opportunities outside the standard market. These are generally favoured by serious cricket bettors.

Tournament Winner

Outright betting on the tournament winner lets you bet on which team you think will win a competition - such as the ICC Cricket World Cup, T20 World Cup, IPL or The Hundred, either before the tournament starts or as it progresses.

Innings and Session Betting

Innings and session betting is often available to serious cricket bettors and involves betting on the outcomes of a specific innings or session.

Live Betting

In-play betting is hugely popular in cricket betting. Odds are updated throughout every innings, so you can react to wickets, partnerships, changing run rates and the ever-shifting momentum of a match.

Major Cricket Competitions

The best cricket bookmakers will make sure there are plenty of markets to choose from throughout the year - international fixtures, franchise cricket and competitions all over the world.

Competition

Popular Betting Markets

ICC Cricket World Cup

Match Winner, Tournament Winner, Top Batter, Top Bowler

ICC T20 World Cup

Match Winner, Player Performance, Outrights

ICC Champions Trophy

Match Betting, Top Run Scorer, Tournament Winner

Indian Premier League (IPL)

Match Winner, Team Totals, Player Markets, Live Betting

The Hundred

Match Winner, Top Batter, Live Betting

Big Bash League

Match Winner, Player Performance, Tournament Winner

Pakistan Super League

Match Winner, Team Totals, Outrights

Caribbean Premier League

Match Winner, Top Batter, Live Betting

County Championship

Match Winner, Session Betting

The Ashes

Series Winner, Top Run Scorer, Top Wicket Taker

Best Cricket Betting Apps

The best cricket betting apps will make it easy for you to place your bets wherever you are, whether you're a fan of the IPL, watching England in a Test match or wanting to place that bet during a T20 run chase. We’ve assessed every app on various factors including speed, usability, live betting, market availability and their overall performance on both iOS and Android devices.

App

Best For

Live Betting

Cash Out

Rating

bet365

Overall

✅

✅

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Betway

Live Betting

✅

✅

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

BetVictor

Cricket Odds

✅

✅

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

William Hill

International Cricket

✅

✅

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

Sky Bet

Domestic Cricket

✅

✅

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

These are the strongest apps - providing fast odds updates, excellent live betting, features such as Bet Builder and Cash Out, accepting a host of secure payment methods like debit cards, Apple Pay and PayPal, while making it easy to sign up, manage your account, place your bets and, if you did have a successful bet, withdraw your winnings.

Cricket Betting Offers

Lots of bookmakers run cricket-specific promotions, especially during the biggest competitions… particularly the IPL, ICC Cricket World Cup, T20 World Cup, The Ashes and The Hundred. Alongside the big welcome offers, you’ll also find promos such as enhanced odds, price boosts and free bet promotions on specific matches.

Bookmaker

Welcome Offer

Cricket Feature

bet365

Bet £10 Get £30
New customers only. Min deposit £5. Bet Credits available for use upon settlement of qualifying bet to value…

Extensive live betting

BetVictor

Bet £10 Get £25 in Free Bets
18+ Opt in, deposit & bet £10 or more on any sports market at minimum odds of 1/1 within 7 days of…

Competitive cricket odds

Betway

Bet £10 Get £40
New customers only. Min deposit £10. Place a qualifying pre-event single bet of £10+ at min odds of EVS (2.0)…

Live streaming

Betfred

Bet £10 Get £50
New customers only. Register, deposit with a Debit Card, and place a first bet of £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on…

Excellent welcome offer

Betano

Bet £10 Get £30
18+ New Customers. Opt in, deposit and bet £10+ on any football (odds 1/1+) within 3 days of sign up. Get…

Odds boosts

Paddy Power

Bet £5 Get £30
New Customer offer - Use promo code YSKAST. Place a min £5 bet on the sportsbook at odds of min EVS (2.0) and…

Cricket specials

Before you claim any cricket betting bonuses, make sure you check terms such as the qualifying deposit, minimum odds, payment method restrictions, max free bet and how long are the sports free bets valid. Promotional terms can change, so it’s always best to read the full T&Cs before you place your first bet.

How We Rate Cricket Betting Sites

At MaxFreeBets, we assess every cricket betting site using the same review process, so our rankings are always fair, consistent, and genuinely useful.

But we look at a lot more than just welcome offers.

When comparing cricket bookmakers, the things we look at are:

  • Depth of cricket market: including match betting, player markets and outrights.

  • Betting odds: across Test matches, One Day Internationals, T20 cricket and domestic competitions.

  • Live betting: including updating odds and the variety of markets throughout the match.

  • Mobile app: speed, design and how easy it is to place live bets.

  • Offers: welcome bonuses, bonus bets, acca free bets, promo codes, free bet builders and overall value for money!

  • Other sports: does the bookie offer other sportsbook markets such as horse racing, football, tennis, virtual sports.

  • Payment methods: ideally bookmakers should accept debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal - the more, the better.

  • Security: Licensed by UKGC and offering a variety of responsible gambling tools to help you bet responsibly.

  • Customer satisfaction: Solid, helpful customer support and a decent overall experience.

By looking at all of these factors, we can recommend the operators we truly think provide the best overall experience for cricket fans.

Cricket Betting Tips

If you’re new to cricket betting or simply lack confidence, a few simple strategies can make a huge difference to your overall betting experience.

  • Compare the odds across different UK bookmakers before you submit your bet slip - after all, a difference of 6/4 and 13/8 can have quite the impact on long-term returns.

  • Check recent team form, which players are available and the condition of the pitch.

  • Look at the weather conditions, especially if you’re betting on a longer-format cricket match.

  • Look at historical head-to-head records before you simply back the favourite.

  • Make use of live betting so you can react to wickets, partnerships and the changing match situations.

  • Take advantage of promos like enhanced odds and price boosts - but only when they actually provide genuine value.

  • Set yourself a budget - and always gamble responsibly.

Are Online Cricket Betting Sites Safe?

Most definitely… as long as you choose a bookmaker licensed by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) - such as those we’ve recommended, as they have to comply with the strictest regulations to earn and keep that licence.

Before you open an account, you should:

  • Verify the bookmaker's licence for yourself on the UKGC website.

  • Only use a recommended bookmaker with secure payment options available.

  • Check what responsible gambling tools they have. They should offer:

    • Deposit limits to help manage how much you can wager.

    • Reality checks to remind punters of their betting activities.

    • Session time controls so you can set your maximum betting duration.

    • Self exclusion via Gamstop, which blocks access to all UKGC sites in the UK.

  • Read the promo terms carefully before you claim any welcome offer.

Hopefully, this should help you to enjoy a safe, secure and controlled cricket betting experience!

FAQs

What is the best cricket betting site?
While this is generally a matter of taste, bet365 is ranked #1 for cricket betting in the UK by us, because we felt it had the right mix of excellent odds, variety of cricket betting markets, impressive live betting and one of the best mobile apps out there. It covers everything from the IPL and The Hundred to Test cricket and major tournaments, so it’s great for practically every type of cricket bettor.
What cricket betting markets are available?
The best cricket betting sites offer all sorts of markets - Match Winner, Toss Winner, Top Batsman, Top Bowler, Total Runs, Team Totals, Player Props, Outrights and various live betting options.
Can I place live bets on cricket?
Yes. Practically all good cricket bookies offer live or in-play betting. Markets are updated throughout every innings, so you can bet on match winners, player performances, total runs and other markets as the game goes on. Live betting is particularly popular during T20 matches and franchise competitions.
Which cricket betting app is the best?
While there are some pretty great apps out there, we recommend the bet365 cricket betting app, because it impressed us with its fast live betting, intuitive navigation, responsive interface and excellent market coverage. We should also mention Betway, BetVictor and William Hill, who provide great cricket betting apps.
Which bookmakers offer IPL Betting?
Realistically, most decent bookmakers will provide comprehensive coverage of the IPL - including Match Winners, Top Batsman, Top Bowler, player performance markets and outright tournament winners. We found bet365, BetVictor, Betway and Betano consistently offered some of the best market coverage throughout the competition.
Can I bet on The Ashes and ICC tournaments?
Of course! Any cricket betting site worth its salt will provide plenty of markets for The Ashes - where England and Australia clash every two years, ICC Cricket World Cup, ICC T20 World Cup, Champions Trophy, The Hundred, Big Bash League and various other domestic and international competitions. Generally, outright markets often open weeks before a tournament begins.
Are cricket betting sites safe?
Yes - but only provided you use bookmakers that are licensed by the UKGC. A licensed operator has to use secure encryption to protect customer information, offer trusted payment methods and provide a reasonable selection of responsible gambling tools like deposit limits, reality checks and self-exclusion.
Do cricket bookmakers offer free bets?
Yes. Nearly all bookmakers offer promos you can use on cricket - welcome bonuses, free bets, Bet Credits or enhanced odds for both new and existing customers. However, before you claim any promotion, check the qualifying deposit, minimum odds, payment method restrictions and any expiry dates that apply to free bets so you avoid any unpleasant surprises.
What should I look for in a cricket betting site?
In our opinion, a good cricket betting site should perform well across the board - generous prices, plenty of cricket markets, solid live betting, fast withdrawals, a quality mobile app and a helpful (and easily contactable) customer support team. Ultimately, as yourself if they make cricket betting enjoyable and safe.
How do I choose the best cricket bookmaker?
The right bookmaker depends on what you’re after. If you want excellent market coverage and outstanding live betting, you can’t go wrong with bet365 in our opinion. If you want competitive odds, BetVictor is a solid choice and Betway’s one of our top picks for in-play options.

18+ — please gamble responsibly. Every operator we feature holds a UK Gambling Commission licence and offers deposit limits, time-outs and reality checks. GAMSTOP lets you self-exclude from all UK-licensed sites at once, and the National Gambling Helpline (0808 8020 133) is free and confidential, 24 hours a day.