Cricket offers a fascinating betting market called “Player Performance,” where you can bet on individual players' performances in a match. This type of bet is to wager on a player's performance, specifically using the over/under format.
You can read all about this bet type in our over/under betting guide.
In this section, we will explore the basics of betting on cricket player performance to help you understand the concept better.
Understanding Player Performance in Cricket
Player performance is based on a scoring system where players accumulate points for their on-field actions.
Let's consider an example scoring system from ParimatchΒ India:
- 1 point for each run scored
- 20 points for each wicket taken
- 10 points for each catch
- 25 points for each stumping completed by the wicketkeeper
Please note that each betting site will have its own point system, although it won't usually vary a lot. Please go through the points system before placing your bet on the betting sites.
Placing ‘Over' Bets on Player Performance
When placing an “over” bet, you predict that the player's performance will exceed a specific number of points set by the bookmaker.
Let's say there's an India vs. West Indies match, and the track is turning, favoring spin bowlers like Ravichandran Ashwin. The odds of Ashwin collecting more than 75 points are 2.75.
If you place an “over” bet on Ashwin and he scores more than 75 points, you win the bet.
Placing ‘Under' Bets
On the other hand, when placing an “under” bet, you predict that the player's performance will be below a certain number of points.
Using the same example, if you bet on Ashwin scoring under 75 points and he falls short of that mark, you win the bet.
Odds for Player Performance Bets
The odds represent the potential payout if your bet is successful.
Decimal odds are the most common notation of odds in India and are shown as a number with 2 decimal places, such as 1.75, 2.50, 3.00, etc.
You can calculate your potential returns by multiplying your stake with the decimal odds.
Let's consider an example using a real life situation:
Virat Kohli's player performance line is set at 65 points. If you place an “over” bet on Kohli and the odds are 1.80, it means that for every 100 rupees you bet, you can potentially win 180 rupees if Kohli scores more than 65 points.
Conversely, if you place an “under” bet on Kohli and the odds are 2.50, it means that for every 100 rupees you bet, you can potentially win 250 rupees if Kohli scores less than 65 points.
So based on the odds, if you bet 100 rupees and Kohli scores 77 runs in his first innings, you win the bet as the points scored here will be ( 77 runs = 77 points ) based on the scoring system we have considered in this article.
You will receive a payout of 180 rupees of which 100 is your initial stake. Your net winnings will be 80 rupees.
Strategies for Placing Player Performance Bets
Before placing any bets, gather information about the players, their recent form, pitch conditions, and head-to-head statistics. Analyze their past performances to make informed predictions.
- Analyze player statistics: Study the player's past performances, recent form, and record against the opposition. This analysis will help you gauge the player's ability to exceed or fall short of the set performance line.
- Consider playing conditions: Assess factors such as pitch conditions, weather, and the match format. For example, in a fast-paced T20 match, a batsman may have limited opportunities to accumulate points compared to a longer format like Test cricket.
- Evaluate player strengths and weaknesses: Consider a player's specific skills, such as a batsman's ability to score big runs or a bowler's knack for taking wickets. This understanding will assist you in predicting their performance.
- Analyze match context: Take into account the match situation, including the team's strategy, the target set, and the opposition's strengths and weaknesses. This analysis will give you insight into how the player is likely to perform.
