Best Sportsbooks for Cricket Betting in India 2026
Top 3 Sportsbooks for Indian Cricket Bettors
1. Dafabet
Dafabet offers the widest IPL market coverage with Asian Handicap lines, Hindi language support, and UPI/Paytm/PhonePe deposits. Dafabet covers 30+ markets per IPL match including top batsman, session runs, method of dismissal, and live in-play betting with fast settlement.
Welcome bonus: Up to ₹16,000 with code BONUSTBSB
2. 1xBet
1xBet covers 40+ cricket markets per match including session betting, top batsman props, fall of wicket, and live in-play with ball-by-ball updates. Accepts INR deposits via UPI, Paytm, bank transfer, and crypto. 1xBet has the widest coverage of domestic cricket leagues (Ranji Trophy, TNPL, KPL).
Welcome bonus: Up to ₹10,000
3. SBOBET
SBOBET is known for competitive cricket odds with low margins (2.5-3%) and fast payouts. Less market depth than Dafabet/1xBet but consistently the sharpest match winner odds for IPL and international cricket. Accepts INR via bank transfer.
FAQ
Is online cricket betting legal in India?
India has no federal law specifically prohibiting online sports betting. The Public Gambling Act 1867 predates the internet and applies to physical gambling houses. Regulation varies by state — Sikkim and Meghalaya have legalized some forms. Most Indian bettors use international platforms like Dafabet and 1xBet which operate under offshore licenses.
What is the best cricket betting market?
Match winner is the most popular and has the tightest margins. For value, look at session runs and top batsman markets where bookmaker margins are thinner (5-8% vs 3-4% on match winner). Asian Handicap on runs scored is available on SBOBET and Dafabet for T20 matches.
Can I deposit in INR?
Yes. All three recommended sportsbooks accept Indian Rupees via UPI, Paytm, bank transfer, and cryptocurrency.
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