Live betting basics
Live (in-play) betting means placing bets while the match is running, with odds that move ball by ball. Back your read of the game as it unfolds: a set batsman, a tiring bowler, dew coming in.
Placing a live bet works exactly like pre-match — tap the odds, set your stake, confirm. The difference is speed: prices update constantly, and your slip will ask you to accept any change since you tapped.
Why did the market suspend?
You'll sometimes see markets locked with a ⏸ or 'suspended' label for a few seconds. This is normal. Markets suspend automatically when:
A wicket falls or goes to review.
A boundary, drop, or big appeal happens.
The odds source needs to recalculate after a significant ball.
There's a TV/data delay to protect the market from courtsiding.
Suspension protects both sides — it stops bets being placed at stale odds. The market reopens within seconds once the new price is set.
Tips for live betting
Expect odds acceptance prompts. During big moments prices move faster than fingers.
Watch the required run rate — it drives chase odds more than anything else.
Live betting is fast — keep your head. Decide your stake before the over starts, not during the appeal. Pre-set limits help; see the Responsible Gambling section.
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