Cricket is more than a sport — it's a passion that unites fans from around the world, including Malaysia. At Sobat 500, you can bet on your favourite cricket matches with the best odds, the most comprehensive markets, and a thrilling live betting experience.
Live betting opens once the match is underway. Odds are updated every few seconds.
Odds are updated every few seconds. Log in to view all markets and place your bets.
Over 50 markets available for every major match – from straightforward outcomes to specialist bets that reward a deep understanding of the game.
The most popular and straightforward market — simply pick which team will win the match. Available across all formats: T20, ODI and Test. Odds are calculated based on team strength, recent form, and pitch conditions.
All FormatsBet on whether the total runs scored in a match will go over or under the line set by Sobat 500. A great fit for players who know how to read batting and bowling strengths on both sides.
T20 & ODIPredict who will be named Player of the Match. This market requires in-depth analysis of the key players on both sides as well as current pitch conditions. Odds are generally higher than standard markets.
High OddsBet on what will happen in the first 1–6 overs of the match — total runs, wickets to fall, or who will hit the first six. This market is popular among engaged cricket fans who are watching the match live.
Live BettingThe weaker team receives a head start in runs on the handicap market. This levels the playing field between strong and weaker sides, producing more attractive odds and more betting opportunities in every match.
HandicapPick the winner of the IPL, ICC T20 World Cup, or the Ashes before the tournament kicks off. Odds shift throughout the competition based on team form. Getting in early on an underdog can deliver returns many times over.
High ReturnsCricket may not be Malaysia's top spectator sport at the stadium, but it ranks among the most frequently bet-on sports among Sobat 500 users with an interest in international Sports Betting. This comes as no surprise — international cricket matches take place almost every day of the year, the variety of formats (T20, ODI, and Test) creates a wide range of betting opportunities, and the rise of marquee leagues like the IPL (Indian Premier League) has drawn millions of sports fans across Asia, including Malaysia.
At Sobat 500, we know that cricket fans in Malaysia are a knowledgeable bunch. They do not just know team names — they follow player statistics, understand which pitch conditions favour the bowlers or the batters, and know how weather can shape the course of a match. That is why we offer more than 50 betting markets per major match: because we believe that deep knowledge deserves to be rewarded with richer betting options and competitive odds.
The T20 format is the most popular for cricket betting on Sobat 500. With a short playing window — typically done within three hours — Malaysian cricket fans can catch a full match from start to finish after getting home from work in the evening. The IPL in particular becomes the main attraction from March through May each year, with hundreds of new bets placed every night as the season builds toward the highly anticipated semi-finals and final.
One of the most popular features in the cricket section at Sobat 500 is live betting (in-play betting). This means you do not have to commit all your bets before the match begins — you can wait, watch how the game develops, and then make your betting decisions based on what you are seeing in real time. If you notice one team's batting lineup is in strong form during the early overs, you can act on that observation quickly at odds that are still competitive, before the rest of the market catches on.
Full coverage across all formats and leading international cricket tournaments.
| Tournament | Format | Team | Status | Available Markets | Live Betting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🏆 IPL 2026 – Indian Premier League | T20 | 10 Teams | Live Now | 55+ | Yes |
| 🌍 ICC T20 World Cup 2026 | International T20 | 20 Nations | Live Now | 60+ | Yes |
| 🏴 The Ashes – England vs Australia | Test (5 Matches) | 2 Teams | Coming Up – July 2026 | 40+ | Yes |
| 🇮🇳 India vs Australia – T20 Series | International T20 | 2 Teams | Live Now | 50+ | Yes |
| 🏟️ PSL – Pakistan Super League | T20 | 6 Teams | Coming Up – Feb 2026 | 45+ | Yes |
| 🇱🇰 ICC Cricket World Cup (ODI) | International ODI | 14 Countries | Coming Soon – Oct 2026 | 65+ | Yes |
| 🇧🇩 BBL – Big Bash League | T20 | 8 Teams | Coming Up – Dec 2026 | 40+ | Yes |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan vs Sri Lanka – Test Series | International Test | 2 Teams | Live Now | 35+ | Yes |
The number of markets shown is an estimate and may vary depending on the tournament and stage of the match.
Updated every few seconds during live matches.
Cricket is a sport rich in data and statistics — which makes it ideally suited to analytical betting. Unlike football, where the entire game can swing in 90 minutes, cricket offers a wealth of data points throughout the match: every over, every wicket, every session of play provides information that can be used to make sharper betting decisions.
Active cricket bettors on Sobat 500 tend to take a more systematic approach than casual players. They study head-to-head records between teams, individual player statistics across specific formats and venues, weather conditions (which are especially critical in Test matches), and the strength of each unit — batting, bowling and fielding. Armed with this information, markets like "top match batter" or "wickets taken by a specific bowler" can become highly profitable when backed by solid analysis.
Sobat 500 provides live statistics during matches to help players make better-informed betting decisions. You can track the current run rate, compare it against venue records, and monitor real-time odds movements – all within a clean, mobile-friendly interface. Whether you are at home in Subang Jaya or waiting for the train at Pasar Seni, you can follow the match as it unfolds and react quickly when the momentum shifts.
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From the main menu, select "Sports" then "Cricket". You will see all live and upcoming matches listed by tournament, with the latest odds.
Click on a match to view all available markets. Select your market and stake, then enter the amount you wish to bet.
Confirm your bet and follow the match as it happens in real time. Winnings are automatically credited to your account as soon as the match concludes.
The T20 format is the easiest to follow, with matches wrapping up within 3 hours. Unlike Tests that can stretch over 5 days, T20 delivers faster results and more dynamic markets — making it the ideal starting point for newcomers to cricket betting on Sobat 500.
Waiting until the match has started before placing your bet can give you more valuable information — you can assess pitch conditions, see who wins the toss, and observe how the opening overs play out before making a more informed decision.
Head-to-head records between two teams in the same format and at the same venue can be a useful indicator. Some teams consistently dominate specific opponents across multiple series — a pattern that is often overlooked but can be a genuinely valuable analytical edge.
In cricket, winning the toss and choosing to bat or bowl first can have a significant impact, especially in day-night matches or at certain venues. This information can help you fine-tune your betting strategy once the toss result is known.
Set a limit for each match and stick to it. Cricket can be incredibly unpredictable — a team that looks outmatched can suddenly take control within just a few overs. Never chase losses by increasing your stakes without a plan.
If there is one cricket tournament that truly captures the attention of Malaysian fans, it is the Indian Premier League — the IPL. Running every year from March to May, the IPL is one of the most watched and most wagered-on sporting competitions across Asia, and Sobat 500 is very much part of that phenomenon. At the peak of the IPL season, the volume of cricket bets placed on our platform can surpass football betting on the same week.
What makes the IPL such a compelling competition to bet on? For starters, it brings together the best cricketers in the world from every nation under one league – you get to watch Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Ben Stokes, Pat Cummins and many more go head-to-head in daily matches across nearly two months. That means there is almost always a game to bet on every evening, and the quality stays consistently high because the world's elite players are involved.
Then there is the T20 format itself, which makes IPL matches unpredictable in the best way. A game that looks all but over can flip completely in the final few overs – which means live betting opportunities stay open right up to the last ball. A Sobat 500 player from the Klang Valley once shared how he placed a live bet on a team that was trailing by 40 runs with just 5 overs to go – and they pulled it off with a stunning batting session. That is the beauty of IPL and T20 cricket in general.
Sobat 500 also provides full coverage of the ICC T20 World Cup, held every two years. This tournament brings a different dimension to betting because it is all about national pride – the emotional stakes are higher than a club league, especially for fans who have followed their country for years. For Malaysian cricket fans who support India, Australia, or England, the ICC T20 World Cup is the most anticipated event on the calendar and consistently sees the highest betting activity of the cricket season.
For fans of Test cricket – the traditional format played over up to five days – Sobat 500 offers a comprehensive range of markets covering series winners, sessions, day results, and player statistics across the full match. While this format demands more time, it also opens up a wider variety of markets and gives knowledgeable players a real edge over the available odds.
Sobat 500 is committed to continuously improving the cricket betting experience for Malaysian players. This includes adding more specialist markets, improving odds update speeds during live play, and providing richer statistics and analytical data to help players make better-informed decisions. If you are a serious cricket fan looking for a platform that truly understands what you need, Sobat 500 is well worth considering.
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All IPL matches are available with full markets from the group stage through to the final.
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