Alright — let’s break down “More Fours” in cricket betting in a way that leaves no confusion, with clear examples and some smart betting tips.
1. What “More Fours” Means in Cricket Betting
In cricket, a four is scored when the ball hits the boundary after touching the ground at least once (as opposed to a six, which is hit over the boundary without bouncing).
“More Fours” is a head-to-head market where you bet on which team will hit more boundaries of 4 runs in a given match or innings.
- This can be offered for full matches, 1st innings only, specific overs, or even player head-to-heads.
2. Common Variations of the Market
- Team vs Team
Example: India – 1.80 | England – 2.00
→ You pick which team will hit more 4s in the match. - Player vs Player
Example: Rohit Sharma – 1.90 | David Warner – 1.90
→ You bet on which player will hit more 4s in their innings. - Over/Under Fours
Example: Over 29.5 Fours in the Match – 1.85
→ You bet whether the total number of 4s in the match will be more or less than a set line.
3. Concrete Examples
Let’s take a T20 match:
- India vs England
- India hits: 18 fours
- England hits: 14 fours
Market Result:
- Team vs Team: India wins the “More Fours” bet.
- Over/Under 29.5: Total = 18 + 14 = 32 fours → Over wins.
- Player vs Player:
- Rohit Sharma: 6 fours
- Jos Buttler: 4 fours
→ Rohit wins the head-to-head.
4. Key Factors to Consider Before Betting
A. Pitch Conditions
- Flat, batting-friendly pitch: Expect more fours (good for Over bets).
- Green pitch or slow turning track: Fewer fours (Under bets are safer).
B. Ground Size
- Smaller boundaries → more fours.
- Larger grounds → fewer fours, but possibly more singles/doubles.
C. Team Batting Style
- Teams with aggressive openers (e.g., England, India, West Indies) often dominate this market.
- Teams relying more on running between the wickets may score fewer 4s.
D. Bowling Attack
- Fast bowlers can leak more fours if the pitch has no movement.
- Quality spinners can limit boundary opportunities.
E. Match Format
- T20: High boundary count.
- ODI: Medium-high count.
- Test: Boundary count depends heavily on pitch and approach.
5. Betting Tips
- Research Team Tendencies – Some teams (like India in white-ball cricket) hit more 4s than 6s.
- Check Player Strike Rates – Players like Babar Azam or Virat Kohli score many 4s but not always many 6s.
- Weather Conditions – Damp outfields slow the ball, reducing 4s.
- Don’t Ignore Toss Impact – Chasing teams on dewy nights may hit more 4s due to easier batting conditions.
- Live Betting Advantage – If you see a pitch is playing faster than expected, you can grab “Over Fours” in-play before the odds adjust.
6. Quick Visual Summary
| Market Type | Example Odds | Result Example |
|---|---|---|
| Team vs Team | India 1.80 / Eng 2.00 | India hits 18 vs Eng 14 → India wins |
| Player vs Player | Rohit 1.90 / Warner 1.90 | Rohit 6 vs Warner 4 → Rohit wins |
| Over/Under Fours | O/U 29.5 at 1.85 | Total 32 → Over wins |
If you like, I can make you a chart showing scenarios where “More Fours” bets win or lose for each type (Team vs Team, Player vs Player, Over/Under).
That visual can make spotting betting opportunities much faster.