In cricket sports betting, the market “First Ball of the Match” refers to bets placed on the outcome of the very first delivery bowled in the match.
Common Betting Options for “First Ball of the Match”:
Here are the typical outcomes you can bet on:
| Option | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Dot Ball | No run is scored; batter doesn’t take a run or gets blocked |
| 1 Run | Batter scores a single run on the first ball |
| 2+ Runs | Batter scores two or more runs off the first ball |
| Four (4) | Batter hits a boundary (ball reaches the fence) on the first ball |
| Six (6) | Batter hits the ball over the boundary without touching the ground |
| Wicket | Batter is dismissed (bowled, caught, LBW, etc.) on the first ball |
| Wide | Umpire calls the ball wide (extra run + re-bowl) |
| No Ball | Illegal delivery (e.g., overstepping); extra run + free hit next ball |
Example:
You place a bet on “First Ball – Dot Ball”. If the first delivery results in no run and the batter remains not out, your bet wins.
Tips:
- Consider pitch and weather conditions.
- Opening bowlers (fast vs. spin) can influence outcomes.
- Batter aggression at the start of innings varies by format (e.g., T20 vs ODI vs Test).
Let me know if you want an explanation for a specific format like IPL or World Cup.
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