Why Cricket is the #1 Sport in Sri Lanka

888STARZ understands that in Sri Lanka, cricket is more than just a sport — it’s part of everyday life. From schoolyards to national stadiums, the passion peaks during ICC events like the Asia Cup, where the whole country unites behind the Lions.

With 888STARZ’s trusted online betting platform, you can back Sri Lanka, bet on IPL, ICC tournaments, and more — all with fast payouts, full mobile access, and trusted licenses (Curacao, Anjouan, Kahnawake). Local payment systems ensure smooth deposits and withdrawals — so you never miss a moment.

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Types of Cricket Bets on 888STARZ

Different cricket bet types have their own advantages and disadvantages. With 888STARZ, you can try out different betting types to find out what works best for you. You can also build a betting strategy that combines many bet types together to give you the highest 888STARZ cricket odds.

Result betting

it's the most popular cricket bet type, and also the most simple. You bet on who will win the match - of course you can also bet on a draw.

Toss betting

you bet on the coin toss that takes place before the match. This bet type is a fan favorite, because it lets you win even before the game starts.

Top player bet

betting on who scores the most runs or the most wickets has high odds, especially if you don't bet on the obvious pick. It's also a fun way to support your favorite player.

Man of the match

similar to top player bet, but you bet on who'll be named the best player of the match

Overs betting

also called an over/under bet, this cricket bet allows betting on a number of runs in the whole match, or during a set time.

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How Live Cricket Betting Works on 888STARZ

Live cricket betting is very different from the standard pre-match betting. Most importantly, it lets you bet on cricket as the match goes on. The odds change dynamically depending on what happens on the pitch, so betting in the right moment can give you much higher odds. Live cricket betting on 888STARZ has even more advantages:

Optimized technology

888STARZ is optimized with live betting in mind. The odds update very quickly, and placing a bet takes just a moment.

Mobile friendly

You can bet on live cricket using the 888STARZ mobile app. It lets you place bets anywhere and at any time, so that you never miss a great betting opportunity.

Focus on cricket

888STARZ live betting is focused on cricket. You can place hundreds of different live cricket bets in all popular cricket leagues and tournaments.

Popular Cricket Tournaments for Betting

With 888STARZ, you can bet on every major cricket tournament in the world. Sri Lanka fans can bet on Lanka Premier League or Sri Lanka Domestic, but you are not limited to SL Domestic cricket betting. You also get access to ODI cricket and IPL betting, and no matter which tournament you bet on, you can use all the advanced betting features of 888STARZ.

Competition	Recommended teams to look out for
Sri Lanka Domestic Cricket (SL Domestic)	Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC), Nondescripts Cricket Club (NCC), Colts Cricket Club
One Day Internationals (ODI)	Sri Lanka, India, Pakistan
Indian Premier League (IPL)	Mumbai Indians (MI), Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Cricket World Cup	Australia, England, India, New Zealand

Bet on Matches with Live Scores

The Matches section on the 888STARZ platform shows you all the cricket events that are happening right now, with results and data updating in real time. With 888STARZ, you always keep your finger on the pulse.

The Matches section displays all that you need to know about today’s cricket matches: live cricket score, constantly updated cricket betting odds, and other up-to-date information. You get access to a wide selection of events that you can conveniently filter by tournament or league. You can even watch live matches directly on the 888STARZ platform.

Bonus for Cricket

888STARZ lets you enjoy a large number of sports bonuses, including the 100% up to LKR 33000 welcome bonus. This can be used as a 888STARZ cricket bonus, or on any other sport. All betting bonuses on 888STARZ are universal, so you can mix your cricket bets with betting on other sports.

The most important cricket bonuses on 888STARZ are the Tuesday and Thursday bonuses. These can be used every week by everyone, not just new users. In other words, 888STARZ gives you two different cricket bonuses each week.

50% bonus on Tuesday

Every Tuesday, you get a 50% reward for your first deposit. You can use the bonus funds to bet on cricket or any other sport. The bonus must be used on bets with at least 3 events and minimum odds of 1.60. You have to use the bonus in 24 hours.

100% bonus on Thursday

Each Thursday, you'll receive a 100% bonus on your first deposit. The wagering requirements are similar to the Tuesday bonus, except the minimum odds are 1.40. The bonus must be used within 24 hours after receiving it.

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888STARZ Cricket FAQ

What is the minimum deposit on 888STARZ?

The minimum deposit on the 888STARZ betting platform is just 300 LKR, but it might be better to deposit a larger amount to fully benefit from the welcome bonus.

Can I use cryptocurrency for cricket betting?

Yes, you can use cryptocurrencies for cricket betting on 888STARZ. The platform supports 50+ cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Tether (USDT) and many more. However, please note that some bonuses might not be unavailable if you decide to use a cryptocurrency instead of LKR.

What bonuses are available specifically for IPL betting?

888STARZ bonuses don’t have to be used specifically on IPL betting, or any other specific tournament, league or sport. You can use 888STARZ sports bonuses, including the Welcome Bonus, the Tuesday Bonus and the Thursday Bonus on any sport that you like.