How to Read Real-Time Cricket Odds
By WinFair24 Editorial Team · October 08, 2026 · 5 min read
In Indian cricket betting terminology, odds are commonly referred to as the match bhav. Understanding how decimal odds convert into real winnings is the foundational skill for every punter on WinFair24.
Backing: Betting on an Outcome
When you back an event at 1.85 with a ₹1,000 stake, your total return if that outcome occurs is ₹1,850 (₹1,000 × 1.85). Your net profit is ₹850.
Laying: Acting as the Bookmaker
Laying means betting that something will NOT happen. If you lay a team at 2.10 for ₹1,000, you collect the backer's ₹1,000 stake if the team loses. If the team wins, your liability is ₹1,100 (₹1,000 × 1.10). Laying is the key mechanism used on WinFair24 to hedge books and protect profits.