Toss betting is a cricket market where you bet on which captain will win the coin toss before a match starts. It is the closest thing to a 50/50 bet in cricket: each team usually has an equal chance, odds are a little under 2.00 on both sides, and the bet is settled minutes before the first ball. Nobody can predict a fair coin toss, so treat it as entertainment, not as a way to make money.
For adults 18+ only. A toss bet can lose like any other bet, and no "toss prediction" changes the odds. Only stake money you can afford to lose.
The toss market is popular in India because it is quick and easy to understand. Below, each common question gets a short, plain answer. If you are new to betting on cricket as a whole, our cricket betting in India page covers every main market first.
What is toss betting in cricket?
Before every match, the two captains toss a coin. The captain who wins the call chooses whether his team bats or bowls first. A toss winner bet is simply a bet on which team wins that coin toss.
- You pick Team A or Team B.
- If your team wins the toss, you are paid at the odds you took.
- If the other team wins it, you lose your stake.
There is no draw and no skill involved. Form, players, pitch and weather make no difference, which sets the toss apart from every other cricket market.
How do toss betting odds work?
With a fair coin, each team has a 50% chance, so the fair decimal odds would be 2.00 on both sides. Bookmakers price a margin into the market, so you will usually see something just below 2.00, such as 1.90 or 1.95 on each team.
| Odds on each team | Return on ₹1,000 if you win | Implied chance per side | Total of both sides (margin) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 (fair, no margin) | ₹2,000 | 50.0% | 100.0% (0%) |
| 1.95 | ₹1,950 | 51.3% | 102.6% (2.6%) |
| 1.90 | ₹1,900 | 52.6% | 105.3% (5.3%) |
Illustrative prices only. To get the implied chance, divide 1 by the odds.
So if you put ₹1,000 on Team A at 1.90 and Team A wins the toss, you get ₹1,900 back: your ₹1,000 stake plus ₹900 profit. If Team B wins the toss, you lose ₹1,000. On a pure 50/50, the margin is the only thing that changes your long-run result. For decimal odds on other match markets, see how cricket betting markets and odds work.
When does the toss happen, and when do toss markets close?
Under the Laws of Cricket (Law 13.4), the captains toss on the field of play, with an umpire present, not earlier than 30 minutes and not later than 15 minutes before the scheduled start. ICC playing conditions for international matches use the same window, with the match referee supervising. As soon as the toss is completed, the winning captain tells the opposing captain and the umpires whether his side will bat or field, and that decision cannot be changed.
In practice, toss markets close just before the toss and settle well before the first ball. If rain delays the start, the toss moves with the rescheduled start time.
What other toss markets can you bet on?
Toss winner is the basic market, but some sportsbooks also offer combined or related markets on bigger matches:
- Toss and match double: you pick one team to win both the toss and the match. Both must happen, so the odds are much bigger. For example, ₹200 at 3.50 returns ₹700 (₹500 profit) only if your team wins the toss and the match.
- Toss decision: whether the toss winner will choose to bat or bowl first. Captains often follow conditions, such as expected dew in evening games, but they can still surprise you.
Market names and availability vary, so read the market description before you confirm.
How are toss bets settled if rain stops the match?
Settlement follows the bookmaker's written rules. A common approach is:
- No toss takes place (for example, the match is washed out before the captains walk out): toss bets are void and stakes are returned.
- The toss takes place, then the match is abandoned: toss bets usually stand, because the toss result is already known.
- Toss and match doubles also depend on the match result, so if the match has no official result, that part of the bet is usually void or settled by the match rules.
Check the sportsbook's cricket rules before you bet on a rain-threatened day.
Can anyone predict the cricket toss?
No. A fair coin toss has no pattern. A captain who has won five tosses in a row still has a 50% chance on the next one, whatever the venue or his "luck".
Be careful with WhatsApp and Telegram channels selling "toss prediction 100% sure" or "fixed toss" tips. They make money from fees, paid "VIP" groups or by sending you to unlicensed betting IDs. Treat any guaranteed toss tip as a scam.
Does winning the toss help a team win the match?
Sometimes it helps, but less than many fans think. The toss lets a captain choose conditions, such as bowling first when dew is expected in an evening T20. It guarantees nothing about the result.
The IPL has also reduced the toss effect. Since the 2023 season, captains take two team sheets to the toss and name their playing XI and substitutes after it, so each side can pick the best team for batting or bowling first and plan its Impact Player. ESPNcricinfo reported that this idea was tried in South Africa's SA20 first, where toss winners won 15 and lost 16 of 33 matches in the first season, with two no results.
For betting, wait for the toss and the confirmed XIs before you bet on match or player markets. Our cricket betting strategy guide and the IPL betting page explain how the toss and team news change pre-match prices.
Is toss betting a good bet?
It is the simplest cricket bet, not a profitable one. On a fair coin with odds of 1.90 on both sides, you get back ₹95 for every ₹100 staked on average, so you lose about ₹5 per ₹100 in the long run. No system can change that, because there is nothing to analyse.
If you enjoy toss betting, keep stakes small and fixed, never double up after a loss and don't treat a winning streak as skill.
If you prefer markets where knowledge can matter, our explainers on cricket betting rates and in-play cricket betting are a better place to start.
How do you place a toss bet on Betroxy?
Interactive Digits Ltd operates Betroxy under an Anjouan licence. Toss winner is one of the cricket markets listed on many matches, when offered.
- Create your account and complete verification.
- Add funds from ₹500 using UPI, IMPS or crypto, with no deposit fees. Our UPI deposit guide shows each screen.
- If you are a new player, a 100% welcome bonus up to ₹1,000 is available. Wagering applies; the bonus rules explain the conditions.
- Find the match on the Betroxy sportsbook, look for the toss market and confirm only after checking your stake and potential return.
- Cash out winnings from ₹300, again with no fees. The withdrawal guide has the steps.
FAQ
How does a toss bet work?
It is a bet on which team's captain wins the coin toss before the match. If your team wins the toss, you are paid at your odds; if not, you lose your stake.
What are normal odds for a toss bet?
Fair odds would be 2.00 on each team. Most bookmakers offer a little less, such as 1.90 or 1.95, because they include a margin.
Is there any toss prediction trick?
No. A fair coin toss cannot be predicted, and past results do not affect the next one. Anyone selling a "sure" toss tip is running a scam.
What happens to my toss bet if the match is washed out?
Under common rules, toss bets are void if no toss takes place but usually stand if the match is abandoned after the toss.
When should I place a toss bet?
Before the market closes, just before the toss, which is 15 to 30 minutes before the scheduled start. For other markets, wait for the toss and team news.
A toss bet takes seconds, so it is easy to place too many. Decide your limit for the day, stop when you reach it and never chase a loss. If betting no longer feels like fun, our responsible gambling page can help, or you can use self-exclusion. 18+ only.