Cricket Betting Rules: Rain, Cancelled Bets and Stake Limits Explained
*Last verified: October 2026*
The rules set out by the bookmaker determine how bets are settled in cases where rain causes a match to be shortened, the game is abandoned or a bet is placed by mistake. If you intend to place a bet in a market that you have not previously used, it is important that you read the rules section on 1xBet. This article outlines the situations which usually cause confusion, namely the weather and result rules, cancelled bets, stake limits and maximum payouts, and the procedure to follow if you disagree with the way a bet has been settled. Since the rules vary from market to market and are subject to change, consider this guide as a roadmap rather than as the official rulebook.
What Happens to Your Bet: Rain, DLS, Super Over, No Result
The table given here is in accordance with the practice of bookmakers, and the rules page on 1xBet serves as the ultimate authority regarding any bet.
| Match reduced by rain, result declared (DLS) | Usually stand and are settled on the official result, even if the target or the overs were adjusted | Often depend on the market: run-based markets may need a minimum number of overs, otherwise they may be voided |
|---|---|---|
| No result or abandoned match | Usually void, with the stake returned, unless the market rules say otherwise | Typically void if the required part of the match was not played; some markets may stand if the outcome was already decided |
| Tie decided by Super Over | Often settled on the Super Over winner in limited-overs matches, but some markets treat a tie separately | Run and over markets usually count only the regular innings, not the Super Over |
| Match postponed to another day | Typically stand if the match is played within the time the rules allow, and void if it is not | Usually follow the same rule as match bets |
| Player does not play | Not affected, since the match result does not depend on one player | Player bets are often void or have the stake returned if the player is not in the final line-up |
Check the Rules section on the 1xBet website and make sure that you read the rule which applies to the particular market that you are considering before placing your bet. The rule applicable to the match winner doesn't necessarily coincide with the rule for a player or the totals market, and a Test match, an ODI and a T20 can all be subject to different rules. If the wording is unclear, get in touch with customer support before you place the bet, not after the match has taken place.
When a Cricket Bet Can Be Cancelled
A bookmaker has the possibility of cancelling or voiding a bet in a number of situations which are listed in its rules. In all these cases, what is important to consider is what you will receive back.
- This is a straightforward pricing mistake; if a price is obviously incorrect, such as due to a typing error or a technical fault, the bet can be cancelled, and in most cases your stake will be returned.
- A bet can be voided if it is accepted after the event has started or after the outcome was known. In the case of a pre-match bet being accepted after the match has begun or when the result was already clear, the stake is normally refunded.
- The match was abandoned without a result; in such a case, match bets are generally cancelled and the stake is returned, according to the rules applicable to that market.
- There are suspected violations of the rules; for example, having several accounts may result in your bets being cancelled and the account being looked into. The amount you receive will depend on the rules and on the outcome of the review, so do not assume that your winnings will be paid.
Cancellation does not mean that you've lost: in most of the cases mentioned you will receive a refund and a cancelled bet should be listed in your bet history. If a bet is cancelled and you do not know why, you should contact support to find out which rule was applied.
Stake Limits and Maximum Payouts
The minimum and maximum stakes applicable to each bet at 1xBet vary depending on the match and the type of market; for example, a winner market in a major international game usually has a higher stake than a specialist market or a smaller domestic game, in which case the maximum is generally lower. The stakes that apply to your chosen bet are displayed in the bet slip, so you should check there before deciding on an amount.
The rules also specify a maximum amount that can be paid out on each bet or each accumulator; therefore, a winning bet will be paid up to that limit even if the amount obtained by multiplying the stake by the odds is higher. These limits may vary depending on the market and the kind of bet, and they can also change, so it is important to check them in the rules before laying a heavy stake or constructing a long accumulator.
In this instance, no figures are provided since the limits may vary from match to match and from market to market and will also change over time. For the current figures, see the slip and the rules.
How to Read Your Bet Status in Bet History
When a result seems to be incorrect, the first place to look should be at your bet history since it provides a list of each bet together with the market, the selection, the odds, the stake and a status. The way the text is phrased may differ from site to site and version to version, but the statuses generally belong to five categories.
- The bet has been made and the outcome is still not final.
- The result has been received and the payment has been credited, up to the maximum payable amount.
- We are lost; the selection hasn't arrived and the stake has not been returned.
- The bet is void, cancelled or returned; it doesn't count and the stake is usually returned.
- The accumulator has partly been voided; in this case the void leg is usually taken out and the odds recalculated on the other legs, but you should check the rules for your particular market.
After each match check the status, with particular attention being paid to cases following rain or when a match is abandoned, since a result that appears to be a loss might in fact be the result of a void bet with the stake being returned; make a note of the bet ID before you get in touch with support.
Disputing a Settlement: What to Do
If you believe that a bet has been settled unfairly, it is best to handle the situation calmly and in a well-documented manner by carrying out the following steps in order.
- In your bet history, open the bet and check the market, the selection, the odds, the stake and the settlement status so that you know precisely what was settled.
- Work out the rule that applies to that market and read it carefully since the outcome could be the result of a rule—for example, one relating to rain or a Super Over—rather than a mistake.
- Take screenshots and record the bet, making sure to include its ID and the time, as well as the official scorecard from the match organiser or some other reliable source.
- Get in touch with support using the bet ID and explain in a few clear sentences what you expected, what actually happened and which rule you think applies.
- Make a written record of the replies and save the messages together with the dates in case you need to follow up on them.
Keep polite and base your statement on the facts, and realize that the result will be upheld if the rule is in favour of the settlement.
Check Local Rules Before You Bet
The laws concerning gambling and online betting vary from country to country, for example between Pakistan and Sri Lanka, and these laws may change over time. The guide provided explains the rules relating to cricket betting on a particular website; it does not state what is permitted in the place where you live. It is up to you to verify which rules apply in your own country or area before you register or make a bet. You must also be of the legal age to place a bet, and this legal age can be different in different places. If you are in any doubt, consult the official sources of your local authorities and do not place any bets until you are certain.
Bet Responsibly
Betting is for adults of legal age only. Set a budget before the match starts, stick to it, and never chase losses with bigger stakes. Betting should never be a way to make money, so treat any stake as the price of entertainment. Take regular breaks during long live sessions. If betting stops being fun, stop, talk to someone you trust, and use the self-limit or self-exclusion tools in your account. For more guidance, see our responsible gambling page.
