Online Bookmakers Ranking System

Editor and Columnist of Cricket Betting Guru.

Written by

Rishabh Sinha

Last updated

Every year new bookmakers, both local and international, enter the online betting market in India. When forming our recommendations on choosing a bookmaker for cricket betting, we rely on our own ranking system.

To advise bookmakers and generate an up-to-date ranking of sites and apps, we have developed our own ranking methodology. It consists of the most important criteria by which every bookmaker that operates in the sports betting market in India is evaluated.

Criteria List

Our ranking system consists of 9 main criteria that form the overall rating of a bookmaker. Each criterion includes a list of additional parameters, which corresponds or does not correspond to this or that bookmaker. The system is being improved and supplemented.

  • Safety and security;
  • Reputation and user feedback;
  • Accessibility to Indians;
  • Bonus program;
  • Sports betting options;
  • Official website;
  • Mobile app;
  • Payment systems and transactions;
  • Customer support service

Safety and security

The safety criterion contains the following important parameters:

  • Having a gambling license is a guarantee of safety;
  • Two-party authentication is used as additional protection;
  • Uses the latest SSL encryption technology;
  • Completing the verification process is available;
  • Strict adherence to privacy policies;
  • Full compliance with gambling license requirements;
  • Operates only in authorized countries;
  • Availability of several gambling licenses at once.

Reputation and user feedback

Here we evaluate the following points:

  • On the market of gambling entertainment for more than 10 years;
  • Exceptionally positive feedback from players;
  • Independent inspections have not revealed any violations;
  • Full compliance with high standards;
  • Quick elimination of any unforeseen failures;
  • Rare technical problems;
  • Participation and leadership in international iGaming awards.

Accessibility to Indians

Adaptation and accessibility of bookmakers for Indians is an important criterion. Here we evaluate the following points:

  • Full Hindi translation of the platform is available;
  • Communication with technical support is available in Hindi;
  • INR can be selected as the main currency;
  • Payment methods popular in India are available;
  • No bugs with user location detection.

Bonus program

The diverse bonus program and various options to encourage players are highly appreciated by the betting community and experts. The parameters here are as follows:

  • A welcome bonus is available after registration;
  • Reload bonus is available for the following deposits;
  • There’s a special bonus waiting for you on your birthday;
  • If you wish, you can participate in an affiliate program;
  • You can activate in several promotions at once for more benefits;
  • Separate section for bonus offers;
  • Distribution of bonuses depending on categories;
  • Simple conditions for bonus activation;
  • Minimum wagering requirements;
  • It is possible to receive push notifications about new bonus programs.

Sports betting options

Here we evaluate the following points:

  • Wide variety of markets and bet types;
  • High odds;
  • More than 1000 live broadcasts;
  • Live betting on any matches available for betting;
  • Free Bets are available;
  • Real-time tracking of betting statistics;
  • Instant betting;
  • Betting analytics in personal cabinet;
  • Wide selection of cricket betting events;
  • Separate news section on events from the world of sports.

Official website

Here we evaluate the following points:

  • Intuitive platform navigation;
  • Modern design and layout of the platform;
  • Wide choice of currencies for monetary transactions;
  • Variety of languages for full platform translation;
  • Convenient arrangement of sections;
  • Distribution by individual categories;
  • High-tech search engine;
  • Instant registration process;
  • Multiple registration forms.

Mobile app

Here we evaluate the following points:

  • Android app availability;
  • iOS app availability;
  • Small size of the app and/or installation file;
  • One-click download;
  • App auto-updates;
  • Unique features within the app;
  • Low system requirements;
  • Works well on older devices;
  • Adapts to device screen size;
  • Works great even with a weak internet connection;
  • You can get a bonus for installing the app.

Payment systems and transactions

Here we evaluate the following points:

  • Cryptocurrency methods available;
  • Instant transactions;
  • Wide variety of payment methods;
  • Instant withdrawal of won funds;
  • Minimum deposit from 50 INR;
  • Complete anonymity for money transfers.

Customer support service

Here we evaluate the following points:

  • One-click live chat access right in the lobby;
  • Separate section where FAQs and answers to them are collected;
  • Questions can be answered on the official social media channels;
  • A phone number is available for instant solutions;
  • Filling out the feedback form is available;
  • Round-the-clock ability to contact via e-mail address.

Final words

We have presented to you our system for evaluating bookmakers who offer online cricket betting for Indian users. As the betting market develops, so does our ranking system, which can be supplemented with new criteria and requirements for security or functionality. We hope you have understood why a bookmaker has a particular rating.