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What is Fantasy Cricket?

Fantasy cricket is a skill and strategy based online game that allows users to construct their own virtual team of real cricket players keeping in mind their previous form and performance. These teams are created before they are all set to compete in real matches all over the world. You score points on the basis of the performance of these players in the actual match. Your objective is to select the best possible 11 players from the two teams playing and score higher than your opponents. Howzat is one of the leading fantasy cricket websites for Indian sports fans.

Although some luck might increase your chances of winning, fantasy cricket is predominantly a game of skill that requires a good knowledge of the game and excellent analytical abilities. A good research about players and teams will help you select the best team for a match and win contests.

Play Fantasy Cricket on Howzat & Win Real Cash!

Online fantasy cricket has seen unbelievable growth in the last few years in India. But what makes playing fantasy cricket on Howzat, the biggest fantasy cricket app in India so exciting? On Howzat, you can become a team selector and not just watch the live cricket match. Select the 11 best players who you think will score the maximum fantasy points, and win real cash.

Be part of the T20 World Cup leaderboard and stand a chance to win from the BIGGEST PRIZE POOL of ₹1 Crore on the HOWZAT Fantasy App. Just download the Howzat fantasy app, and take your love for the sport to a whole new level.

How To Download Fantasy App?

You can download the Howzat fantasy cricket app on both kinds of devices - either Android or iOS. Follow the below easy steps to install and run the app on your mobile phone.

1) Download Howzat Cash Game From Google Play Store

Step 1:- Go to Google Play Store

Step 2:- Type Howzat Cricket App in Play Store search bar

Step 3:- Click on the Install button to install the app on your phone

Step 4:- Once installed, click on "Play" & start winning exciting prizes daily

2) For Android Users

Step 1:- Go to Howzat Official Website

Step 2:- Click on “Download Android App” button

Step 3:- Next, you will get a pop-up that reads, "This type of file can harm your device. Do you want to install howzat.apk anyway?" Select OK. Howzat is 100% safe to install and from a trusted source!

Step 4:- Once installed, “Sign Up” on the app and start playing

3) For iOS Users

Step 1:- Go to the iOS App Store and search for “Howzat.”

Step 2:- Click on “Download” button/logo

Step 3:- After downloading the app, click on the “Open” button

Step 4:- Register to start playing on Howzat!

What is the Fantasy Cricket Format on Howzat?

Fantasy cricket works in a similar way to that of a game of cricket on the ground. The basic difference is that whenever a player scores runs or takes a wicket, you gain the equivalent amount of fantasy points. You win when your selected team scores the points required to be in the winning zone.

The complete fantasy points system is already pre-defined on the basis of the various ways a player can contribute during the match. For example, scoring runs, hitting a six, taking a wicket, successful stumping and many more. Check out the fantasy points system section for the detailed version.

Why Play Fantasy Cricket on Howzat?

Howzat, one of the leading fantasy cricket websites, has specifically designed one of the most innovative & exciting fantasy cricket games for every Indian sports fan. Play all the regular formats of cricket (T20, ODI & Tests) and various domestic leagues like Indian T20 League, and international tournaments and matches like T20 World Cup alongside 20 Million+ users on the app.

Fantasy Points System on Howzat App

The Fantasy cricket points scoring system is slightly different from one format to another (Test/ODI/T20/T10). For example, if a bowler bowls a maiden over in T20I, twelve points are added. However, there are no points awarded for a maiden bowled in a Test match.

In a similar way, if a batter is scoring at a low strike rate in a T20I/ODI match - points are deducted. However, if the same happens in a Test match, no points are deducted. Check out the detailed fantasy cricket points system used during the Howzat fantasy cricket matches.

How To Create a Fantasy Cricket Team?

To create a fantasy cricket team on Howzat, you need to follow the below steps:

1. Every fantasy team you make on Howzat must have 11 players

2. A maximum of 7 players can be selected from one team

3. Your Howzat fantasy team need to be within 100 credits

4. Follow the below player category selection criteria for your fantasy cricket team:

Player Type	Minimum Player	Maximum Players
Wicket Keeper (WK)	1	4
Batter (BAT)	1	6
All Rounder (AR)	1	4
Bowler (BOWL)	1	6

5. Choose a captain and vice-captain for your team. The captain score 2x points and the vice-captain score 1.5x points.

Read more about Tips and Tricks in Fantasy Cricket to create a winning fantasy team.

How to Play Fantasy Cricket on Howzat?

Getting started with fantasy cricket on Howzat is super easy. Follow these easy steps to get started:

1

Login

Sign up or log in to your account

4

Choose your captain and vice-captain

Choose your captain (2x points) and vice-captain (1.5x points) to earn extra points

2

Select a Match

Choose a match you would like to play

5

Choose a Contest

Choose from a wide variety of contests available

3

Create a Team

Create your team from the two teams within 100 credit points.

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Track Your Score and Winnings

Follow your team rank on the live leaderboard. Once the match completes check your WINNINGS!

Fantasy Cricket Tips

Fantasy cricket tests your knowledge of the sport, decision-making ability, and analytical skills. Knowing a few simple tricks can be the key to winning fantasy cricket games. Take a look at our exclusive fantasy cricket tips and tricks below to ace fantasy games.

• Do not play every match available on the fantasy app. Play only those matches that you have a fair amount of knowledge about
• Look out for the toss. Select only those players who are in the playing 11 from the two teams
• Check the pitch report, weather report, ground's average score, players' past performances (overall and against the opposing team), etc.
• Detailed player statistics are available on the Howzat app. It will help you with choosing the best possible players for the match
• Maintain a perfect balance between form and potential while selecting a good fantasy team. Do not make the mistake of picking players only on the basis of previous match performance
• Prioritize selecting openers and middle-order batters, especially in T10/T20 because they have the probability of scoring the most runs and fantasy points.
• Joining multiple contests and creating multiple teams is a great trick to win online fantasy cricket games
• Apart from skill, analysis and knowledge of the game, trust your instincts or guts while selecting players in your fantasy team
• Keep an eye out for lesser-known players. They are available for a lower price, are not picked by many and can be your fantasy team's game changer.
• Match predictions made by experts can give you a good insight into upcoming fantasy cricket matches. Read the Cricket match prediction blogs while selecting your team

Remember the more you play, the better you get. Keep playing, and you will understand more of how fantasy cricket works. If you want more detailed fantasy tips and tricks, check the Howzat fantasy cricket tips section.

Types of Contests in Fantasy Cricket

There are mainly four types of contests in fantasy cricket on Howzat:

• Mega Leagues: Mega leagues have the biggest prize pool among all the contests for the match. These are guaranteed contests that will happen even if slots are not filled up 100%. Generally, there is only one mega league contest per match.
• Legends Contests: Play with Indian cricket legends like Yuvraj Singh, Sanju Samson, Shardul Thakur and Harbhajan Singh in these public contests and win exciting cash prizes.
• Multiplier Contests: Small contests which give the 3x, 4x, 5x and 10x times prize money of your entry fees. Generally, the seats are very limited in these multiplier contests.
• Practice Contests: Popularly known as free contests, these are for beginners who are new to fantasy cricket and want to get a better understanding of how fantasy cricket works. The winning participants are not eligible for any prize money, only practice coins.

Winning Money Playing Fantasy Cricket

Fantasy cricket is not just about picking random 11 or star players to score big points for you. In order to score more points than your opponents, your analytical skills and research will come into play. Look at past statistics of the players, pitch and weather reports to give you an edge.

After that, the important part is to choose the correct captain and vice-captain because they give you 2x and 1.5x points respectively. Also, look at how various bonus points are given out for certain actions in a match. For example: a direct hit run-out or 3 catches taken by a player.

Once the match is over, the results will be declared. If you are in the winning position on the contest leaderboard, you will win cash prizes. After that, withdraw your winnings with minimum ease.

How Much Can You Win in Fantasy Cricket?

Play fantasy cricket matches daily on Howzat and win big and exciting cash prizes. Hear from the previous winners, who have won ranging from thousands to lakhs on the Howzat fantasy app with their choice of team in the winning zone.

The first prize of mega leagues usually ranges between Rs. 1 lakh to Rs. 15 lakhs, depending on the type and popularity of the match. Usually, Team India matches have a bigger prize pool and first prize amount.

Fantasy Cricket News and Upcoming Tournaments

Play exciting fantasy cricket matches in upcoming tournaments like the India - Australia Test and ODI series, Women T20 League 2023, Indian T20 League 2023, Bangladesh - England ODI and T20 series, Pakistan Super League 2023 and others. Apart from these, there are other tournaments and leagues where you can create your fantasy team and take part.

Tips/Do's and Don'ts While Playing Fantasy Cricket

Playing fantasy cricket is pretty simple but a game of skill as well. You need to have a fair amount of knowledge about the sport and have strong analytical skills to win cash contests. Let's look at the key do's and don'ts of playing fantasy cricket.

Play Popular Fantasy Cricket Leagues on Howzat

You can create fantasy teams in various T20 fantasy leagues around the world. Here are some of the popular fantasy cricket leagues to make your fantasy cricket team on Howzat.

Indian T20 League

■ Started in 2008, Indian T20 League is arguably the biggest and toughest domestic T20 league in the world. A total of 10 teams (Chennai, Delhi, Gujarat, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Punjab, Rajasthan, Bangalore, and Hyderabad) take part in the league. Now, you also have a chance to win real cash by making fantasy cricket teams for every match of the Indian T20 League.

Women T20 League

■ Starting in 2023, Women T20 League is the women's equivalent of the Indian T20 league. A total of 5 teams (Delhi, Gujarat, Mumbai, Bangalore, and UP) will take part in the first season. Now, you also have a chance to win real cash by making fantasy cricket teams for every match of the Women T20 League.

Pakistan T20 League

■ Established in 2016, Pakistan T20 League is a professional T20 cricket league played in Pakistan. 6 teams (Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Peshawar, and Quetta) representing six cities of Pakistan take part in the league. Make your fantasy teams in the Pakistan T20 League on Howzat and be part of the fun.

History of Fantasy Cricket in India

India is a cricket crazy nation and the rise of the fantasy sports and fantasy cricket industry in India has been a similar story. Fantasy cricket started gaining popularity in the last 3-4 years and the industry as a whole expected to be worth more than $3.7 billion by the end of 2024. Which means that almost 1 in 6 Indians could be playing at least one fantasy sport by the time 2024 ends. The Indian sporting landscape looks very different nowadays with the ever-growing fantasy cricket space.

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