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Welcome to the Best of Fantasy Cricket on Great11
Enter into the thrilling world of Fantasy sports, a strategy-based online sports game wherein you can create a virtual team of real players playing in real life matches. Create your team to win points based on all the players' performance in a live game.
What is the fantasy cricket format of Great11?
Fantasy cricket is a strategy based online sports game where players create a virtual team of real cricketers playing in real matches worldwide. You earn points based on the performances of these players in actual matches.
How to play fantasy cricket on Great11 app?
On Great11, you can opt for standard cricket formats in T20, ODI & Tests, and different domestic leagues, international tournaments and ICC matches. Fantasy cricket is a game of skill that requires research skills and an analytical mind.
Why play fantasy cricket on Great11?
We're India's biggest fantasy sports platform with 15 Crore+ users playing on the app. We have solid partnerships with national and international sports leagues & bodies.We have 20+ reputed Indian and international cricketers as Great11 brand ambassadors!.
Fantasy Cricket Points System
The Fantasy points differ slightly from one format of cricket to another. For example, if a bowler’s economy rate is under 5 runs per over in T20I, six points are added. However, there are no points based on the economy rate at all in Test cricket. Similarly, if a batter is dismissed for a duck in a Test match - four points are deducted. However, if the same happens in T10 or a T20 format, two points are deducted.
How To Make A Fantasy Cricket Team on Great11-The Easier Way!
The Fantasy points differ slightly from one format of cricket to another. For example, if a bowler’s economy rate is under 5 runs per over in T20I, six points are added. However, there are no points based on the economy rate at all in Test cricket. Similarly, if a batter is dismissed for a duck in a Test match - four points are deducted. However, if the same happens in T10 or a T20 format, two points are deducted.
- You Can Select A Maximum Of 10 Players From Any One Of The Teams
- Your Great11 Fantasy Team Has To Be Within The 100 Credit Cap
- Your Fantasy Cricket Team Can Have Different Combination Of Players
- Next, Assign A Captain And Vice-Captain For Your Team
- The Captain Gets 2X Points Scored By Him In A Live Match
- The Vice-Captain Gets 1.5X Points Scored By Him In A Live Match
Your team must qualify the following team selection criteria:
| Player Type | Minimum Players | Maximum Players |
|---|---|---|
| Wicket Keeper (WK) | 1 | 4 |
| Batter (BAT) | 3 | 6 |
| All Rounder (AR) | 1 | 4 |
| Bowler (BWL) | 1 | 6 |
Pro Tip - The Captained By (2% C By) and Vice-Captained By (1.5% VC By) stats help you understand how other Fantasy players have chosen their teams.
Getting Started with Fantasy Cricket App - It's free and 100% safe!
Log on to the Great11 fantasy app, and follow the below-given steps to participate in this game of thrill and skill!
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Select the match: Once on the main page, you can pick a match from the many upcoming matches.
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Select a player: Pick players from 2 teams using a credit of 100. Remember to make the best use of your skills here!
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Select a C and VC for your team: Choose Captain and Vice-Captain for your fantasy cricket team.
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Enter the contests: Pick a contest from a wide variety of ongoing contests.
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Join the contest until the match deadline, Roundlock or the actual match start time.
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Track team's progress: Watch the match LIVE to see a player's progress.
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Follow your rank on Contest Leaderboard: Based on the player's real-life performance, you score points (Fantasy Points System) and compete.
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Winner Declaration: Once a match is complete, winners are declared for the match and winnings are given.
Play Indian Fantasy Cricket on Great11
Indian fantasy cricket is a virtual online game featuring your team of the best 11 cricketers for a chosen fantasy league. You should select players based on their performance on the field to earn good points as per the points system and win real money. So, when you play Indian fantasy cricket online, the more points your players in the fantasy team score, the more you win money.
Fantasy Cricket Tips
We are breaking this section down into two parts - before the toss and after the toss
Here are things you should do before the toss:
- Play only those games that you have a fair amount of knowledge about.
- Before playing, check the weather report, pitch report, average score on the ground, probable 11, their past performances (overall and against the competing team), strike rates, economy rates, etc.
- Detailed statistics are available on the Great11 app itself that can be analysed.
- Read through news items, if any, pertaining to the teams that may impact the balance of the teams, e.g. player injuries, rest, etc.
- Join the mega contest as soon as it is available on the app (generally, 48 hours prior to the match being played) as the spots get filled up quickly.
- Explore the ‘Winners’ section of the Great11 app to understand the kind of teams being created by various winners.
- Although a no-brainer but you should pick only those players who are in the playing eleven.
- Do an in-depth and thorough analysis as per your knowledge and skills to make your Great11.
- Try to join with multiple teams.
- Do not rely on videos or tips published by untrustworthy websites for creating your team. Use your own knowledge about cricket.
Types of Contests in Fantasy Cricket
There are primarily four types of contests in fantasy cricket:
- Mega contests: Guaranteed contests that will happen even if the required number of slots are not filled up to 100%. The prize pool is also the largest of all contests. Generally, there is only one mega contest per match.
- Public contests: Not all public contests are guaranteed to happen, i.e. if the required number of spots aren’t filled up, the entry fee will be refunded to the participant. If a contest fills up to 100%, a new contest will be created automatically. However, as mentioned previously, if it is not filled up completely, refunds will be granted.
- Private contests: These are invite-only contests, usually played with a group of friends. The entry fee and the prize pool are dependent on the creator of the contest and the number of participants.
- Practice contests: Also known as free contests, these are for beginners who want to get a better understanding of the concept of Fantasy cricket. The participants in such contests are not eligible for any prize money.
Winning Money Playing Fantasy Cricket
Winning money via playing daily fantasy cricket online requires the ability to inspect the team and build a solid team. To know how to win in Fantasy Cricket, it is important to understand the Fantasy Cricket game first. As we have discussed how you can plan to build a winning team on the fantasy app, you’ll be able to amplify your fantasy team to make sure the players get you the points you need to win the game. Winning money on Fantasy Cricket apps such as Great11 is now easier due to the accumulated knowledge of players from worldwide. Here’s how you can start your winning streak by playing Fantasy Cricket, wisely!
First, you’ve to create an account on the Great11 app to play. Register your team to enter a daily fantasy cricket tournament. You can participate in multiple tournaments to maximize your winnings. On the Great11 fantasy cricket app, carefully pick your team based on trends, read fantasy cricket news, and know players' current form and ability. Go through an in-depth analysis of the various points provided with costs based on their strengths and weaknesses to pick the team. Try to work with different combinations to get the best results for the teams. Many matches happen simultaneously, so you must pick a team based on real-life fixtures you'd like to play with. Watching live fantasy cricket games gives you an extra edge as you see it live in action and improve your judgment.
Many different tournaments are available on the Great11 app, so you can maximize your winnings by entering more than one tournament. Pick a team with a good mix of players and backup players, for instance, when a particular player can't perform. Pick a captain and vice-captain accordingly because they will get you double to 1.5x the points compared to the other players!
Changing Team Names in Fantasy Cricket
Winning money via playing daily fantasy cricket online requires the ability to inspect the team and build a solid team. To know how to win in Fantasy Cricket, it is important to understand the Fantasy Cricket game first. As we have discussed how you can plan to build a winning team on the fantasy app, you’ll be able to amplify your fantasy team to make sure the players get you the points you need to win the game. Winning money on Fantasy Cricket apps such as Great11 is now easier due to the accumulated knowledge of players from worldwide. Here’s how you can start your winning streak by playing Fantasy Cricket, wisely!
What to remember while changing your team name in Fantasy Cricket:
- Your team name is your identity on Great11 and is visible to everyone
- Have a combination of alphabets and numbers to make it unique.
- Avoid using personal details like phone number, name, email ID, etc.
- Refrain from using inappropriate words or anything that has religious inclinations.
Pro Tip - If you've changed your team name after registration, you won't see the pencil icon next to your team name and won't be able to change it again!
Fantasy Cricket News and Upcoming Tournaments to Participate In
Fantasy cricket can be played in upcoming tournaments like the Asia Cup 2023, India-Australia ODI series, ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 and others. Apart from these, there are other tournaments and leagues which have been announced as well where you can create your team and participate.
Popular Fantasy Cricket Leagues in Great11
There are several fantasy leagues where you can try your skill in fantasy cricket. Among the Indian Premier League, Big Bash Fantasy League and Caribbean Premier, Pakistan Super League is a viable fantasy league with high-scoring matches in the previous edition. Here are some of the popular fantasy cricket leagues to make your Great11 team.
Do’s and Don'ts While Playing Fantasy Cricket
In reality, playing fantasy cricket is simple, provided you know the sport and have a strong analytical bent of mind. It’s truly a game of skill. So, before you get excited to play, here are some do's and don'ts of playing fantasy cricket.
Do's Of Playing Fantasy Cricket
- Keep patience and constant perseverance for long-term rewards
- Keep track of the probable playing XI
- Make a group based on solid research
- Pick matches wisely
- Wait for the toss before making team changes
- Keep match schedules handy
Don'ts Of Playing Fantasy Cricket
- Don't play with all your money in one match
- Don't pick players based on popularity
- Don't overlook pitch conditions
It's easy to start playing on Great11
Enter into the thrilling world of Fantasy sports, a strategy-based online sports game wherein you can create a virtual team of real players playing in real life matches. Create your team to win points based on all the players' performance in a live game.
1
Select A Match
Choose an upcoming cricket match from the ones listed on our fantasy cricket app.
2
Create Team
Choose a combination of 11 players to create your best fantasy team in the 100 credits you get.
3
Join League
Join our practice contests to sharpen your skills until you’re ready to join a big fantasy cricket match. Once you are, enter various cash contests to win real money!
Once you are, enter various cash contests to win real money!
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History of Fantasy Cricket in India
Fantasy cricket in India began in the early 2000s but gained widespread popularity in the mid-2010s with the advent of various online platforms. It allows fans to create virtual teams of real cricket players and compete based on their on-field performances, adding a new dimension to cricket fandom in the country.