Class action vehicle lawsuit settles at £55m less than original value
A class action lawsuit representing millions of UK motorists and businesses affected by inflated shipping fees has settled for £57m less than its original £150m target.
The claim, brought by class action representative and former Which? campaigns specialist Mark McLaren, alleged that from October 2006 to September 2015, leading European shipping companies had breached competition law by working in a cartel, exchanging commercially sensitive information, coordinating pricing, and dividing customers among themselves to avoid competing with each other.
The cartel allegedly affected shipments of 17 million new cars and vans on their way to the UK from carmarkers including Ford, Vauxhall, Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Nissan.
The Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) approved the distribution of a settlement of £55.87m in compensation for the claimants on Thursday, following a judgment being handed down in January. However, when McLaren originally launched the lawsuit six years ago it was valued at £150m.
Individual payouts for consumers and businesses will start at £25 per vehicle, while those with more than one affected vehicle are set to receive an extra £5 for each up to six vehicles and then an extra £2.50 if claiming for over six, with compensation due to be paid in the coming months.
“This settlement has been secured on behalf of consumers and businesses who were overcharged for new vehicles, because of hidden agreements between companies they’d never heard, which secretly cost them money. They now deserve to get that money back,” McLaren said.
Scott + Scott, the law firm representing McLaren in the proceedings, said in a statement the settlement “marks the end of six years of legal action against a group of international shipping corporations led by consumer champion Mark McLaren.”
“For almost 10 years, the shipping giants overcharged for transporting new vehicles into the UK. This ended up hiking the prices for what millions paid for their vehicles,” the firm said.
Record settlement , lower payout
This comes after the CAT approved a £260m settlement on 16 September in a class action against Google’s parent company, Alphabet, the largest payout the court has ever approved, following an agreement the week before.
However, the agreed payout was significantly lower than the £1.04bn the claim was estimated to be worth when it was filed in September 2024.
Personal allowance hike on the menu at October Budget
The Chancellor is weighing up proposals to raise the personal allowance at next month’s Budget in what could be the biggest shake-up to income tax rules in years.
John Healey is reportedly considering unfreezing the income threshold at which earners start paying tax from £12,570 to as much as £15,570.
The unfreezing would be the first time a rise in personal allowance has occurred since 2021, with proponents of the plan arguing that the extra £3,000 would be a much needed boost for the economy.
But Healey is also considering tax hikes elsewhere, including upping capital gains tax, to make up the shortfall in revenues to the Exchequer.
Dale Vince, founder of green energy giant Ecotricity and one of the biggest Labour party donors claimed the move could generate 1.2 per cent growth in the economy.
Vince said: “We’ve taken £600 million from millions of people and we’ve actually impaired the economy.”
Vince’s recommendations which also include aligning capital gains tax with income tax in pre-budget submissions, are reportedly being taken seriously by senior Labour officials.
However, former Conservative Treasury minister Sir David Gauke voiced concern over the planned unfreezing of personal allowance.
Sir David told BBC radio 4: “Anything that sounds too good to be true is almost certainly too good to be true.
“I’m very sceptical that you can raise that sort of money from the banking sector, without it having a significant impact on competitiveness, specifically lending that goes toward small businesses.”
In last November’s budget, then Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed the personal allowance, as well as other income tax thresholds, would be frozen until 2031 rather than going up in line with inflation as it had done previously.
This practice was stopped in 2021 following the Russian invasion of Ukraine and rising costs by then Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
The OBR confirmed that freezing income tax thresholds would raise £8bn a year by 2029, and will drive 780,000 more people into the basic rate, 920,000 more into the higher rate, and 4,000 into the additional rate by the end of the parliament.
Other Tax proposals
Other proposals under consideration include expanding the ‘Mansion Tax’ by lowering the initial £2m threshold to £1.5m, meaning that all properties valued at £1.5m or higher will be liable to pay at least an extra £1,500 per year.
Other tax changes are rumoured to include business rates reform, sector specific levies, and reductions to the tax gap.
These tax proposals are potentially being included in a budget that is being labelled as a “Pain Cost” for businesses by chief executive of professional services giant Baker Tilly.
Francesca Lagerberg, Baker Tilly chief, told City AM: “The mood music is that it will not be a fun day out, I think that is probably where everybody is sitting at the moment.”
A Treasury spokesman said decisions on tax were a matter for the chancellor to set out at fiscal events, rather than “routinely commenting on rumour, speculation or proposals.”
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The recognition comes after Taher lead the expansion of MultiBank Group for more than two decades, from its founding in 2005 to a financial institution serving more than four million clients across 100 countries today. Under his leadership, the Group has built a presence under more than 18 financial regulators across five continents and recorded daily trading volumes exceeding $35 billion.
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Supported by a strategy centred on regulation, international expansion and innovation, MultiBank Group became an established name among the top global financial derivatives institutions.
Naser Taher, Founder and Chairman of MultiBank Group, said: “This award is a recognition of what our teams have built together over the past two decades. I started MultiBank Group with a clear ambition to create a financial institution that empowers traders worldwide, while contributing positively to the evolution of financial markets, and learned along the way that trust is always the centre of success in finance. As the industry evolves, we will continue to expand our capabilities, invest in innovation, and earn the trust of clients in every market we serve.”
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A top economist at the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) has sent a warning on the effect more tax rises could have on growth and on the public’s expectations about “what the state can do for them”.
Professor David Miles, who is one of three top members at the independent fiscal watchdog, said that the UK economy could incur a greater cost from adding to the current tax burden.
His comments on public debt, the costs of raising taxes and public pressure for more state expenditure could have implications for Chancellor John Healey a month from the Budget when he is expected to raise taxes.
The OBR’s forecasts and judgments are crucial as they determine whether the government has met its fiscal rules, signalling whether public finances are on a stable course.
Speaking about the risks facing public finances at a policy conference, Miles warned that one of the main problems around the state of public debt was the electorate’s expectations of state capacity.
He said “one of the great fiscal problems” and an “explanation” for the rise in debt was that the “public have not lowered their expectations about what the state can do for them and the level of public services in line with the reduced resources which come about as a result of productivity having been so bad”.
‘Remove any excess optimism’
Miles joked that he would “remove any excess optimism” with his reflections on public finances and later said that current tax and spending policies set the UK on an unsustainable path for debt levels. The Office for Budget Responsibility said a forecast based on current policies and welfare spending would take public debt to about 270 per cent of GDP by the mid-2070s.
“Can we carry on in the UK setting policies in the way that it has been set and is set right now for decades to come and everything will probably be alright? To which the answer is very likely not, it would not be alright,” he said.
At the macroeconomics conference hosted by the Imperial Business School, Miles warned that waiting for a productivity boom in the UK economy, which would in turn boost growth and ease pressures on public finances, was risky for the government.
He said: “Getting lucky isn’t a plan”.
“[One] strategy is simply to say ‘well, let’s just hope something good turns up’, but if it doesn’t we’ll have to do something drastic maybe 25 years from now in 2051. But that would be an extraordinarily extreme tightening in fiscal policy, some combination of drastic cuts in public services and also big increases in taxes and in a sense you wouldn’t want to be around then if you could avoid it. I think I’m sure I won’t be.”
Pre-Budget tax warning
While Miles said taxes could be hiked to ease pressures on debt as a share of GDP, he warned that a rise in the tax burden beyond 37 per cent of GDP could lead to additional costs on incentives in growth.
Offering an example, he said it would be more costly for the government to lift the tax burden from 40 to 45 per cent of GDP than it would be to raise it from 35 to 40 per cent in the short term.
“There is a question about what extra cost you pay in terms of incentive distortions and the efficiency with which people operate an economy,” he said.
“The cost of increasing taxes goes up with the square, so it’s not a straight line, it’s exponential.”
“I think that has to be then relevant to how you do whatever fiscal tightening. You need to do [it] to become more sustainable long-term or what is the mix of spending and tax.”
However, Miles admitted that the outlook on public expenditure looked “depressing” as defence spending was expected to rise by as many as 0.4 percentage points by 2030 as a share of the UK economy, or £11bn a year. Part of the UK’s debt reduction measures after World War II came due to a fall in spending on the military, he added by way of context.
Sadiq Khan ready to discuss ‘any credible proposal’ from West Ham for London Stadium
Mayor Sadiq Khan has invited a bid from West Ham United to buy the London Stadium, saying he “would consider any credible proposal” to offload the publicly subsidised venue.
Lord Khan also talked up “recent improvements” in relations between the East London club and the GLA-owned stadium operator – an apparent nod to the growing influence of Royal Mail owner Daniel Kretinsky at West Ham and the departure from the board of former chairman David Sullivan.
His comments come in a letter of response to Labour assembly member Bassam Mahfouz, who earlier this month wrote to the Mayor to urge him to explore a sale of the London Stadium, which currently costs the taxpayer £19m every year.
“As you rightly note, we have had to make the best of a challenging contractual position inherited from the previous Mayor,” Khan wrote in the letter seen by City AM. “Despite these constraints, I am proud of the progress we have made in ensuring that the stadium works as hard as possible for Londoners.”
He added: “I have always been clear that we would consider any credible proposal for the stadium, provided it offers value for taxpayers, protects the public interest and preserves the wider economic, social and sporting benefits the venue delivers for London.”
Khan also addressed “public speculation regarding the future ownership structure of West Ham United and whether this may lead to interest in revisiting the contractual arrangements that apply to the stadium”.
Improving relations between West Ham and City Hall
Kretinsky has agreed to increase his stake in West Ham to 46 per cent by buying the bulk of the Gold family’s 25 per cent holding. That would make the Czech energy tycoon the club’s largest shareholder, ahead of Sullivan, who stepped down earlier this year amid allegations about his historic conduct, which he has strongly denied. Vice-chair Karren Brady has also left the club in recent months.
“Clearly, the ownership of the club is a matter for the club’s shareholders. We are committed to maintaining a constructive relationship with the club’s ownership and leadership, and the stadium team has welcomed recent improvements in that regard,” Khan said.
“That relationship is important to the stadium’s continued success and to the delivery of benefits for local communities and the wider city. However, it would not be appropriate to conduct any potential commercial discussions in public or to comment on any negotiations or preparations for them.”
West Ham pay a little over £2m a year to be anchor tenants of the former London 2012 Olympic Stadium as part of a 99-year deal struck with City Hall during Boris Johnson’s time as Mayor.
Mahfouz said: “With the new ownership working alongside a Mayor who is clear in his aim to find the best outcome for Londoners, this could represent a positive step forward for the situation.
“Given the amount Londoners are currently paying, it would be irresponsible for us not to examine whether there is a better option out there.
“The burden should not fall indefinitely on taxpayers. If there is any credible proposal that protects the stadium’s future and gives Londoners better value for money, we should be prepared to explore it.”
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| Pros | Cons |
| ✅ No wagering on free spin winnings, with no maximum win | ❌ Welcome spins are locked to a single game |
| ✅ Free spins on sign-up with no deposit required | ❌ Tight 12-hour window to meet the £10 spend |
| ✅ Fast withdrawals and a polished mobile app |
| Category | Score |
| Site Design | 9/10 |
| Mobile | 9/10 |
| Game Selection | 8/10 |
| Promotions | 10/10 |
| Payments | 9/10 |
How we rank the best UK online casinos
Our rankings are based on hands-on testing and objective criteria. We do not accept payment to improve an operator’s position. Here is what we assess:
UKGC licence and safety: Every site on this list holds a valid UK Gambling Commission licence, which we verify independently before publishing any review. Sites with a history of licence breaches or unresolved player complaints are excluded.
Game selection and software quality: We look at the number and variety of games, the quality of software providers, and whether the library includes slots, table games, and live dealer options.
Bonus value and terms: Welcome bonuses are assessed not just by headline value but by their actual playability — wagering requirements, time limits, game restrictions, and maximum win caps all factor in.
Payments: We consider the range of accepted deposit and withdrawal methods, minimum and maximum limits, and processing times for both deposits and cashouts.
Mobile performance: With most UK players using smartphones as their primary devices, we test every site on mobile browsers and, where available, mobile apps.
Customer support: We test response times and quality across live chat and email. Sites with 24/7 live chat availability score higher.
How to create an online casino account
Signing up at a UKGC-licensed casino is a straightforward process. All reputable sites are required to verify your identity before you can withdraw funds — this is called Know Your Customer (KYC) verification and is a legal requirement, not a hurdle. Here is what to expect:
- Choose a licensed casino — confirm the UKGC logo is displayed in the site footer and that the licence is valid on the Gambling Commission’s register.
- Click ‘Register’ or ‘Join Now’ — you’ll be prompted to enter your email address and choose a password.
- Enter your personal details — full name, date of birth, and home address. You must be 18 or over; the site will verify your age automatically or request documents.
- Set your responsible gambling preferences — most sites now ask you to set a deposit limit before you can proceed. This is a legal requirement under UKGC rules.
- Verify your email address — click the confirmation link sent to your inbox to activate your account.
- Complete identity verification (KYC) — upload a valid photo ID (passport or driving licence) and proof of address (utility bill or bank statement dated within the last three months). Some sites complete this automatically; others request documents when you make your first withdrawal.
- Make your first deposit — choose your preferred payment method, enter the amount, and confirm. Your deposit should appear in your account instantly or within a few minutes.
- Claim your welcome bonus — navigate to the promotions page and opt in to any welcome offer, following the on-screen instructions. Always read the T&Cs before claiming.
The entire process typically takes under ten minutes. If you are asked to provide documents and experience a delay, contact the site’s customer support team via live chat for the fastest resolution.
Tips for avoiding unsafe online casinos
The UK market is tightly regulated, but unlicensed and rogue operators do exist — particularly sites that target UK players without holding a valid UKGC licence. Knowing what to look for protects both your money and your personal data.
- Check for a UKGC licence: every legitimate UK-facing casino must display its Gambling Commission licence number in the footer. You can cross-reference this on the UKGC’s public register at gamblingcommission.gov.uk. If a site cannot provide a licence number, do not deposit.
- Avoid casinos with no verifiable contact information: reputable sites offer at minimum live chat and email support, with a clear company name and registered address. If you cannot find this information, treat it as a red flag.
- Read the withdrawal terms carefully: some rogue sites impose unreasonably long withdrawal windows, excessive verification requests, or hidden clauses that allow them to confiscate winnings. Legitimate casinos process withdrawals within a clearly stated timeframe.
- Look up independent reviews and complaints: a quick search for the casino name alongside terms like ‘withdrawal problems’ or ‘complaints’ can reveal patterns of bad practice that a slick homepage will not.
- Be wary of offers that seem too good to be true: no-deposit bonuses worth hundreds of pounds, or deposit matches with no wagering requirements and no caps, are almost always misleading. Legitimate bonuses are valuable, but they are realistic.
- Check for SSL encryption: look for ‘https://’ and a padlock symbol in the browser address bar before entering any personal or payment details. While this alone does not confirm a site is legitimate, its absence is a serious warning sign.
- Never share your password or payment details via chat or email: no legitimate casino support agent will ask for these. If someone does, terminate the conversation and report it to the site.
Mobile gaming at UK online casinos
The majority of UK players now access online casinos primarily through a smartphone or tablet. Every site in this list is optimised for mobile play, though the experience varies between those that offer a dedicated app and those that rely on a mobile browser.
Mobile apps vs mobile browsers
A dedicated app — available on iOS via the App Store or Android via the operator’s website — tends to offer faster loading times, push notifications for promotions, and a more streamlined interface. bet365 and William Hill Vegas both offer well-regarded apps that closely match the desktop experience.
Mobile-optimised websites accessed through a browser are the more common approach among newer operators. Sites like Bally Casino and NRG Casino have invested heavily in their browser-based mobile experience, and the difference in quality compared with a dedicated app is minimal for most players.
What to look for in a mobile casino
- Game availability: confirm that the games you want to play — particularly live casino tables — are accessible on mobile and not restricted to desktop.
- Touch-optimised controls: buttons, menus, and game interfaces should be sized and spaced for touchscreen use, not simply scaled-down versions of the desktop site.
- Deposit and withdrawal access: You should be able to manage your account, including payments and verification, entirely from your mobile device.
- Stable performance: mobile casino games, especially live streams, require a reliable internet connection. On a strong 4G or Wi-Fi connection, the top sites in this list deliver smooth, uninterrupted play.
- Responsible gambling tools on mobile: deposit limits, time-outs, and self-exclusion options must be as accessible on mobile as they are on desktop — UKGC rules require this.
If you plan to play primarily on mobile, it is worth testing a site on your device before making a significant deposit. Most operators allow you to browse the lobby without creating an account, which gives you a sense of how the interface performs.
Tips for playing at online casinos
Getting the most from your online casino experience is as much about good habits and informed choices as it is about luck. These tips apply whether you are new to online casino play or have been doing it for years.
- Understand the wagering requirements before you claim a bonus: Wagering requirements specify how many times a bonus must be played through before bonus winnings can be withdrawn. Following the UKGC rule changes introduced in January 2026, wagering is capped at 10x. Under these terms, a £20 bonus requires no more than £200 in qualifying bets, a significant improvement over the traditional 30x–50x requirements. Nevertheless, key conditions should always be checked, including game weighting, expiry windows, and maximum payout limits. Alternatively, no-wagering promotions, such as MrQ’s free spins, allow all winnings to be credited directly to your withdrawable cash balance.
- Check the RTP of the games you play: return to player (RTP) percentages are published on most UKGC-licensed sites. Choosing games with higher RTPs (96%+) gives you a statistically better long-term return, though individual sessions will always vary.
- Set a budget before you start: decide how much you are comfortable spending in a session before you log in, not while you are playing. Most UK casinos let you set deposit limits directly in your account settings — use them.
- Use free spins and no-deposit offers to explore new games: no-deposit bonuses carry no financial risk and are a useful way to try a new site or game without committing real money. Just read the withdrawal conditions on any winnings first.
- Take regular breaks: session time limits and reminders are available on every UKGC-licensed casino. Set them to stay in control of how long you are playing, particularly during longer sessions.
- Stick to UKGC-licensed sites: unlicensed casinos are not bound by UK player protection rules. If something goes wrong — a disputed withdrawal, a technical fault — you have no formal recourse with an unlicensed operator.
- Do not chase losses: no betting system or strategy can change the house edge on casino games. Increasing your stakes after a losing run does not improve your odds and can accelerate losses.
- Know when to stop: if gambling stops feeling like entertainment and starts feeling like a necessity, it is time to take a break. Self-exclusion via GamStop — available across all UKGC-licenced operators at once — is a free tool that can help.
Payment methods at UK online casinos
Most UKGC-licensed casinos support a broad range of payment methods. The most commonly accepted options include:
- Debit cards (Visa and Mastercard) — the most widely used method; note that credit cards are banned for gambling under UKGC rules.
- PayPal — fast, secure, and widely available at top UK casinos.
- Paysafecard — a prepaid option for players who prefer not to share bank details.
- Bank transfer — slower but suitable for larger withdrawals.
- Apple Pay and Google Pay — increasingly available for fast mobile deposits.
Note that e-wallets like PayPal sometimes qualify players differently for bonuses — always check the T&Cs before depositing via your preferred method.
Responsible gambling
Gambling should be entertaining. If it stops feeling that way, it is important to know that help and tools are available to you. All UKGC-licensed casinos are required to offer the following player protection features:
- Deposit limits — set a daily, weekly, or monthly cap on how much you add to your account.
- Loss limits — restrict how much you can lose in a given period.
- Session time limits and reminders — keep track of how long you have been playing.
- Self-exclusion — exclude yourself from a single site, or from all UKGC-licensed operators at once via GamStop.
- Time-outs — take a short break of 24 hours, a week, or a month without fully self-excluding.
If you are concerned about your gambling, or that of someone you know, these organisations offer free and confidential support:
National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7)
GamCare: https://www.gamcare.org.uk
GambleAware: https://gambleaware.org
18+ | Gambling Can Be Addictive. Please Play Responsibly. | Registration Required. | GamStop | Gambling Commission
FAQs
What makes an online casino safe to use in the UK?
The most important factor is a valid UK Gambling Commission licence, which you can verify on the UKGC website. UKGC-licensed casinos are required to segregate player funds, offer responsible gambling tools, and adhere to strict fairness standards. Every casino in this list holds a current UKGC licence.
What is a wagering requirement, and how does it work?
A wagering requirement is the number of times you need to bet a bonus before you can withdraw winnings from it. For example, a £20 bonus with 10x wagering means placing £200 in qualifying bets before you can cash out. Under UKGC rules that came in on 19 January 2026, 10x is now the maximum any UK-licensed casino can set. Lower is better, and no-wagering offers are the best value of all, because your winnings are paid as cash straight away. Always check the time limit, which games count, and any cap on winnings before you opt in.
Can I use a credit card at UK online casinos?
No. Since April 2020, the UKGC has banned the use of credit cards for online gambling. You can deposit using debit cards (Visa, Mastercard), e-wallets like PayPal, prepaid cards like Paysafecard, or bank transfer.
How quickly can I withdraw my winnings?
Withdrawal times vary by casino and payment method. E-wallets like PayPal are typically the fastest, often processing within a few hours. Debit card withdrawals usually take one to three working days. Most of the casinos in this list process the majority of withdrawals within 24 hours.
What is RTP and why does it matter?
Return to player (RTP) is a theoretical percentage indicating how much of all money staked on a game is paid back to players over time. A slot with 96% RTP will, on average, return £96 for every £100 staked. Higher RTP means better average returns, though individual sessions can vary significantly. The better UK casino sites display RTP clearly within each game’s information panel.
Is it safe to play at a new online casino?
Yes, provided it holds a UKGC licence. Newer sites like Bally Casino and NRG Casino are fully licensed and regulated. That said, established casinos with longer track records give some players extra reassurance. If you are trying a newer site, check for the UKGC logo in the footer and verify the licence on the regulator’s website.
City AM is committed to responsible gambling. Please gamble responsibly and only bet what you can afford. To gain help, support and advice for a person struggling with gambling, contact the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133. If you are worried about your gambling or that of a friend visit gambleaware.org.
Cricket Betting Sites 2026 – Best Cricket Betting Sites UK
Cricket is a highly enjoyable sport in the UK, both to watch and to bet on. For users looking to place bets on this exciting sport, we have detailed all the best cricket betting sites in this article. Other information detailed in this article includes our criteria for the top cricket sites, an explanation of popular cricket tournaments, cricket betting markets, frequently asked questions, and more.
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Best Cricket Betting Sites for 2026
bet365 – Bet £10 and Get £30 in Free Bets
Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. Registration Required. #AD
Betway – £30 Matched Free Bet + £30 Uber Eats Voucher
*New UK customers only. Min Stake: £5. Maximum Free Bet: £30. First bet on a Football, Horse Racing, Tennis, Cricket or Basketball multiple with 3+ selections. Overall odds: 3.00 (2/1) or higher. Free Bets available upon settlement of the qualifying bet. Earn a £30 Uber Eats Voucher on successful Acca qualification. Debit Card deposit only (exclusions apply). This offer is valid 7 days from the new account being registered. 18+ GambleAware.org. Bet the Responsible Way. Full Terms apply
Betfred – £50 in Free Bets when you Bet £10
New customers only. Register, deposit with a Debit Card, and place a first bet of £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports, to be settled within 7 days, to get £30 in Sports Free Bets and £20 in Bet Builder Free Bets within 24 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. Full T&Cs apply.
LiveScore Bet – Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets
*New members. £10 min deposit & bet on sportsbook (ex. virtuals), placed & settled at EVS min odds in 14 days of sign-up. Win part of E/W bets. Free Bets: accept in 7 days, valid 7 days, use on sportsbook only (ex. virtuals), stakes not returned. T&Cs and deposit exclusions apply Bet Responsibly. GamCare.org.uk 18+
Tote Sports – Bet £5 Get £20
New customers online only. Register and bet a min £/€5 at odds of 1/1 (2.0) or greater across sports or racing within 7 days of registration to qualify. Receive £/€10 Tote Credit, £/€10 Free Sports Bet within 48 hours of qualifying bet settlement. Qualifying bet is the first racing pool or sports bet added to bet slip. Voided/non-runner bets will not qualify; subsequent bet will be qualifying bet. 7-day expiry. 18+. One per customer. Selected customers only. Full T&Cs apply. Gambleaware.org. Full T&Cs apply.
18+ Gambling Can Be Addictive. Please Play Responsibly. Registration Required GamStop Gambling Commission.
Top Cricket Events to Bet On in 2026/27
The English summer might be over, but there’s no break in the cricket calendar. From England’s winter tours to a home Ashes and the Cricket World Cup in 2027, here are the biggest events coming up and what to look for when you bet on them.
| Event | Dates | Format |
| England ODIs & T20Is in Australia | 13 Nov – 2 Dec 2026 | 3 ODIs, 5 T20Is |
| Big Bash League | 12 Dec 2026 – 26 Jan 2027 | T20 franchise |
| England Tests & ODIs in South Africa | 17 Dec 2026 – 15 Jan 2027 | 3 Tests, 3 ODIs |
| 150th Anniversary Test (Aus v Eng) | 11–15 Mar 2027 | One-off day-night Test |
| IPL 2027 | Usually late March to May | T20 franchise |
| The Ashes | 18 Jun – 2 Aug 2027 | 5 Tests |
| Cricket World Cup | 4 Oct – 21 Nov 2027 | 50-over ODI |
🏏 England White-Ball Tour of Australia – 13 November to 2 December 2026
England start the winter with three ODIs in Perth, Adelaide and Hobart, then five T20 internationals at venues including the MCG and the SCG. Short-format matches are ideal for in-play betting because momentum can swing in a single over. Top batter, total sixes and powerplay runs markets tend to be the most popular.
🏏 Big Bash League – 12 December 2026 to 26 January 2027
Australia’s T20 franchise league runs over Christmas and New Year, and plenty of English players take part. Matches are usually on in the morning or around lunchtime UK time, so it’s a good one for pre-match and live betting while the domestic game is off. Keep an eye on pitch and weather conditions, as grounds like Perth and Hobart can play very differently.
🏏 England Test & ODI Tour of South Africa – 17 December 2026 to 15 January 2027
England play three Tests at the Wanderers, Centurion (the Boxing Day Test) and Newlands, followed by three ODIs in Paarl and Bloemfontein. The Tests count towards the World Test Championship, so there’s a lot at stake. With five-day matches, markets like the draw, first-innings leader, top series run-scorer and method of dismissal come into play.
🏏 150th Anniversary Test – 11 to 15 March 2027
Australia and England meet in a one-off day-night Test at the MCG to mark 150 years since the first Test match, which was played at the same ground in 1877. It’s a special occasion for the rivalry, and bookmakers often add extra specials and price boosts for events like this.
🏏 Indian Premier League (IPL) – Spring 2027 (dates TBC)
The IPL is the world’s biggest T20 franchise league, with 10 city-based teams, and it usually runs from late March to late May. With a match nearly every day, it’s the busiest time of year for cricket betting. Many UK bookmakers run IPL-specific promotions, and outright markets such as tournament winner and top run-scorer open well before the first ball.
🏏 The Ashes – 18 June to 2 August 2027
The oldest rivalry in cricket, dating back to 1882, returns to England with five Tests:
Trent Bridge, 18–22 June
Lord’s, 30 June – 4 July
Edgbaston, 8–12 July
Utilita Bowl, 21–25 July
The Oval, 29 July – 2 August
Series correct score, series winner and top England or Australia batter and bowler markets are hugely popular. There’s also plenty of in-play betting across the five days of each Test. The Women’s Ashes is also held in England in summer 2027, with a Test, three ODIs and three T20s.
🏏 The Hundred – Summer 2027 (dates TBC)
This 100-ball tournament has eight men’s and eight women’s teams and runs through the height of the English summer, usually from late July to mid-August. It’s the quickest format in professional cricket, which makes it well-suited to in-play and bet builder markets.
🏏 ICC Cricket World Cup – 4 October to 21 November 2027
The 50-over World Cup is held every four years. In 2027, it’s hosted jointly by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. Australia are the defending champion after beating hosts India in the 2023 final. Outright winner and top tournament batter markets usually open months in advance, so it can be worth looking early.
The Best Cricket Betting Sites Reviewed
We opened funded accounts at each bookmaker and used them across the 2026 English summer, including The Hundred and England’s home Tests. We tested cricket market depth, in-play betting, live streaming, bet builders, the apps and withdrawals. Here’s what we found.
bet365 – Best Overall for Cricket Betting
Best for: In-play betting and live streaming
Welcome offer: Bet £10 and Get £30 in Free Bets
Founded: 2000 | Licence: UK Gambling Commission
bet365 is our top pick for cricket betting. It has the most complete in-play offering we tested. On a typical international match there are markets on the next over, the next wicket and the method of dismissal, plus batter and bowler specials, and they update almost ball by ball. It’s especially good for T20 and The Hundred, where the pace of the game suits quick live betting.
Live streaming is a big plus. You can watch selected cricket matches in the app or on desktop, as long as you have a funded account or have placed a bet in the last 24 hours. Coverage depends on broadcast rights, so don’t expect every England game. It’s strongest on overseas domestic leagues and international fixtures.
Bet Builder lets you combine markets like match winner, top batter and total sixes in one bet. Edit Bet lets you add or remove selections after placing a bet, which is rare among UK bookmakers and useful during long Test matches.
The Top 3 Online Cricket Betting Sites Deep Dive
bet365
First on our list of the top betting sites for Cricket shouldn’t come as a surprise; bet365 is one of the most well-known and well-loved betting platforms for a wide range of sports markets, including horse racing, football, and golf. bet365 is great for cricket betting for several reasons, such as in-play markets, live streaming, top competitive odds, promotions, payment options, and more. When betting at bet365, users can place wagers on various quality cricket events, so be sure to keep an eye out.
| bet365 | ||||
| In-Play | Live Streaming | IPL | World Cup | T20 Events |
| ✅ | Audio & Video | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Betway
Next on our list is Betway. When betting on cricket at Betway, customers will be able to bet on events taking place around the world. Countries with available cricket markets at Betway include India, Pakistan, England, South Africa, Australia, Ireland, and more. Available events consist of T20 tournaments, the World Cup, The Ashes, The Indian Premier League, among others. Betway also offers the option of Virtual Cricket and live betting for those looking to try something a bit different.
| Betway | ||||
| In-Play | Live Streaming | IPL | World Cup | T20 Events |
| ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Betfred
If you are looking for a betting site which stands out for cricket competitions, then Betfred is for you. Customers have the option to bet on some of the following: Indian Premier League, Pakistan Super League, T20 Internationals, ICC Cricket World Cup, The Ashes, ICC T20 World Cup, European Cricket Series, Friendlies ODI, and many more. Customers at Betfred should feel safe and supported thanks to the quality security measures in place and customer support options available. The UKGC also licenses the site.
| Betfred | ||||
| In-Play | Live Streaming | IPL | World Cup | T20 Events |
| ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Criteria of the Best Cricket Betting Sites
We do not expect readers to trust our recommendations blindly, so we have provided the criteria we use to decide the best cricket betting sites.
Cricket Betting Markets
Cricket is a world-renowned sport and is particularly popular in the UK. Because of this, there is a range of betting markets and options available. Our experts expect the best online cricket betting site to offer all, if not most, of these options. Options should include popular events such as the IPL, The Hundred, T20, and the Cricket World Cup betting. In addition, players should be able to place various types of bets; more details can be found later in this article. We also like to see Cricket live streaming and in-play betting markets.
Alternative Sports
As exciting as cricket betting is, it is not always on and can become quite boring if it’s the only option. Due to this, we also ensure that the cricket betting platforms we are recommending also offer plenty of other sports betting markets. This should include popular, niche and speciality options such as football, TV, and golf. We also like to see in-play and live streaming options for these markets. These markets should have the top competitive odds and various ways to bet.
Promotions and Bonuses
One exciting way for users to boost their betting experience online is by claiming promotions and bonuses, which is why all our recommended cricket sportsbooks provide users with a range. Available promotions should include a mixture of the following: welcome offers, VIP rewards, free bets, odds boosts, insurance, market boosts, and more. Promotions should be easy to claim and come with fair and simple-to-understand terms and conditions. Bonuses should be available to new and existing customers on the site.
Payment Methods
While betting online, you will be utilising deposit and withdrawal methods often, so it should be a given that the top sites for cricket betting provide a range of options. Options should include prepaid cards, e-wallets, debit cards, and mobile payment systems. Methods to look out for include Apple Pay, Visa, Mastercard, Skrill, Neteller, PayPal, and Paysafecard, among others. The site is made even better if the payment systems have decent deposit and withdrawal limits and fast transaction speeds.
Customer Support
If you encounter a problem while playing at a top cricket site, you should be able to get help quickly and easily using the range of support options available. We like to see at least three of the following options: live chat, FAQ page, help forum, email, phone number, social media, and postal address. All methods should be quick and easy to use and have a fast, responsive, knowledgeable, and kind support team on the other end.
Mobile Compatibility
Users who enjoy playing on mobile rather than desktop devices will be pleased to learn that this is an important criterion we consider before suggesting a cricket site. The site should be offered on mobile in one of two ways: through mobile internet browsers or dedicated mobile apps, which can be downloaded on iOS or Android devices. Each mobile version should boast the same great features as the desktop site and be easy to use with top-quality graphics.
Security and Licence
The safety of bettors is of the utmost priority to our experts, which is why it is also a top priority of the sites we recommend. All cricket betting sites on our list are licensed by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), as UK gambling laws require. In addition to this, the sites also implement a vast number of security measures to ensure that customers and their information are protected. Measures include eCOGRA checks, fair gaming testing, SSL encryption, and two-factor authentication.
Live Cricket Betting UK
Betting on cricket is fun on its own, but one way in which users can make the experience even more enjoyable is by making use of the live streaming feature offered at some of the top cricket sites. This feature allows users to watch cricket in real time. In addition, users can also place bets in real time, which is known as in-play betting. This feature is particularly great as it allows users to place more educated bets based on how the match is going and how individual players perform.
Common Cricket Betting Markets
Below, we have listed and explained the most common betting options you’ll find when placing bets on cricket.
- Method of Dismissal: A bet on how the next batsman will be dismissed.
- Total Wickets (Over/Under): Whether the total wickets during a match (or innings) will be over or under a specified number.
- Toss Winner: Which team will win the coin toss.
- Bowler Wickets (Over/Under): If a bowler is expected to take more or fewer wickets than set by the bookmaker.
- Match Winner: Wager on which team will win the match.
- Run Rate: Average number of runs scored by a team during a match or innings.
- Sixes (Over/Under): Whether the total number of sixes will be over or under the number set by the bookie.
- Player of the Match: Who will be the player of the match.
- Batter Runs (Over/Under): Place a wager on whether a batter’s score is over or under the bookie’s predetermined amount.
- Top Bowler: The bowler who will make the most wickets.
- Total Runs (Over/Under): Predict whether the number of runs will be over or under the set value.
- Top Batsman: Bet which batter will score the most runs in a match.
Best Cricket Betting Apps for 2026
Many of the cricket betting sites on our list also offer their services via mobile apps or mobile internet browsers, and we have detailed what options are available for your convenience. Keep reading to find the best cricket betting app and mobile site for you.
| Sportsbook: | Mobile Browsers: | iOS App: | Android App: |
| bet365 | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Betway | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Betfred | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| LiveScore Bet | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| William Hill | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Tote | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Responsible Gambling
Betting at online cricket sportsbooks is fun, as you can tell from this article, but it is vital that we also stress the importance of responsible gambling. Gambling can be addictive, so it’s essential always to ensure that you are in control of your habits and can adjust and manage worrying behaviour. Be aware of the tools available to you and consistently implement a budget.
Here are some resources that can help you:
- National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133
- GamCare: https://www.gamcare.org.uk
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
Do all betting sites offer cricket markets?
Although we can’t guarantee that all betting sites offer cricket markets, as there are so many, the majority will.
Are there many cricket betting offers available?
Many betting sites offer promotions for cricket, including the ones on our list.
Can I watch cricket events live at online betting sites?
Yes! Many betting sites offer live streaming for cricket.
Do many cricket betting sites offer apps?
Most cricket betting sites will offer apps, and some of the sites on our list are great examples.
City AM is committed to responsible gambling. Please gamble responsibly and only bet what you can afford. To gain help, support and advice for a person struggling with gambling, contact the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133. If you are worried about your gambling or that of a friend visit gambleaware.org.
Evelyn Partners Padel Cup 2026: Smash hit City tournament set to return
The Evelyn Partners Padel Cup is back next month, when top City of London firms will vie for the title on a day of coaching clinics, camaraderie and competition.
City firms are no stranger to friendly competition, although usually it involves trading floors, pitch decks and spreadsheets. Next month they will be doing battle in an altogether different context: the fast-growing and frenetic world of padel.
The Evelyn Partners Padel Cup, which sees mixed teams from some of the Square Mile’s most recognisable businesses do battle, is back to build on the success of its inaugural staging last year and will return to Padium – the high-end, purpose-built padel club in Canary Wharf – on 15 October.
Teams already confirmed to take part in the corporate contest come from banking, financial services, law, insurance and beyond and include Coutts, Deloitte, KPMG, Howden, Irwin Mitchelll and Russell-Cooke.
Naturally, Evelyn Partners will also be entering again and aiming to build on last year’s fifth-placed finish. Such is the appetite to play at the wealth manager that it has been holding internal try-outs in recent weeks to whittle down the final four-person line-up.
The entertainment doesn’t stop when the prizes have been handed out, however, with a dedicated evening programme for those who can’t make the daytime tournament – or simply wish to extend the day.
The evening programme is set to feature coaching clinics with professional padel players, for those looking to try the sport for the first time or hone their racket skills, as well as special guest speakers from the world of sport and exhibition matches.
Evelyn Partners Padel Cup taps into rapid growth of sport
It’s designed to be a day of good-natured rivalry and networking, with food and drink laid on too, all centred around a sport that has exploded in popularity both in the UK and around the world over the last few years.
Globally, the number of padel courts has rocketed from 10,000 to 80,000 since 2019, while the number of active padel players has mushroomed from some 12m, mostly in the sport’s heartlands of South America and Spain, to 35m worldwide.
As Londoners will know, the UK has been at the forefront of this extraordinary growth – in the same period, the number of courts has gone from a few dozen to 2,000, while the number of players has accelerated from 15,000 to 1m at the last count.
Allied with the sport’s accessibility and gender-equal appeal – it has a low barrier to entry, skills-wise, while its more common doubles format makes it ideally suited to mixed matches – it’s an ideal tentpole for an event.
“Padel is one of the most exciting growth stories in sport right now and it embodies many of our values – partnership, performance and a forward-looking mindset,” said Evelyn Partners’ head of growth, Rachael Smith.
“Through the Evelyn Partners Padel Cup we’re able to bring together leading City firms in a one-of-a-kind inclusive tournament that’s rising in popularity year on year.”
What to expect at this year’s event
If last year’s event is anything to go by, the standard is likely to be good and the competition fierce. As well as Evelyn Partners, the inaugural field included PwC, Clifford Chance, EY, Macfarlanes, Oliver Wyman, Howden and Weatherbys Private Bank.
Specialist tour operator Padel Travel X eventually lifted the cup, beating EY in the final, with a Laureus team that featured England rugby star Anthony Watson making it to the semi-finals. In the plate, which featured teams who lost their opening match, Oliver Wyman prevailed over a City AM team that battled gamely.
This year’s tournament has been slimmed down slightly from 16 teams to 12 to ensure more concentrated playing time. Aside from aforementioned teams, it will also feature new entrants HCR Law and management consultants Elixirr.
Speakers are set to include Saracens stars Alex Goode and Max Malins, while among the professionals on hand to dish out tips and put on an exhibition of outrageous hitting will be Rafa Vega, Abigail Tordoff, Victoria Nicholas and Alex Loughlan. Game on!
Win VIP tickets to the Evelyn Partners Padel Cup! Winners will enjoy coaching clinics with GB professionals, thrilling exhibition matches, exceptional hospitality and inspiring guest speakers from the world of sport. Prize draw closes at 5pm on 7 October 2026.
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The Only AI Crypto Lead Prioritization Solution Built With Law Enforcement, for Law Enforcement: Elliptic Launches Pulse
Elliptic, the global leader in on-chain risk, today launched Pulse. Pulse puts crypto lead prioritization directly in the hands of every frontline law enforcement and government officer.
Crypto now touches every part of law enforcement, from the patrol officer on the street to the detective assigned to investigate the case. Pulse gives each of them a quick, accurate financial summary and a starting point: whether that’s a crypto address on a suspect’s phone, in a scam ATM victim’s receipt, uncovered during a vehicle or pocket search, or found at the scene of an overdose, an arrest, or a seizure.
An officer can input anything that looks like a wallet address or transaction hash. Pulse identifies it, reasons over the result, and returns a summary in plain language, enough for the officer to decide on the spot whether the case needs escalation.
If a case needs further investigation, one click sends the full analysis forward, not just the evidence. The criminal investigations division gets the summary, the reasoning behind it, and the officer’s field notes, tagged with a case number. This flows straight into Elliptic Lens for screening and Investigator for forensic tracing, or into the workflow the team already uses. The detective picking it up doesn’t need to be a blockchain specialist either. Pulse already managed the analysis.
“We built Pulse because we see crypto across every law enforcement agency now, not just specialized units. It gives front line officers an instant result in plain language, so they can make faster decisions in the field,” said Jackson Hull, CTO, Elliptic.
Every decision runs on the same intelligence behind Elliptic’s investigator-grade platform: over 99% of crypto trading volume screened, 68+ blockchains covered, 70+ actor categories scored against every wallet.
Government agencies and law enforcement are running into digital assets during routine operations. Pulse puts crypto expertise in every officer’s hands, turning that split-second call into a seizure made in the field, so agencies can help victims fast.
Built to the Elliptic Standard
Pulse is built to the Elliptic Standard, the framework Elliptic published in September for governing agentic AI in on-chain risk.
Exceptional data quality. Every summary runs on the attributed intelligence Elliptic has built since 2013, not raw chain data: over 99% of trading volume screened, 65+ blockchains, 70+ actor categories. Intelligence good enough to act on in the moment, not just to reconstruct events later.
Model transparency and validation. No black box. Every summary shows the evidence behind it: the rules that triggered, the entities detected, the exposure and the flow of funds, with a plain-English summary of what it means. The officer sees why, not just what.
Human oversight by design. Pulse informs the officer’s decision, it does not make it. It flags any illicit activity and points to the specialist team when a case needs to go further. The officer decides what happens next, and accountability stays with them.
Empowering the law enforcement professionals of the future. Pulse is built for the officer who is not a crypto specialist and never needs to become one. Training is built into the product, the summary is delivered in plain language, and the judgement stays with the person in the field.
Pulse is available now for law enforcement and government agencies. To learn more, agencies can contact government@elliptic.co.
Learn more about Pulse here.
About Elliptic
Elliptic is the global leader in on-chain risk, powering real-time compliance at agentic speed. Built for compliance from day one, our platform delivers the most comprehensive blockchain data and intelligence in the industry, combining unrivaled coverage, accuracy, and uptime so that exacting organizations can manage risk, achieve compliance, and power their intelligence operations with confidence.
Founded in 2013, Elliptic is headquartered in London with offices in New York, Washington, D.C., Miami, Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Tokyo. To learn more, visit www.elliptic.co and follow us on LinkedIn and X.
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Contact
Media contact: Rachel Matthews
Global Marketing and Communications Director, Elliptic
rachel.matthews@elliptic.co