Responsible gaming
Play for fun, not for income
Fantasy cricket should stay entertainment. Here's how to keep it that way, and where to get help.
Three rules before you play
1
Set the budget first
Decide what you can afford to lose this week, in rupees, before you open the app. Everything else fits inside that number.
2
Know what you control
Picking a team is a decision. The outcome of a match is not, and no tip or pattern changes that.
3
Stop on your rule, not your mood
Choose when you will stop while you are calm, and keep to it when you are not.
Warning signs
- Spending more than you planned, or borrowing to play
- Chasing losses with bigger entries
- Hiding how much you play from family or friends
- Feeling anxious or irritable when you are not playing
- Thinking of fantasy contests as a way to earn money
If any of these sound familiar, take a break. Use any deposit limits or self-exclusion options the platform offers, and talk to someone you trust.
Getting support
In India, Tele-MANAS offers free mental-health support on 14416. Elsewhere, contact your local health service or a gambling-support organisation.