DNB in cricket has two primary meanings, depending on the context. It can either refer to a player's batting status or a type of sports bet.
DNB as "Did Not Bat"
In a cricketing context, DNB stands for "Did Not Bat".
- This term is used in a scorecard to indicate that a particular player was part of the team but did not have an opportunity to bat during that innings.
- This could be because the batting innings concluded before their turn came or because they were not required to bat.
- For example, if the first 9 batsmen score the required runs, then the remaining 2 batsmen would have "DNB" next to their names on the scorecards.
DNB as "Draw No Bet"
In sports betting, particularly cricket betting, DNB means "Draw No Bet".
- This type of bet offers a degree of security to the bettor.
- If the match ends in a draw or tie, the stake of the bet is returned to the bettor.
- This is in contrast to standard match winner bets, where a draw typically results in the loss of the bet.
- If you bet on "Team A to win" in a match with "Draw No Bet", and Team A wins, you win the bet.
- If the match ends in a draw/tie, you get your stake money back.
- If Team B wins, you lose your bet.
| Meaning | Context |
|---|---|
| Did Not Bat (DNB) | Cricket Scorecard |
| Draw No Bet (DNB) | Sports Betting |
