Live betting — also called in-play or in-running wagering — is one of the fastest-growing segments of the Australian online betting market, and TABtouch stands at the forefront with one of the country's most comprehensive real-time platforms. TABtouch's live in-play betting service allows registered Australian customers to place bets on sporting events while they are actively in progress, with odds updating in real time as the action on the field develops. Whether it's a last-quarter comeback in AFL, a bowling collapse in a T20 cricket match, or a match point in a Grand Slam tennis final, live betting puts you in the action from the first minute to the last.
How Live In-Play Betting Works
Unlike pre-match betting where you place your wager before the event starts, in-play betting allows you to observe the initial phases of a match and use what you see to inform your bet. This skill-based element distinguishes sharp live bettors from passive ones. For example, if an AFL match sees the favourite start slowly in the first quarter despite the opposition's early lead, sharp bettors might recognise the favourite's underlying statistical dominance and take their win market at an inflated price. TABtouch makes this possible by keeping its in-play markets open throughout most of the game, with only brief suspension periods during goals or major play stoppages required by ACMA regulations. Learn more about the fundamentals on our how to bet guide.
Cash Out — Take Control of Your Bet
One of the defining features of TABtouch's live betting platform is the Cash Out function. Available on selected pre-match and in-play markets, Cash Out allows you to settle your bet at any point before the event concludes — accepting the current market value of your wager as an immediate payout. If your selection is winning comfortably with 10 minutes remaining, you can lock in a certain profit rather than risk the match situation changing. Conversely, if your selection is losing but not yet mathematically eliminated, you might cash out for a small recovery rather than lose the full stake. Cash Out values update continuously alongside the live odds and are accessible from the My Bets panel in both the website and TABtouch mobile app.
Live AFL Betting — Australia's Biggest Market
AFL in-play betting is the single biggest live betting market in Australia by volume, and TABtouch's AFL coverage is unmatched. Bettors can access match winner markets, line (handicap) betting, total scores, quarter-by-quarter markets, player disposal tallies and goal-scorer markets — all updating in real time as the match progresses across four quarters. Games suspend betting during goal reviews and other official stoppages, as required by Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) regulations. Between quarters, all markets remain live. TABtouch's market update infrastructure ensures odds reflect the current live score and game state within milliseconds of receiving official data feeds from AFL HQ. Combine live AFL bets with pre-match sports markets for a multi-bet across same-day fixtures.
Live Cricket Betting — Ball-by-Ball Action
Cricket offers uniquely dynamic in-play betting opportunities because the market shifts dramatically with every delivery, wicket or boundary. TABtouch's live cricket markets cover Big Bash League (BBL) T20s, domestic one-day matches, and all international fixtures involving Australia. In T20 matches, bettors can access the current match winner (team markets), total runs in the next over, next wicket method, top batsman and total boundaries. For Test matches with five days of play, the match winner market fluctuates across the full duration as session results alter the momentum. TABtouch's cricket in-play trading team is one of the most experienced in the Australian market, with fast, accurate odds that respect the nuances of each format. Check current TABtouch promotions for live cricket special offers during major series.
Responsible In-Play Betting
Live betting moves fast and the immediacy of in-play action can make it harder to maintain disciplined bankroll management. TABtouch provides specific responsible gambling tools for in-play bettors including session time alerts, live betting stake counts and the ability to exclude yourself from in-play markets specifically while remaining able to bet pre-match. The TABtouch Australia platform also supports a 24-hour break from all betting accessed from the account settings menu. If you find in-play betting is increasing in frequency beyond your comfort level, contact Gambling Help on 1800 858 858 — free, confidential, 24/7 support is available to all Australians.
