Fantasy cricket is fun, fast-paced, and full of potential—especially on a feature-rich platform like RadhaExchange. But if you’re just getting started, there are some common traps that can ruin your game (and your wallet) before you even begin.

In this blog, we’ll break down the top mistakes new fantasy users make—and how you can avoid them to build winning teams right from Day 1.

❌ 1. Picking Players Based on Popularity, Not Performance

Many users blindly pick big-name players like Rohit Sharma or Virat Kohli—even when they’re out of form.

✅ Pro Tip:
Use RadhaExchange’s form tracker and pick players with consistent points in recent matches, regardless of their fame.

❌ 2. Ignoring Toss and Playing XI

Final teams are announced 30 minutes before the match. If you select a player who isn’t playing, you’ll score zero from that spot.

✅ Pro Tip:
Always finalize your team after the toss using RadhaExchange’s real-time playing XI updates.

❌ 3. Making Your Captain/Vice-Captain Decision Too Quickly

Captains earn 2x points, and vice-captains get 1.5x—so their performance matters most.

✅ Pro Tip:

• Choose all-rounders or in-form batters as captain
• Avoid high-risk captain picks unless playing in mega contests

❌ 4. Copying Someone Else’s Team

Copy-paste strategies rarely work because:

• They don’t account for real-time match conditions
• You won’t learn how to build your own strategy

✅ Pro Tip:
Use player stats, pitch reports, and RadhaExchange previews to build your own logic-based team.

❌ 5. Not Checking the Weather or Pitch Conditions

A spinner might dominate on a dry pitch, while a pacer could shine in swing-friendly conditions.

✅ Pro Tip:
Always check the weather and pitch report section in RadhaExchange’s match preview before finalizing picks.

❌ 6. Playing Mega Contests Without a Strategy

Many beginners jump into mega contests hoping to win big—but these require smart differentials and calculated risks.

✅ Pro Tip:
Start with small leagues (2–10 players) and build experience before competing in mega leagues.

❌ 7. Ignoring Fantasy Points Rules

Each fantasy platform has its own scoring system. Points for economy rate, strike rate, catches, bonus runs—these vary.

✅ Pro Tip:
Study RadhaExchange’s Fantasy Points System to get the most out of each pick.

❌ 8. Betting All Your Money on One Contest

Fantasy is a skill + strategy game—not a lottery. If you go “all in” on one match, you’re taking unnecessary risk.

✅ Pro Tip:
Split your budget over multiple contests. Try different team combinations and formats.

✅ Bonus: Use RadhaExchange Tools to Your Advantage

RadhaExchange offers:

• Real-time data
• Player comparison
• Match condition previews
• Transparent leaderboard tracking

Use these features to outplay the competition.

🏁 Final Words

Fantasy cricket can be thrilling—but only if you play smart. By avoiding these common beginner mistakes and using the tools RadhaExchange offers, you’ll level up your game faster and start seeing real wins.

👉 Sign up or log in and create your first smart fantasy team today!