Play it safe

Responsible Gaming

Pitch Report is here to make cricket more fun to follow. The moment it stops being fun, it is time to step back. Here is how to keep things in a healthy place.

Keep it fun

Following cricket, reading a pitch and testing your judgement should feel like entertainment, not pressure. If you ever notice the fun draining out of it, treat that as a signal to pause. Nothing about a game is worth losing sleep over.

Set your own limits

A few simple habits keep things sensible:

  • Decide in advance what you are willing to spend, and stick to it.
  • Only ever use money you can comfortably afford to lose.
  • Set a time limit as well as a money limit, and honour both.
  • Never try to win back a loss by staking more. Chasing losses is how small problems grow.
  • Take regular breaks, and keep other parts of life front and centre.

Warning signs to watch for

It helps to know the signs that things are sliding. Be honest with yourself if you notice any of these:

  • Spending more time or money than you planned.
  • Betting to escape stress or low moods.
  • Hiding how much you play from people close to you.
  • Borrowing money or falling behind on bills to keep going.
  • Feeling anxious, guilty or irritable about your play.

If any of that sounds familiar, please reach out for support. Talking to someone early makes a real difference.

Tools that help you stay in control

Most licensed betting operators offer deposit limits, time-out periods and self-exclusion options. Use them without hesitation โ€” they exist precisely for this. Setting a limit is a sign of good sense, not weakness.

Under 18s

Pitch Report is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. If you are under 18, this content is not for you. We also encourage parents to use device-level parental controls and content filters to keep gambling material away from minors.

Where to get help

If you or someone you know needs support, these organisations offer free, confidential help:

  • BeGambleAware โ€” begambleaware.org
  • GamCare โ€” gamcare.org.uk
  • Gamblers Anonymous โ€” gamblersanonymous.org
  • Gambling Therapy โ€” gamblingtherapy.org

Reaching out is a strong move, not a last resort. Support is there whenever you want it.

We are here too

If you would like to talk to us about limiting or closing your account, message us on WhatsApp or use the contact page. We will handle it quietly and without any fuss.