Cricket Guru is the #1 Discord bot for cricket fans, offering real-time match scores and a deep team-building simulation game.
Think of it as FIFA Ultimate Team but for Cricket. You collect real-world players (from legends like Sachin Tendulkar to modern stars like Virat Kohli), build your dream Playing XI, and battle other users. It also serves as a live score ticker for IPL and international matches, making it essential for cricket communities.
🏏 History: Filling the Void
- Developer: Created by Divyansh and team.
- The Goal: While football (soccer) had many bots, cricket was underrepresented on Discord. Cricket Guru was built to give millions of fans a way to simulate the sport they love.
- Growth: It exploded in popularity during IPL seasons, now serving tens of thousands of servers.
⚙️ Core Mechanics: Build, Trade, Win
The game loop is strategic and addictive.
1. Scouting & Drafting
- Drop: You claim free player cards periodically.
- Rarity: Players have different ratings based on their real-life performance. Getting a “Legend” card is a massive flex.
2. Team Management (The Strategy)
You are the captain. You must select your Playing XI.
- Balance: You can’t just pick 11 batsmen. You need a balanced mix of Batsmen, Bowlers, and All-Rounders to win simulations.
3. Matches & Economy
- Versus: Challenge other users (cg!play @User). The bot simulates a match based on your team’s stats.
- Market: Trade players or buy them from the global market using “Purse” (in-game currency).
💻 Essential Command List
The default prefix is cg! or cg.
🏏 Gameplay
| Command | Description |
| cg!start (or debut) | The First Command. Creates your account and starter team. |
| cg!play @User | Challenges a user to a match. |
| cg!toss | Flips a coin (crucial for choosing Batting/Bowling). |
| cg!bowlout @User | Plays a “Bowl Out” mini-game (like a penalty shootout). |
👥 Management
| Command | Description |
| cg!squad | Shows all your players. |
| cg!xi | Shows your current Starting 11. |
| cg!swap [ID1] [ID2] | Swaps a player from the bench to the main team. |
| cg!drop | Claims a new player card (Cooldown applies). |
💰 Economy
| Command | Description |
| cg!bal | Checks your money (Purse). |
| cg!shop | Opens the player market. |
| cg!daily | Claims daily rewards. |
📡 Live Info
| Command | Description |
| cg!score | Shows live scores of ongoing real-world matches. |
| cg!live | Lists current live matches. |
🚀 Setup Tutorial: How to Win Your First Match
Step 1: Debut
Type cg!start. You will get a starter pack of players.
Step 2: Fix Your XI (Crucial)
Your starter team is auto-filled, but it might be weak.
- Type cg!squad to see your bench. Look for high-rated players.
- Type cg!xi to see who is playing.
- Use cg!swap [ID] [ID] to replace a low-rated player with your star player.
Step 3: Play a Match
Challenge the bot or a friend.
- Type cg!play @User.
- If you win the toss, choose Bat or Bowl based on your team’s strength.
- Watch the commentary log as the match simulates.
❓ FAQ: Strategy & Troubleshooting
Q: I keep losing matches.
A: Check your Team Balance.
If you have 11 batsmen and 0 bowlers, you will lose. Ensure you have at least 4-5 good bowlers in your XI. Also, try to get All-Rounders—they are valuable because they contribute to both scores.
Q: How do I get Legend cards?
A: Luck or Market.
- Drops: Keep using cg!drop every time the cooldown resets.
- Market: Save up your currency (cg!bal) and buy specific players from other users who are selling them.
Q: Can I see live IPL scores?
A: Yes.
Type cg!score during a match. It will show the current score, run rate, and batsmen at the crease.
Q: What is a “Bowl Out”?
A: A Mini-Game.
It is like a penalty shootout in football. You choose a direction/number, and if the opponent guesses wrong (or right, depending on the version), you hit the stumps. It is a quick way to settle disputes without playing a full match.
🌟 Admin Tip: Tournament Mode
Cricket Guru is perfect for server tournaments.
- Format: Create a bracket.
- Rules: “Best of 3” matches using cg!play.
- Prize: The winner gets a special Discord role or in-game currency (if you facilitate a trade).
Next Step for You: Invite Cricket Guru, type cg!start, and build your dream XI today!