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In-Play Betting Guide

In-play betting is the same thing as live betting, bets placed after an event has started. Here's how to approach it without burning your bankroll.

The basics

  1. Only bet on sports you watch. Live betting rewards information processing. If you're not watching, you're gambling blind.
  2. Use smaller stakes than pre-match. Live odds move fast and variance is higher.
  3. Have the stream open, not just the scorecard. Operators' stats update on delay.
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