In the world of online sports betting, live betting is becoming increasingly popular, as bettors can place wagers on different selections as the sport plays out. Due to the rise in popularity, BOYLE Sports has created a hub to find all sports that are happening right now, allowing users to bet across football, tennis, darts and much more.
In this section, users can find live betting odds across over 90 different sports, and you can wager in real time as action unfolds from your favourite events. Here, we are going to take a dive into what in-play betting is, how to place these bets and the available markets that can be utilised.
What is In-Play Betting?
With live in-play betting, you can bet on events after the match has already begun. For example, you could place a bet on a football match 30 minutes into the game, or you could bet on a tennis match after the first set. The dynamic live odds will change in real time in line with the action on the pitch, track or court. This differs completely from pre-match betting, such as traditional football betting, where the odds are set before the event begins and closed once it starts.
Live markets remain open throughout the contest, with the odds updating following key events, whether that be a goal in football, points scored in cricket or a break of serve in a tennis match.
How to Place In-Play Bets
Similar to most other betting markets at BOYLE Sports, it is very simple to use live betting odds across a variety of sports. Whether you are into football in-play betting or you are looking for different events, all the markets can be found here.
Step 1: Log in to your BOYLE Sports account
Step 2: Navigate to the In-Play section and select the live event you want to bet on
Step 3: Choose your market from the live odds, enter your stake and confirm your bet
It is important to place your live bets at the right time, as the odds are constantly changing throughout the market. Every second could change the odds dramatically, as teams could score or players could get injured.
What are Popular Live Bets?
As there are plenty of ways to place live bets, there are some markets that are particularly popular compared to others. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular ways that you can place these live bets:
1. Match result - Whether you are placing bets on football or darts, you can place a match result bet, meaning you are backing one of the results of the game. These bets usually come with three options, which are either of the teams winning or the game ending in a tie.
2. Both Teams to Score - This is popular as bettors can see how the match is unfolding, and if both teams are playing well, this bet could be valuable. However, the odds will drop drastically if one of the teams scores, meaning it is worth placing this bet when neither side has scored.
3. Player Bets - Seen in Cricket in-play betting and other types of team sports, player bets are dependent on a certain player fulfilling an outcome. For example, you could bet on a footballer to make a foul. This is popular throughout live betting, as bettors can see how players are performing and what is likely to happen.
What are the Most Popular Live Betting Markets?
In-play betting brings dynamic betting into the market, as you can react live to events that are happening in real time. Here are some of the most popular betting markets available at BOYLE Sports when it comes to live betting.
1. Football - Bet live on football with popular markets including Next Team to Score and Match Result on all competitions from Premier League betting to World Cup betting.
2. Horse Racing - Our horse racing betting means you can bet race by race on all UK and Irish races as they happen, with popular markets including win and place bets.
3. Tennis - Users can bet on our tennis in-play markets across all Grand Slams and major ATP and WTA tour events.
4. Cricket - Choose cricket live betting markets such as next wicket and top bowler across T20, One Day Internationals, Test Cricket and the Hundred.
In-Play Betting Tips
When taking part in in-play betting, it is important to know what you are doing to make sure you make the most of these types of bets. First, it can be important to watch the action, as spectating the game can help you see the momentum and how it shifts through the game. This can give you the edge if you place the bets at the right time.
Live data is essential when placing live wagers to see if you can spot a dominant team or a momentum shift. Some key data points to look out for are expected goals in football, serve percentage in tennis, passing yards in American football, and bowling strike rate in Cricket.
Finally, when live betting at BOYLE Sports, we offer a cash-out option on most running bets. Try to use this strategically to your advantage to either lock in a profit or to minimise your losses before the event is over.
Bet on Live Sports at BOYLE Sports
Betting live on your favourite sports completely changes the dynamics of the sports betting market and is an opportunity to put your knowledge to the test. With markets across 92 different sports, BOYLE Sports is a great place to place live bets.
If you are looking for different live markets, BOYLE Sports is also home to baseball in-play betting and table tennis in-play betting markets.
Live In-Play Betting FAQs
What does ‘In-Play’ Mean in Betting?
In-play betting means that the event you are betting on is currently happening in real time. Whether it be a football match or a horse race, in-play betting means the selection is live.
What are the Risks of In-Play Betting?
As live odds can change quickly, there can be moments when you place a bet that looks likely to happen, but the outcome of the event quickly changes. For example, if you bet on a team to win and they receive a red card after, the bet may be less likely to come true, and the bet's odds will lengthen.
What is the Cash Out Feature?
The cash-out feature allows bettors to end their bet early, with a return being offered to them by the bookmaker. This cash-out will be lower than the original bet return, but it is something that users can take advantage of if they think their bet will not be successful in the entire fixture.
