betting basics

Underlay

When the odds offered are lower than the true probability suggests, meaning the bet offers no value and favours the bookmaker.

Definition

When the odds offered are lower than the true probability suggests, meaning the bet offers no value and favours the bookmaker.

Example

A team with a true probability of 30% priced at implied 38% is an underlay — avoid it.

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