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Quote from: 2double0 on October 24, 2021, 04:22:23 PM

It should depend on the performance of both teams.
One of my known persons told me that India will win the match against Pakistan and India was favorite while Pakistan was underdog in people's eyes. I watched the game where India was struggling to save their wickets and make good runs while Pakistan managed to win with a zero wicket. This proves that sometimes, underdogs can also beat good teams and turn the game on their side.

I hope you didn't lose too much money on this bet. I bet on India too, because India is a big favorite of this T20 World Cup and a very interesting promotion is currently running on Stake : if your selection scores 180+ runs, you will be paid out as a winner even if it loses. Unfortunately India didn't score 180 runs and loses the game while being favorite @1.45 on Stake.

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Quote from: cabron on October 23, 2021, 11:12:20 PM

I'm not sure if this had been asked before. This is just an example of some odds that I saw recently Fighter A (1.30) vs Fighter B (3.65). With this obviously, Fighter A is the people's champ and Fighter B is the underdog.

Regardless of who is bigger and undefeated record, let's say you have no idea who these fighters are because the names can't even be read like Ulshrkubyki vs Ykwehgyfvbh. If you only have $10 left in your sports betting account, would you go for the champ which you can only earn $3, or go for the underdog which if he got lucky can triple your money?

It's only $10 might as well risk it's a gamble because I don't know if the underdog can pull an upset and the favorite has experienced losing to an underdog before, but if it's a big amount let's say $100 I don't think I will bet to the underdog I prefer a small winning and bet the favorite to win the fight, I can only risk on a small amount but not on a big amount.

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Quote from: cabron on October 23, 2021, 11:12:20 PM

I'm not sure if this had been asked before. This is just an example of some odds that I saw recently Fighter A (1.30) vs Fighter B (3.65). With this obviously, Fighter A is the people's champ and Fighter B is the underdog.

Regardless of who is bigger and undefeated record, let's say you have no idea who these fighters are because the names can't even be read like Ulshrkubyki vs Ykwehgyfvbh. If you only have $10 left in your sports betting account, would you go for the champ which you can only earn $3, or go for the underdog which if he got lucky can triple your money?

I don't know about others but 9 out of 10 times for me, I'm always going to go for the favorites of any given clash. This has been my strategy from the onset and it works out sometimes. other times, not so great because you tend to lose more considering you have to increase bet amount in order to make tangible returns should the bet go your way but if it's the other way round, you stand a chance to lose much more.

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Quote from: Stalker22 on October 24, 2021, 12:05:46 PM

I would never go for a bet before evaluating all the information available.
Having said that, the underdog bet is something I love and would never miss an opportunity to back the underdog and that can be applied to all sports events including UFC. When it comes to the underdog it all boils down to the information you have and what you expect to see out of your favorite fighters. You also need to know who you have to beat. The bigger the names, the harder the challenge for the underdog.

Yep, you just don't go with underdog just because of the odds. If you're playing YOLO that's much likely but if you still want to have some higher chance of betting with the underdog then you need to gather information needed if there's a chance that the underdog can win.
I do agree about having your information and it's like verifying first before betting since we're not all have that unlimited bankroll to bet as usual with the underdogs.

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Quote from: Stalker22 on October 24, 2021, 12:05:46 PM

I would never go for a bet before evaluating all the information available.
Having said that, the underdog bet is something I love and would never miss an opportunity to back the underdog and that can be applied to all sports events including UFC. When it comes to the underdog it all boils down to the information you have and what you expect to see out of your favorite fighters. You also need to know who you have to beat. The bigger the names, the harder the challenge for the underdog.

exactly! you will have confidence betting on the underdog if you are very familiar with his track record. but if you are just betting because of the odds presented by the bookies, you will likely lose. because most of the time bookies chose the underdog for a reason. of course, bookies want to have their edge here so they are giving higher odds for the person or team who is likely to lose.
but if you know that athlete is very prepared and has very good chance to win even if he is underdog, you can easily place bet on him. so yes, it is the knowledge that you have who you will finally bet on this.

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It should depend on the performance of both teams.
One of my known persons told me that India will win the match against Pakistan and India was favorite while Pakistan was underdog in people's eyes. I watched the game where India was struggling to save their wickets and make good runs while Pakistan managed to win with a zero wicket. This proves that sometimes, underdogs can also beat good teams and turn the game on their side.

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Quote from: cabron on October 23, 2021, 11:12:20 PM

I'm not sure if this had been asked before. This is just an example of some odds that I saw recently Fighter A (1.30) vs Fighter B (3.65). With this obviously, Fighter A is the people's champ and Fighter B is the underdog.

Regardless of who is bigger and undefeated record, let's say you have no idea who these fighters are because the names can't even be read like Ulshrkubyki vs Ykwehgyfvbh. If you only have $10 left in your sports betting account, would you go for the champ which you can only earn $3, or go for the underdog which if he got lucky can triple your money?

If fighter B odds are 3.65 it means this fighter has less than one chance out of three to win while his opponent fighter A has more than tree chances out of four to win. Then if your bank roll is very low and about to be wiped out, you are more likely to go bankrupt by betting on the underdog than on the favorite.

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Quote from: cabron on October 23, 2021, 11:12:20 PM

I'm not sure if this had been asked before. This is just an example of some odds that I saw recently Fighter A (1.30) vs Fighter B (3.65). With this obviously, Fighter A is the people's champ and Fighter B is the underdog.

Regardless of who is bigger and undefeated record, let's say you have no idea who these fighters are because the names can't even be read like Ulshrkubyki vs Ykwehgyfvbh. If you only have $10 left in your sports betting account, would you go for the champ which you can only earn $3, or go for the underdog which if he got lucky can triple your money?

The odd difference determines how much of an underdog fighter B is. Now, with that example I guess fighter B stands not so little chances of winning and that also depends on how he fight and his possible advantages against the favourite.
You can't just throw your money to a fighter without checking how he fight first. We have YouTube for easy access and check both fighters first.
Regardless of how small your winnings is as long as you're comfortable with betting to the favourite then that's always better than lossing a bet to an underdog.

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Quote from: cabron on October 23, 2021, 11:12:20 PM

I'm not sure if this had been asked before. This is just an example of some odds that I saw recently Fighter A (1.30) vs Fighter B (3.65). With this obviously, Fighter A is the people's champ and Fighter B is the underdog.

Regardless of who is bigger and undefeated record, let's say you have no idea who these fighters are because the names can't even be read like Ulshrkubyki vs Ykwehgyfvbh. If you only have $10 left in your sports betting account, would you go for the champ which you can only earn $3, or go for the underdog which if he got lucky can triple your money?

If you aren't sure who you want to bet because of uncertainty and confusion or lack of knowledge, I think you better choose the best option which is the people's favorite. But if I were you, I wouldn't want to waste my money like that even if it's $10, sooner or later you might wanna see yourself again in a situation like that but the difference is you're not betting $10 but instead even bigger than that.

What your decision today might affect your decision tomorrow so, instead of gambling like wasting money. You better wait for the right opportunity in which you could earn surely because you already know who's going to win. Be money-wise always and you might see what's the result of what you were doing in the long run.

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Quote from: cabron on October 23, 2021, 11:12:20 PM

I'm not sure if this had been asked before. This is just an example of some odds that I saw recently Fighter A (1.30) vs Fighter B (3.65). With this obviously, Fighter A is the people's champ and Fighter B is the underdog.

Regardless of who is bigger and undefeated record, let's say you have no idea who these fighters are because the names can't even be read like Ulshrkubyki vs Ykwehgyfvbh. If you only have $10 left in your sports betting account, would you go for the champ which you can only earn $3, or go for the underdog which if he got lucky can triple your money?

This actually depends on the capital and the money that I am willing to bet on.

Obviously, if I were to bet between to fighters in which I have no recollection or knowledge about their previous records, the obvious answer here would be the person who has the higher odds. I mean, what would be the difference? I know nothing so might as well bet on the person who has the higher odds.

My answer would be different if I were to risk an amount which is considered high. But if we are talking only about less than $50, I would bet everything to the underdog.

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Quote from: Rruchi man on October 23, 2021, 11:48:38 PM

First if you are not certain about the Fighters, you do your research and check statistics from their very recent encounters, before you place your bet. You check their preparations for the encounter. Fighter A the champ may just be an overhyped fighter with old glory, who may loose as a result of underestimating the underdog, who in some cases train very hard and when they are out to fight, you see the hunger in them to win. I am a risk take plus I like big wins, i may decide to risk it and bet on the underdog knowing a win will bring big profit.

How about in scenerios where the underdog has no statistics probably because he hasn't had a fight and that was his fight appearance on the rig?

What if after checking on the statistics of both players and you end up in a surprise package where the underdog comes in well prepared with even advanced tactics. Although most games are easy to predict but don't be ignorant that it's not the strong that wins most times but the most skilled. For me I would just follow my own instinct which ever my heart settles for I bet on.

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I see what you're getting at here, but I guess it all depends on yourself..can you afford to lose that $10 bucks? I know ten bucks to most people is absolutely nothing, but to some people it is. So in this situation you've got to weigh that. Even if losing 10 bucks is nothing, to me that's like wasting money since you have no idea who the person is. I'd rather wait for something else to bet on that you know better.

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In any case, that highly depends on whether that $10 is everything I have or if I can still go for another bet even in the event I lose. if I do not have enough funds for betting other than that 10 bucks, I'd still choose the underdog because I could lose at that spot and call it a day, but if I still have money left to spend, I think I would spend it on the people's champ knowing that there's a slightly higher possibility that he/she will have an edge of winning over the underdog, regardless if I were to only earn 3 bucks from it.

Quote from: Stalker22 on October 24, 2021, 12:05:46 PM

I would never go for a bet before evaluating all the information available.
Having said that, the underdog bet is something I love and would never miss an opportunity to back the underdog and that can be applied to all sports events including UFC. When it comes to the underdog it all boils down to the information you have and what you expect to see out of your favorite fighters. You also need to know who you have to beat. The bigger the names, the harder the challenge for the underdog.

Analysis is really important in placing your bets because you could bet all you want and let everything fall into chance, and sacrifice losing what may be won if only a little bit of research was done beforehand. Or you can research preemptively to gather information against the players and use it to formulate a better approach that will amp your chances of winning by even a few percentages. Honestly I'd take the latter even if the edge of increase is just teeny-weeny. Small edge at winning is still better than no edge at all.

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I would never go for a bet before evaluating all the information available.
Having said that, the underdog bet is something I love and would never miss an opportunity to back the underdog and that can be applied to all sports events including UFC. When it comes to the underdog it all boils down to the information you have and what you expect to see out of your favorite fighters. You also need to know who you have to beat. The bigger the names, the harder the challenge for the underdog.

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I would prefer to pick the people's champ not because I'm underestimating the opponent but I trust the one that is well experienced in his field. I see the experience as a good record and advantage when it comes to matches. I've also seen his previous fights and that's also the reason why he's the people's favorite. I find betting on the underdog too risky.

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Quote from: cabron on October 23, 2021, 11:12:20 PM

I'm not sure if this had been asked before. This is just an example of some odds that I saw recently Fighter A (1.30) vs Fighter B (3.65). With this obviously, Fighter A is the people's champ and Fighter B is the underdog.

Regardless of who is bigger and undefeated record, let's say you have no idea who these fighters are because the names can't even be read like Ulshrkubyki vs Ykwehgyfvbh. If you only have $10 left in your sports betting account, would you go for the champ which you can only earn $3, or go for the underdog which if he got lucky can triple your money?

If you are not aware of the fighters then am not even sure if I you should place the bet. Plus it would be wiser to place the bet depending upon the odds hands down. Even if we do talk about the underdogs we might have no idea about anything there. I do think the reason why sports betting works is because people are aware of the games and the players as well, so if you want to take risks here, you definately can because it would mean that you would be earning more if you win. For me I prefer playing it safe therefore I would go for the safer option hands down..

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To bet keep in mind that less adversity means higher gains betting on the underdog is riskier than preferred but higher risk means higher potential profits. The fewer the odds or the less chances you have the more money you can win on the underdog, then you have to bet you can earn alternatively you have to bet that you can win at some point but be consistent. The difference between subtraction and underdog is that every bet has to go with risk to win.

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Quote from: cabron on October 23, 2021, 11:12:20 PM

I'm not sure if this had been asked before. This is just an example of some odds that I saw recently Fighter A (1.30) vs Fighter B (3.65). With this obviously, Fighter A is the people's champ and Fighter B is the underdog.

Regardless of who is bigger and undefeated record, let's say you have no idea who these fighters are because the names can't even be read like Ulshrkubyki vs Ykwehgyfvbh. If you only have $10 left in your sports betting account, would you go for the champ which you can only earn $3, or go for the underdog which if he got lucky can triple your money?

This depends on two factors for me.

1. I would check the history of those fighters and see if the fighter B has a chance or not. If he does not have any chance then I would put my money on fighter A.
But if the fighter B does have some chances of winning then I would put money of fighter B.

2. If the left over money i.e., $10 is something that I can afford to lose then I would risk it on the fighter B and otherwise fighter A.

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Quote from: btc78 on October 24, 2021, 05:40:00 AM

I want assurance so I will not bet for Underdogs instead i will go for the ranking one and I know most of us do the same thing , there are only few who bets for the underdog to risk their money for a small chance of winning.

Quote from: michellee on October 24, 2021, 03:41:27 AM

I think I will support the underdog player if I do not know both players because the underdog player can have support from the people who watch the match and sometimes, the underdog can give surprises to the audience.

But if you do not want to lose any money, you do not have to force yourself to choose any player who will match and only place your bet on the player you will know. That will be safe for your money because you have knowledge about the player and know how big the chance is for you to win.

that is a smaller chance mate but of course you can do bet for underdog with higher risks.

Yes, you are right. That is why only you will know what you will do with the underdog player or team because you can decide what the best for you is. Maybe we will bet for the underdog with higher risks or vice versa as there is no force to select which team to bet. Maybe some gambler will bet for the underdog with small risk just for fun in the sports betting.

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Since I only have and it's only $10 might as well take the risk of betting on the underdog who knows if the underdog can pull an upset, but if it's a big amount I don't think I can take a chance and bet on the underdog, of course, I want to be sure and bet on the favorite if it is a big amount we all want to make a profit even if it's not a big winning.

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