A pair in sports betting refers to two different bets that can be combined to make multiple bet. It can involve various scenarios, such as predicting the outcomes of separate events or betting on specific combinations in system bets. Let’s delve deeper into the concept of pairs in sports betting.
What is a Pair?
A pair represents two distinct bets that can be linked to form multiple bets. This term can be used in various contexts, from card games to sports betting. For instance, a batsman who gets dismissed without scoring in both innings is said to be on a pair in cricket. If the dismissal happens on the first ball faced in both innings, it’s called a king pair.
How is a Pair used in Sports Betting?
In sports betting, pairs are often associated with system bets, similar to accumulators or multiple bets. In a system bet, a bettor makes several individual bets covering all possible combinations of their selections. This approach allows them to win returns even if some of the varieties (pairs) are unsuccessful if they correctly predict a specific number of pairs.
Let’s consider a scenario where a bettor is interested in placing a system bet involving three football matches: Match A, Match B, and Match C. Instead of combining all three matches into a single accumulator; they create individual bets on various pairs, like A-B, A-C, and B-C. This way, they have multiple chances to win, and even if one or two pairs are incorrect, they can still receive some returns if they predict enough pairs correctly.
Quick Facts
In 2014, a memorable pair betting story was about a punter who placed two political bets. Firstly, they wagered a substantial £900,000 on a ‘no’ vote in the Scottish independence referendum, which resulted in a £193,000 win. Encouraged by this success, the punter staked all their winnings (£193,000) on a hung parliament in the General Election. Unfortunately, the second bet did not go well, and they did not win this time.
Pairs in sports betting allow bettors to create multiple bets by combining two selections. Whether predicting outcomes in separate events or using system bets to cover various combinations, pairs add an element of strategy and excitement to sports betting. Responsible gambling is essential, and bettors should only wager what they can afford to lose.