The draw no bet market can be an excellent low risk football betting strategy. In todays article we are going to explain exactly what draw no bet means and how to approach this market.
In this article we will cover:
- What draw no bet means in football
- How to calculate draw no bet odds
- Tips for getting value from the draw no bet market
- The best draw no bet calculators
- Using draw no bet in-play
- Who should use the draw no bet market
What Does Draw No Bet Mean In Football Betting?
First off let’s take a look at what the draw no bet market actually means…
The draw-no-bet market is very simple, it is basically a market where should the draw happen your bet is voided. In this market, the only way you lose is if the team you back actually loses the game. If the game ends in a draw then your stake is refunded.
Should your team win then your bet is returned along with the additional winnings!
This market is sometimes abbreviated as DNB market and is also known as the Asian Handicap 0 market. Some bookmakers and exchanges will offer both markets even though they are exactly the same.
In the example above you can see that despite being the same market Bet365 have different odds for West Ham. Offering 2.85 on the Asian handicap 0 market and 2.75 on the draw no bet market. If you are betting with bookmakers in this market it is always worth checking to see if one is offering better odds than the other.
Winning money over the long term on the football betting markets is often about getting the best odds possible. For every bet you place, simple checks like this can make a huge difference to your profits over a year.
The best platform for Asian Handicap betting is Bet in Asia, check out a review of them here.
Betting £100 on West Ham in the above example would return £285 for a win, £100 if the game was a draw and -£100 should Chelsea win the game.
Making Sure You Get The Best Odds For Draw No Bet
We’ve discussed reviewing the Asian handicap 0 odds to see if they are more favorable. There is however also the option to check the 1×2 odds across multiple bookmakers and exchanges to see if we can get better odds by dutching the two outcomes.
Converting 1X2 odds into draw no bet odds: Example
Arsenal are playing PSG today in a cracking game in the Champions League. Let’s take a look at how to use the home and draw odds to calculate our stakes for draw no bet.
Formula- Home Draw No Bet odds = (1- (1/1X2 draw odds)) * 1X2 home odds
Arsenal Draw No Bet odds = (1- (1 / 3.95)) * 1.77 = 1.32
To simplify this calculation here are the steps:
- 1/3.95 = 0.253
- 1-0.253 = 0.747
- 0.747 * 1.77 = 1.32 (draw no bet odds)
Looking at an odds comparison website, the only bookmaker offering better odds in this market then the exchanges were Betfred. Betfred were offering 4.0 on the draw, this means that we could take the best odds on offer at Betfair for Arsenal (1.77) and combine them with the best odds on the draw (4.0) to get marginally better draw no bet odds.
Arsenal Draw No Bet odds = (1- (1 / 4.0)) * 1.77 = 1.33
How to Calculate Stakes for Draw No Bet?
In order to stake the right amount for the draw and Arsenal we simply need to figure how much will cover the draw the draw and place the remaining stake on Arsenal.
For example if we wanted to place total stakes of £100 on the DNB tonight the calculation would be as follows:
Draw stake = (100/4.0) = £25
Arsenal stake (100-25) = £75
Best Draw No Bet Calculators
If you want to speed up some time for these calculations then you can use some of the handy draw no bet calculators that are available online.
This calculator breaks down the odds and stakes in seconds: Betcalcul
Getting Value From The Draw No Bet Market
Making money from football betting and trading is all about finding value in the markets. The draw-no-bet market is a great market to look at when you want some insurance to cover the draw.
It is a commonly known fact that football teams perform on average much better at home. Due to the increased support and familiarity with the ground they are playing on.
A good strategy to use for the draw-no-bet market is to find underdogs that have a strong home record. Especially when you get fan favourites such as Man Utd, Liverpool, and Chelsea as the visitors.
Brentford for example are a team that only lost one game at home last season. They beat the likes of Man City, Man United and Liverpool last year as underdogs, with their one loss coming against Arsenal. Identifying teams that are hard to beat at home can be an excellent long-term strategy for the draw no bet market.
Betting DNB: In-Play Strategy
My personal preference for betting on the draw no bet market is to look at the market in-play. Again, I like to look at underdogs who are playing at home. The reason being is that you can never underestimate the effect of the crowd!
When watching live games you can often see and almost feel when teams are underperforming. There are times when away teams are not clicking. Their play style doesn’t seem to suit the pitch, passes are being missed, the energy isn’t there, key players look sluggish and tired.
Whilst on the other side you can see the home team are growing in confidence, winning every 50-50 scenario and the crowd roars with enthusiasm every time they are on the ball. In live football there can be clear changes in momentum. There are times when you can watch a game and you can clearly see one side is performing much better then the other.
The draw no bet market always gives you some added insurance
After 10-15 minutes it is often a good time to assess a game and look at backing a team in the draw no bet market. Having a clear plan to exit at halftime and lose nothing if the game remains level. In fact, if the momentum continues you can often make a small profit by trading out.
When the second half starts, an assessment period of 10 minutes is useful to see if the game has changed. If you are still confident in the underdog and believe they still have the momentum. Again you can back in the draw no bet market with the confidence a draw gives you a return on your stake.
In comparison backing the selection in the match odds market where time decay will cause odds to drift. Will often see you in a losing position as time goes further into the game and the odds of the draw shorten. By using the DNB market we never have to worry about time decay, it simply becomes a question of whether the home team or away team odds are value.
Conclusion:
If you came into today’s article wondering what does draw no bet mean?
We hope that you now understand everything you need to know about the meaning of draw no bet. It is a simple market but when understood, it can be a powerful addition to your betting arsenal.
There are several advantages of using the draw no bet market such as:
- Risk Reduction: The ‘Draw No Bet’ option eliminates the risk of losing your stake if the match ends in a draw, as your bet is refunded.
- Focus on Winning Outcomes: This option allows bettors to focus solely on betting for a win, simplifying the betting decision-making process.
- Appeal to Cautious Bettors: It appeals to those who prefer a more conservative betting strategy, offering a safety net in the event of a draw.
- Potential for Better Odds: Although you will get lower than the full match odds, combining the best 1×2 odds available can offer a favorable risk-reward balance.
Bookmakers also offer draw no bet option on other market other then just 1×2:
- DNB- match odds
- Half time – draw no bet
- Asian handicap 0 market
- First half Asian handicap 0 market
- Draw no bet corner markets
- DNB card markets
The draw-no-bet market is an excellent choice to look at when you want that added insurance against a draw. The odds that you get will be lower than in the match odds market however you are also going to lose less often. If you are someone who struggles psychologically with losing periods, placing bets in the draw-no-bet market can lessen the run of losses.
When considering underdogs a draw no bet strategy can often be the correct approach to getting value in the market.
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