Asian handicap betting market explanation
The Asian Handicap betting market is a type of sports betting that originated in Asia and has become increasingly popular worldwide. It is a form of spread betting that eliminates the possibility of a draw or tie, by giving one team or player a head start in terms of goals, points or sets. This means that a bettor must predict which team or player will win, taking into account the handicap given.
The Asian Handicap market is designed to level the playing field between two teams of different abilities or form. The stronger team is given a handicap disadvantage, and the weaker team is given a handicap advantage. For example, in a soccer match, the stronger team might be given a -1.5 goal handicap, meaning that they must win by two or more goals for the bet to be successful. The weaker team might be given a +1.5 goal handicap, meaning that they can lose by one goal or draw, and...