Betting against an outcome — only on exchanges.
Lay Betting and Liability
Lay betting is the unique feature that sets exchange betting apart from traditional bookmakers. When you place a lay bet, you are betting that something will NOT happen – effectively becoming the bookmaker yourself. On BetPro Exchange, lay betting lets you bet against a team, player, or horse, opening up powerful new strategies for smart bettors.
What Is a Lay Bet?
A lay bet is a bet that an outcome will NOT happen. For example, if you lay the Pakistan cricket team, you win if they do NOT win (they lose or draw). You are taking the role of the bookmaker, accepting someone else's back bet.
Understanding Liability
When you lay a bet, you need to understand liability – the amount you could lose if the outcome you bet against actually happens. The higher the odds, the higher your liability. BetPro Exchange shows your liability clearly before you confirm, so you always know your risk.
How to Place a Lay Bet
- Choose the event and market
- Select the outcome you think will NOT happen
- Click the lay option (usually the pink button)
- Enter your stake and check your liability
- Confirm your lay bet
Lay to Back Strategy
A common trading strategy is lay to back. You lay an outcome at low odds, then back it later at higher odds to lock in a profit. Combined with backing, laying gives you complete control to trade and hedge your bets.
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