Hollywood Sports Betting Guide

What Sports Can You Bet On?

Hollywoodbets offers a massive range of sports, but their true strength lies in their deep coverage of the sports that South Africans love most. Here’s my expert breakdown:

Soccer

Soccer is the main event at Hollywoodbets. You’ll find hundreds of markets for every major international league, but more importantly, they offer incredible depth for local soccer. From the DStv Premiership down to the lower leagues, their coverage is second to none.

Horse Racing

This is where Hollywoodbets built its name, and they are still the undisputed kings of horse racing in SA. They offer fixed-odds betting, Tote betting, and live streaming for all local races. If you’re a horse racing punter, this is the only platform you need.

Rugby

From the Currie Cup and the Sharks (who they sponsor) to international tournaments, their rugby offering is superb. You’ll find a wide variety of markets, including handicaps, totals, and player-specific bets.

Other Sports

Beyond the big three, you can bet on everything from cricket, tennis, and basketball to golf, boxing, and American sports. Their selection is comprehensive.

How to Place a Sports Bet

Placing your first sports bet is a simple process. Here’s a quick guide:

1. Find Your Sport: Log in and select your chosen sport, like “Soccer”, from the main menu.
2. Choose Your Match: Navigate to the league and match you want to bet on.
3. Make Your Pick: Tap the odds for the outcome you predict. This will add it to your bet slip.
4. Confirm Your Bet: Open the bet slip, enter your stake, and click “Submit Bet”.

Understanding Common Bet Types

To bet like a pro, you need to understand the different types of bets you can place. Here are the most common ones you’ll find in Hollywood sports betting:

Single Bets (Win/Draw/Win)

This is the most straightforward bet. You are simply betting on one single outcome of a match: Team A to win, Team B to win, or a Draw. It’s the perfect place for beginners to start.

Multiple / Accumulator Bets

A multiple, or accumulator, is a bet that combines two or more selections into a single wager. To win, every single one of your selections must be correct. The odds multiply together, so the potential payout is huge, but so is the risk!

Handicap Bets

Handicap betting is common in sports like rugby where one team is a heavy favourite. The bookmaker gives the underdog a virtual head start (e.g., +12.5 points). For your bet on the favourite to win, they must win by more than the handicap margin.

For beginners, I always recommend starting with single bets to get a feel for things. Multiples are exciting for a weekend of soccer, but remember you need every single leg to win. My sweet spot is usually a 3-4 team multiple with strong favourites.

Jason’s Pro Tips for Hollywood Sports Betting

• Look for Bet Builders: For big soccer matches, use the Bet Builder feature to combine multiple markets from the same game into one single bet with higher odds.
• Use the Data-Free Site: To save on data costs, switch to the Data-Free version of their site. It’s perfect for placing quick sports bets on the go.
• Check the Promotions: Hollywoodbets constantly runs promotions like the “Punters Challenge” for horse racing or money-back specials on soccer. Always check the promotions page before placing your bets.

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