299bt Esports Betting — Complete Guide to Betting on Competitive Gaming
Bet on the world's biggest esports tournaments — CS2, Dota 2, Valorant, League of Legends and more — at 299bt. From pre-match to live betting, all markets in one place.
How Esports Betting Works
Esports betting works like regular sports betting — the difference is that teams compete in a digital arena instead of a physical field. In a match of CS2, Dota 2, Valorant, or League of Legends, you bet on one team to win. The bookmaker sets odds based on each team's probability of winning.
The higher the odds, the less likely the bookmaker considers that outcome. If your prediction is correct, your stake multiplied by the odds is your return. If the bet is wrong, the full stake is lost. Esports betting is purely for entertainment — it is not a source of income, so always bet within your means.
An esports match typically follows a best-of-1, best-of-3, or best-of-5 format. Some markets apply to the whole series, others to a single map or round. Understanding the match format before betting is important.
Popular Betting Markets in Esports
299bt offers several types of betting markets for esports. Below are the six most commonly used markets, each with a simple example.
Match Winner
SimplestPick which of two teams will win. Example: Team A vs Team B — you think Team B will win, so you bet on Team B.
Map Handicap
CS2 / ValorantThe stronger team is given a map deficit to level out the odds. Example: Team A (-1.5 maps) — Team A must win by at least two maps.
Total Maps (Over / Under)
Series BettingBet on how many maps will be played in the series. Example: "Over 2.5 maps" in a best-of-3 means you expect all three maps to be played.
First Kill / First Blood
Dota 2 / LoLBet on which team gets the first kill or first blood in the match. Example: Team A gets first kill — a short-lived market that resolves quickly.
Tournament Winner
Outright BetBet on which team will be champion before the tournament begins. Example: picking Team A before the tournament starts usually comes with higher odds.
Round Handicap
CS2Bet on the round margin within a single map. Example: Team A (+3.5 rounds) means the bet wins even if Team A loses by fewer than three rounds.
How to Read Odds in Three Formats
Betting platforms display three types of odds formats — decimal, fractional, and American. All three convey the same information, just written differently.
Decimal 2.50 = Fractional 3/2 = American +150
A winning bet returns ৳500 (৳300 profit + ৳200 stake). A losing bet costs ৳200.
Decimal 1.50 = Fractional 1/2 = American -200
American minus odds mean you must bet ৳200 to win ৳100 profit. A winning ৳200 bet returns ৳300 (৳100 profit).
Decimal format is the easiest to calculate — stake × odds = total return. Fractional format is common in British bookmaking, and American format is used on US platforms. 299bt generally uses decimal format.
| Format | Team A (Underdog) | Team B (Favourite) |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.50 | 1.50 |
| Fractional | 3/2 | 1/2 |
| American | +150 | -200 |
| Return on ৳200 stake | ৳500 | ৳300 |
The figures above are examples only — not live odds or a guarantee of winnings.
Pre-Match vs Live Betting
Pre-match betting means placing a bet before the match starts. Odds are fixed at that point, you have enough time to analyse, and most markets are available.
Live betting LIVE lets you bet while the match is in progress. Odds shift every moment — a team that pulls ahead sees its odds drop, while the trailing team's odds rise. Live betting requires quick decisions, so more experience and focus are needed.
Live betting is especially popular in esports because the outcome of a round can change very fast. Keep in mind that betting on impulse during live matches increases the risk of losses.
- Pre-match odds are relatively stable — more time to plan your bet.
- In live betting you can read a team's form before betting, but odds change quickly.
- In both cases, staying within your set budget is the sensible approach.
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Open an Account NowUseful Tips for Esports Betting
Esports betting is for entertainment. These tips help make the experience more planned and controlled.
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Understand the game: Learn the basic rules and format of the game you are betting on. CS2 and Dota 2 have different match structures.
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Set a budget: Decide in advance how much you will bet each day or week, and stick to it.
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Focus on one market: For beginners, starting with the match winner market is a good idea — it is straightforward and easy to follow.
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Consider the tournament context: Team performance can differ between the group stage and the knockout rounds.
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Responsible betting: Betting is for entertainment only. Visit the Responsible Gaming page to learn more.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Many new bettors make these mistakes. Knowing them in advance leads to a better experience.
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Chasing losses with bigger bets: Placing larger bets to recover losses usually leads to even bigger losses.
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Always betting on your favourite team: Keep emotions and betting analysis separate.
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Betting without understanding odds: If you do not understand decimal, fractional, or American odds, your calculations will go wrong.
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Betting on too many markets at once: Spreading across too many markets at the same time divides your focus.
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Impulsive decisions in live betting: Placing bets on the spur of the moment during a tense match is often something you will regret.
Which Esports Games Can You Bet On
299bt offers betting across various esports disciplines, each with its own format and markets.
Shooter Games — CS2 and Valorant
In first-person shooter games, two teams of five compete against each other. CS2 features Terrorists vs Counter-Terrorists; Valorant features Attack vs Defend. Match winner, map handicap, and round total markets are all available. These esports titles are especially popular among young gamers in Bangladesh.
MOBA Games — Dota 2 and League of Legends
In MOBA games, two teams of five try to destroy each other's base on a single map. A match can last anywhere from 20 to 60 minutes. Betting is available across various markets including match winner, first blood, and total kills. The 299bt Bet platform regularly updates betting markets for major tournaments in these games.
Questions About Esports Betting
Answers to common questions are below. For more, visit the FAQ page.