You are probably reading this because you have seen the “draw no bet” or “dnb” betting market in a Sportsbook or an article and are wondering what it means.
We will gladly explain everything you need to know about the betting market, like where it's used and what it means. We will also give you some examples so you can understand them better.
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Draw No Bet Explained
Draw no bet sounds complicated if you have no idea what it means but the truth is that it's straightforward. The betting market is becoming quite popular among bettors who prefer not to take risks when betting. Draw no bet, or dnb allows you to wager either on the “home” or “away” outcome on three-way markets.
You are probably asking yourself what happens to the third possible outcome. Well, the “draw” possibility is scratched out. This means that if a draw, also called a “tie,” occurs, your stake will be returned in full.
When placing these types of bets, you shouldn't expect great odds. The odds will most likely be lowered because of the type of betting market and because it has less risk for customers. That is why betting markets like draw no bet and double chance usually have worse odds than match winner or correct score, for example.
Remember that not all bookies offer this betting option for different sports, mainly because sports like Basketball and Tennis can't end in a draw (because more time is added or a unique rule is put in place, like the tiebreaker in Tennis). This leaves the betting option only for select sports, like football.
Some bookies might offer the draw no bet market option for the first and second half of matches in addition to the full-time match market. Below, we will give you a couple of examples across different sports.
Sports that feature draw no bet market
Bookies can't offer draw no bet wagering on all sports because not all sports end in a tie. The most popular examples of sports that can end in a draw/tie are Cricket and Football, which can also be great sports to bet on using the acca technique. Sports that can end in a tie/draw and where the betting market can be applied are:
- American football (rarely)
- Soccer
- Cricket
- Australian rules
- Chess
- Ice hockey
- Boxing
- Horse Racing
- Other Racing Sports
Remember that some of these sports have specific rules in place so that the match isn't too long, as the tiebreaker rule in Tennis. This mostly ensures that the match won't end in a tie, and that's why you don't see the “draw no bet” or “dnb” market selection on Tennis or Sumo (where matches are usually rescheduled, forfeited, or more breaks are added if a draw occurs).
Examples of Draw No Bet Wagers and Outcomes
Let's say you want to bet on a match between Tottenham Hotspur and Southampton. The odds for each of the two outcomes of this hypothetical match are listed below:
- Southampton – 21/20 (2.05)
- Tottenham Hotspur – 7/10 (1.70)
If we were talking about the game-winner betting market, the odds would look something like this:
- Southampton – 21/10 (3.10)
- Tottenham Hotspur – 29/20 (2.45)
Because the “draw” outcome is taken away, the odds are lowered, so it's fair game.
Let's say that on the “draw no bet” betting market we listed above, you bet £20 that the Spurs will win the match. If they do win, you stand to win £21, and the total payout you will receive will be £41. If the match ends in a draw, you will receive the full amount (£20) of your stake back, and it would be as if you didn't place the bet in the first place. If Southampton wins the match, you will lose the £20 you bet on the event.
Similar betting markets
There are similar betting markets you can try if a bookmaker doesn't provide the “draw no bet” market. One example is the “double chance” market because it still gives you the same percent security as the “draw no bet” market. When placing a double chance bet, you back two out of the three outcomes in three-way markets, for example:
- Home and draw
- Home and away
- Away and draw
The odds on this type of market wouldn't be as good as the match betting market, but if you prefer to place low-risk bets, this is perfect for you.
Another similar, or some might even say the same betting market, is a variation of an Asian Handicap. Only Asian Handicaps with a 0 handicap are the same as the “draw no bet” market selection. If the match ends in a draw, you will get your stake back. There are many different ways to play that are available using this technique. You've at least got the insurance that you are having fun while you're at it.
Premier League DNB odds for the weekend
| Match | Date/Time (UK) | Home win (DNB) | Away win (DNB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tottenham v West Ham | Sat 19th Oct / 12:30 | 1/7 (1.14) | 19/5 (4.80) |
| Southampton v Leicester | Sat 19th Oct/ 15:00 | 13/20 (1.65) | 11/10 (2.10) |
| Man Utd v Brentford | Sat 19th Oct / 15:00 | 1/5 (1.2) | 3/1 (4.00) |
| Ipswich v Everton | Sat 19th Oct / 15:00 | 8/11 (1.73) | 1/1 (2.00) |
| Newcastle v Brighton | Sat 19th Oct/ 15:00 | 4/9 (1.44) | 31/20 (2.55) |
| Fulham v Aston Villa | Sat 19th Oct/ 15:00 | 13/20 (1.65) | 11/20 (1.55) |
| Bournemouth v Arsenal | Sat 19th Oct/ 17:30 | 14/5 (3.80) | 2/9 (1.22) |
| Wolves v Manchester City | Sun 20th Oct/ 14:00 | 6/1 (7.00) | 1/14 (1.07) |
| Liverpool vs Chelsea | Sun 20th Oct / 16:30 | 2/9 (1.22) | 14/5 (3.80) |
| Nottingham Forest v Crystal Palace | Mon 21st Oct / 20:00 | 4/7 (1.57) | 5/4 (2.25) |
Our weekend picks for the DNB market
Man United vs Brentford – Brentford (DNB)
Our first DNB call for the next round of Premier League games is for Brentford to leave Old Trafford with at least a point.
Last season, the Bees came incredibly close to defeating the Red Devils on home soil, but were undone by a brace from Scott McTominay between the 93rd and 97th minute.
United have broken their record for their worst ever start to a Premier League season, and have lost their last two league home games 3-0, to Liverpool and Spurs.
The Red Devils are winless in five now, with new signings such as Manuel Ugarte and Matthijs de Ligt being dropped to the bench on account of their abject performances, and looking increasingly like transfer flops.
To make matters worse, United are still in the throes of an injury crisis. Leny Yoro, Alejandro Garnacho, Harry Maguire, Kobbie Mainoo, Luke Shaw, Mason Mount, Tyrell Malacia and Noussair Mazraoui all set to miss this clash.
Erik ten Hag's side secured a bore draw with Aston Villa last time out, but Brentford will be more than up for this trip north, having scored five in their last game against Wolves.
Thomas Frank's side are a tricky proposition for any big six side, but will smell blood in the water, as they did when they hammered ten Hag's side 4-0 at the start of his tenure.
We think they will cause this beleaguered United team serious issues when Premier League action resumes this weekend. At a handsome 3/1, backing the Bees could prove most profitable.
Fulham vs Aston Villa – Fulham (DNB)
Our second pick is for Fulham to take high-flying Aston Villa down a peg. Unai Emery's side are currently fifth in the Premier League table, but we think the Cottagers have what it takes to cause an upset.
Fulham have excellent underlying performance data, with their sixth-place standing in the expected goals table putting them two clear of Villa. Marco Silva's side were also very unfortunate to leave the Etihad Stadium empty-handed before the international break.
The Thameside outfit also had the better of the chances in their 3-2 defeat, but unfortunately too many of them fell to the profligate Adama Traore, and two of City's goals came courtesy of rare long-range Mateo Kovacic strikes.
With Emile Smith Rowe back in the side, they will feel confident of taking their chances this time round.
Moving onto Aston Villa, the Villans have had an up-and-down few weeks. Unai Emery masterminded a landmark 1-0 win over Bayern Munich, but that upset came sandwiched between two underwhelming draws in the Premier League.
Villa dropped two points at Portman Road against newly-promoted upstarts Ipswich Town, failing to control the game against the Suffolk side despite taking a 2-1 lead.
A week later, they were unable to beat a deeply wounded Manchester United side starting Jonny Evans and Harry Maguire at centre-back, accumulating just 0.50 expected goals.
Villa may be refreshed after the international break, but this is still a very tough assignment in west London.
Frequently asked questions regarding draw no bet
What do I do if the bookie doesn't offer to draw any bet?
You can request the betting market if the bookmaker offers the “request a bet” feature, or you can create the same outcome by dividing your stake by the decimal odds for a draw. Place the amount you got from the calculation on the event to end in a draw and the rest of your stake on your favourite team. This is essentially the same as the “draw no bet” market.
Can I combine the draw no bet market into a multiple bet or an accumulator?
Yes, you can.
Will the whole accumulator be voided if there is a draw no bet selection and the match ends in a draw?
No, your accumulator bet shouldn't be voided. This depends on the bookmaker you are betting with; some might decide to void the whole wager, while others might void only the draw, not the bet selection, and leave the rest of the wager.
Summary
The draw no bet is a popular betting market, especially when it comes to football betting and many people enjoy placing these types of bets as singles or combine them in accumulators because of the lower risk involved. By now, you should already know what this bet stands for, and you can start including it in your selections. Who can resist low-risk wagers?
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