{"id":8650,"date":"2024-07-16T14:48:48","date_gmt":"2024-07-16T13:48:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oddsmonkey.com\/blog\/?p=8650"},"modified":"2024-07-16T14:48:48","modified_gmt":"2024-07-16T13:48:48","slug":"overlaying-matched-bets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oddsmonkey.com\/blog\/matched-betting\/overlaying-matched-bets\/","title":{"rendered":"Overlaying Matched Bets"},"content":{"rendered":"

When it comes to matched betting, underlaying and overlaying are powerful tools that could significantly elevate your betting strategy if applied effectively. Overlaying, in particular, is a tactic that allows you to minimise your losses, potentially resulting in no losses at all if executed correctly. At<\/span> OddsMonkey<\/span><\/a>, we delve into the concept of overlaying, how to effectively implement it, and most importantly, how it can empower you to make the most of your bets or promotions you may have at hand.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Is Overlaying?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Overlaying bets is essentially the opposite of underlaying. When we overlay, we do not lose any money if the selection loses, but we will lose a bit more if the selection wins. Overlaying is used when we want to make the most of an offer. For example, we might overlay an offer like \u2018get a bonus if your selection wins\u2019. A common ITV Racing offer might be a \u2018Free bet up to \u00a350 if you back a horse over 5.0 which wins\u2019. By overlaying, we will not lose any money if the horse loses. If it wins though, you could potentially lose an amount of money. However, this will be more than covered by the bonus we will receive on the contrary. Using different types of these offers such as<\/span> free bets<\/span><\/a> can be hugely important, especially when it comes to certain strategies.<\/span><\/p>\n

If the player did not use overlay or underlay, then the player would lose money no matter the outcome, meaning the importance of using these techniques is essential. Make sure when placing these overlays or underlays that the odds you are using are correct. To ensure this, use the<\/span> matched betting calculator<\/span><\/a> which tells you the exact liability and returns depending on the odds you are using. Make sure to use the calculator in \u2018Advanced\u2019 mode when calculating under and overlays.<\/span><\/p>\n

Outcomes Of Overlaying Bets\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

With these types of overlayed bets, there are two outcomes that can happen:<\/span><\/p>\n