Bet on Esports Online

Electronic Sports have definitely changed its status from a sub-niche category to a Mainstream sport offering thousands of betting markets to select. In addition to providing the online casino games and the standard sports betting markets at MelBet, we provide the coverage on the different electronic sports so that players can bet on the sports. Continue reading to discover in detail the experience of the best esports betting sites, as well as the tips, the most popular games to wager, and the way to begin. 

Esports Online Betting Overview

Esports online betting is otherwise referred to as Electronic sports, and it came into the limelight in 2010 where gamers could bet on their favorite online games. Like other sports, esports tournaments and leagues are structured in a similar way, and matches are usually conducted in series such as best-of-one or best-of-three. 

Through pre-match betting, bettors are able to bet prior to the start of a match depending on the form of the teams, their ranking, and their last performances. Live betting of esport betting, however, occurs during the game being watched, with odds changing as the game progresses as rounds, maps, or goals are won. 

Esports Betting Odds

Betting odds on esports are represented numerically as the likelihood of an occurrence and odds about electronic sports are applied in the same way as traditional sports. We offer esports betting odds to the players in six formats and they depend on a host of variables such as meta shifts, roster changes, map picks and other match conditions. 

Popular Esports Betting Markets on MelBet

The electronic sports betting markets provide esports gamers with access to the common sport betting markets. Nevertheless, electronic sports can be said to be dominated by prop betting markets as the platinum event. Why? Electronic sports are of different types, the first person shooters, Mobas, battle royale and others, which present different conditions under which it is possible to predict players. 

The following is a brief overview of the most popular esports betting markets online that we offer. 

• Total Maps Played 

• Team to win at least one map

• Method of victory 

• First blood

• Over/under

Esports Betting Tips for Kenyan Punters

This is unlike the traditional sporting activities where changes and adjustments in the dynamics of a game are normally accompanied by a learning curve when they are given approval that would take a long time before taking effect and the esports playing field can update its game overnight. The following are some esports betting tips that can make you ahead of the others. 

• Learn the "Patch Notes" & META (Most Effective Tactics Available).

• Focus on shooters when betting on tactical shooter games. 

• Specific analysis of the map is a game changer.

• Monitor game conditions in case it is a LAN game or online game. 

Esports Betting Strategies

Other than tips, there are two strategies of esports betting that are used to take advantage of the occasional loopholes in esports online betting. Here's a quick runthrough. 

• The Value Betting Strategy: This is the strategy that is most widespread in esports betting and everything boils down to you discerning our inaccuracy of real probabilities through the discovery of wrong odds. What qualifies as wrong odds? Odds on which you are certain we have misjudged or overshot the actual possibility of a team to win. In straightforward language, gamers make a bet on the allegedly risky market, only when you are certain that we are mistaken concerning the team. 

• The Specialist Strategy: This is a tactic which is used to take advantage of betting markets in less popular leagues. Choose a small area or a particular game and stick to it compulsively. The edge? You will usually find roster news, tilt behavior in social media, liking that will bring your work a step in that direction.

• Live Momentum & Draft Analysis: Sometimes character choice can determine as much as 30% of the game result before the game begins with MOBA games such as League of Legends and DOTA2. You should not bet till the draft is completed. When the underdog team just has the fortune to choose the characters that would nullify the star player of the favorite, the live odds will not change quickly enough. This is your time and place to bet on the underdog at a good price.

Top Esports Games to Bet On

The MelBet esports section cuts across Virtual games and the usual electronic sports. Here’s a quick look at the top electronic sports you can check out during your time on MelBet. 

CS:GO / CS2

Counter Strike 2 (CS2) is the  successor to CS:GO, and the game is a first person tactical shooter that is played by two teams of five players each. These teams compete across a series of rounds, switching between attacking and defending roles, which creates clear momentum shifts you can analyze. Popular betting markets include match winner, map winner, total rounds, handicap bets, and first blood markets.

DOTA 2

The Dota 2 game is among the best strategic and unpredictable esports that can be bet on online, and thus it is very popular among the veteran punters. The game has two teams of five players that fight to destroy the Ancient of the opponent with the match dynamics randomly shifting to either side because of team fights, ability of the heroes, and end game choices. Popular betting markets are match winner, map winner, total maps played, handicap betting and outright tournament winners.

League of Legends

The League of Legends is among the most viewed and regularly organized esports titles, and thus, it is a good esports to bet on online. The game also has two teams of five players who fight to destroy the other team, the enemy Nexus, and matches are defined by the initial missions, the control of the map, and team fights. League of Legends tends to be more predictable than some other esports, which allow players to interpret the form and performance of the game more effectively. Betting markets commonly wagered on are match winner, map winner, first tower, first dragon, total kills and handicap bets.

Valorant

Valorant is a rapidly emerging esports game which is a combination of tactical shooting and special character skills, and is an interesting game to bet on online. The matches take place in two groups of five players playing on several rounds switching the sides into attack and defense where each player has their own abilities that add a layer of tactics to each game. Upon betting, some of the popular betting markets are match, map, total rounds and handicap markets as well as first pistol round markets.

Call of Duty

Call of Duty is an esports game with high-paced gameplay that is also popular among bettors who want fast-moving games and action. Professional Call of Duty events also involve teams competing in various game modes like Hardpoint, Search and Destroy and Control, all of which demand varying levels of skills and tactics. The most common betting market is match winner, map winner, handicap, total maps played and correct score.

Overwatch

Being a fast-paced team-based esports game, Overwatch is an original choice for bettors. There are two groups of five players who play goal oriented games in which the game is won with the help of teamwork, positioning and management of the ultimate players. The roles focus on the game like tank, damage, and support provide strategic levels to the game that affect the course of the game. The most popular betting markets are matches, maps, handicap bets and the number of maps played.

Mobile Esports (MLBB, Free Fire, PUBG Mobile)

Free Fire, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) and PUBG Mobile have become highly popular bets, particularly in the mobile-first markets like Kenya. MLBB aims at the more traditional five-versus-five gameplay, and, as such, the ability to provide a clear market of handicap and match winners. Free Fire and PUBG Mobile are battle royale games, and in these games, survival, kill and position on a team are significant factors, which have given birth to distinct betting markets, like match winner, top finish, or total kills.

How to Start Esports Betting on MelBet Kenya

Ready to start betting on MelBet Kenya or curious how you can pick up where you left off? Returning players can easily complete their account sign in by clicking on the MelBet login button at the top of the screen. For new players, here’s a detailed step-by-step guide for completing your account registration.

• Click the registration button at the top of the screen 

• The MelBet registration page allows players to create their account with their mobile number 

• Enter your mobile number where prompted and opt for the sports betting first deposit bonus 

• Click on get code to verify the number belongs to you 

• Once you’ve verified the number, click on register and your account will be created. 

• Sign in, fund your account, and check out the cricket page on the sports section to explore the available markets and place your wager. 

Why MelBet Kenya Is a Top Choice for Esports Betting

Why choose MelBet Kenya over other online esports betting sites? Here’s what you stand to enjoy as a registered MelBet user.

• Live streaming 

• Mobile accessibility with the MelBet app

• Low odds margins 

• Local banking options for deposit and withdrawals

• Exclusive esports bonuses and promotions 

• Round-the-clock customer support services 

• Dedicated esports news section