Going for the Underdog or Not?

[harizen]

If you only have $10 left in your sports betting account, would you go for the champ which you can only earn $3, or go for the underdog which if he got lucky can triple your money?

As per the example, the odd gap is huge. So, there has to be a relevant reason for the odd to set that high for the underdog.
If you bet without looking at the match comparison, past performances of both fighters, records, and everything like that, is like putting a bet on the "jackpot" in the wheel of fortune.
You can't just throw away your money just because it gives you 3x the bet when the underdog wins. You have to maka a research. A consistent $3 win is always better than lossing the $10 bet in a single match.

As far as how OP constructed the post, looks like win or loss doesn't matter.

No need for me to spend time analyzing that match since OP just wants to use the left $10 on the account. After all that $10 affords to lose.

But if the situation will be serious, then that's the time it needs analysis. And definitely, I will not end up betting on a match that I don't have knowledge like the case and scenario given by the OP.

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[dothebeats]

I'd go for the thrill for my $10 and opt to choose the underdog. If that's only a play money that I'm willing to forego for the sake of entertainment, then why not spice things up and root for an upset? $10 is neither high risk at all, and can easily be had if you have a stable job and you're just looking for some quick fun. If you're into that fighting sport anyway, that will be worth it regardless if the bet wins or lose. Just think of it like you've paid for the ticket to watch the game and there'll be no regrets on your end regarding the bet if ever you lose it.

[MonsterV]

If I'm not really familiar with a match and I only have few coins left I would definitely not go with the underdog since I really don't care whether I lose or not but if I have a decent amount of bet and there's no other events to place bet on then of course I will try to dig more information in regards with the underdog, we are not sure what they are capable at and they might have a chance on winning.

[Peanutswar]

If you only have $10 left in your sports betting account, would you go for the champ which you can only earn $3, or go for the underdog which if he got lucky can triple your money?

As per the example, the odd gap is huge. So, there has to be a relevant reason for the odd to set that high for the underdog.
If you bet without looking at the match comparison, past performances of both fighters, records, and everything like that, is like putting a bet on the "jackpot" in the wheel of fortune.
You can't just throw away your money just because it gives you 3x the bet when the underdog wins. You have to maka a research. A consistent $3 win is always better than lossing the $10 bet in a single match.

As far as how OP constructed the post, looks like win or loss doesn't matter.

No need for me to spend time analyzing that match since OP just wants to use the left $10 on the account. After all that $10 affords to lose.

But if the situation will be serious, then that's the time it needs analysis. And definitely, I will not end up betting on a match that I don't have knowledge like the case and scenario given by the OP.

Some people don't want to let their assets and keep hoping to bet a profit even though it's just a small amount, well profit is still a profit if you think 3-10 dollars can make a great profit why not take a risk. Sometimes we just ignore the small amount of wages it's just like if we win great if we lose its okay. Sometimes betting with the underdog is can make a huge come back of earning its a high risk reward play but again not all the time underdogs can make a miracle to win.

[molsewid]

If I'm not really familiar with a match and I only have few coins left I would definitely not go with the underdog since I really don't care whether I lose or not but if I have a decent amount of bet and there's no other events to place bet on then of course I will try to dig more information in regards with the underdog, we are not sure what they are capable at and they might have a chance on winning.

In my case if ever I am not really familiar with a match I am not going to bet even a few coins but of course there's an exceptional depend on how hype the game is. In the same case like having an interest to bet in an unfamiliar match I would always go choose to bet on the crowd favorite but I'd still going to make my own research about the game so it would depend on what the players recent records, skills, potential and capability too

[Silberman]

If I have some spare amount and wanted to place bets of unknown matches? First thing I will do is to make a simple search on the internet about those two teams and probably watch a few games or highlights or previous data for both teams. It's free and well I don't want to place bets randomly even though it shows on the odds who has an advantage but it was an underdog and we are not sure what they are capable of.

That is the sensible way to go about this, however not everyone enjoys researching the matches and try to choose the team that has the best odds to win the game, they prefer to gamble and take risks and as long as they keep control of their capital going for the underdog can be a good way to enjoy their gambling while at the same time have some decent shoot a multiplying their capital, personally this is not my betting style but I can understand the people that think that way.

[Fredomago]

If I'm not really familiar with a match and I only have few coins left I would definitely not go with the underdog since I really don't care whether I lose or not but if I have a decent amount of bet and there's no other events to place bet on then of course I will try to dig more information in regards with the underdog, we are not sure what they are capable at and they might have a chance on winning.

In my case if ever I am not really familiar with a match I am not going to bet even a few coins but of course there's an exceptional depend on how hype the game is. In the same case like having an interest to bet in an unfamiliar match I would always go choose to bet on the crowd favorite but I'd still going to make my own research about the game so it would depend on what the players recent records, skills, potential and capability too

You are a conservative type of gambler, as even for yolo you'll not go to be a careless one but instead you will either go for favorites or research for much deeper information. No doubt that there are other gamblers who have the same thinking or same mindset as yours. Even in a small amount of spare, they will still value their bets.

Not sure if that's something inside them, a pride maybe, or they just don't want to gamble the same way or they always think that it's better to gamble with chances of winning.

Whatever the reason behind, it's always two sides. Opinions are a base from experience and we do have our own one.

[herurist]

If I have some spare amount and wanted to place bets of unknown matches? First thing I will do is to make a simple search on the internet about those two teams and probably watch a few games or highlights or previous data for both teams. It's free and well I don't want to place bets randomly even though it shows on the odds who has an advantage but it was an underdog and we are not sure what they are capable of.

That is the sensible way to go about this, however not everyone enjoys researching the matches and try to choose the team that has the best odds to win the game, they prefer to gamble and take risks and as long as they keep control of their capital going for the underdog can be a good way to enjoy their gambling while at the same time have some decent shoot a multiplying their capital, personally this is not my betting style but I can understand the people that think that way.

because indeed this is a pretty good choice to get a high prize.
on the other hand they think that this will make them get a different challenge because surely the sensation they have will be different.
regardless of the results it will be very difficult to predict but it would be better to try something high risk with a win that is certainly bigger.

[Doell]

for now if that's is me ,of course I want choose more odds and it's all about gambling for faster profits! and I think also if lose is that's win a delayed ! and there no opportunity to analyze then I must dare to make decisions about losing and winning later affairs too but if there is another choice on next day and waiting for that choice ,then I will wait for it ! x play safe in half balance is better

[DoublerHunter]

If I'm not really familiar with a match and I only have few coins left I would definitely not go with the underdog since I really don't care whether I lose or not but if I have a decent amount of bet and there's no other events to place bet on then of course I will try to dig more information in regards with the underdog, we are not sure what they are capable at and they might have a chance on winning.

In my case if ever I am not really familiar with a match I am not going to bet even a few coins but of course there's an exceptional depend on how hype the game is. In the same case like having an interest to bet in an unfamiliar match I would always go choose to bet on the crowd favorite but I'd still going to make my own research about the game so it would depend on what the players recent records, skills, potential and capability too

^ A very wise decision and yet, not all underdogs odds have a chance to win.
So here comes that all are expected that the team or player will be loose but we always have an unexpected result which is possible that the team or player that has an underdog could be a win and the crowd odds will be loose. It could be 10% of winning over 100 and there is a small chance that only you will or it could be based on luck. But there are gamblers who want to take a high risk, they choose the underdog over the crowd's favorite one. Nevertheless, this case on mine has a case-to-case basis and it could be based on my research.

[ene1980]

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In my case if ever I am not really familiar with a match I am not going to bet even a few coins but of course there's an exceptional depend on how hype the game is. In the same case like having an interest to bet in an unfamiliar match I would always go choose to bet on the crowd favorite but I'd still going to make my own research about the game so it would depend on what the players recent records, skills, potential and capability too

In sports you can expect an upset anytime, i always follow the fitness level of the main players if it is a team sport and if it is individual sport, the same the fitness level and when was their last game and how they performed.

Sometimes you get lucky as the odds maker gives you a champion as an underdog because of the opponents hype.

[Mahanton]

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In my case if ever I am not really familiar with a match I am not going to bet even a few coins but of course there's an exceptional depend on how hype the game is. In the same case like having an interest to bet in an unfamiliar match I would always go choose to bet on the crowd favorite but I'd still going to make my own research about the game so it would depend on what the players recent records, skills, potential and capability too

In sports you can expect an upset anytime, i always follow the fitness level of the main players if it is a team sport and if it is individual sport, the same the fitness level and when was their last game and how they performed.

Sometimes you get lucky as the odds maker gives you a champion as an underdog because of the opponents hype.

Upsets could really happen anytime yet there's no such thing about being   guaranteed win even though you could see that a certain fighter is really way too gap in terms or

ability or power or something like that because there are really indeed times which tables could turn upside down which means that the one you've been lookin which is
good might be beaten down by underdog.

This is why we do see several bettors did  really make out considerations  on betting to those who are less favorite due to some factors.

[Johnyz]

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In my case if ever I am not really familiar with a match I am not going to bet even a few coins but of course there's an exceptional depend on how hype the game is. In the same case like having an interest to bet in an unfamiliar match I would always go choose to bet on the crowd favorite but I'd still going to make my own research about the game so it would depend on what the players recent records, skills, potential and capability too

In sports you can expect an upset anytime, i always follow the fitness level of the main players if it is a team sport and if it is individual sport, the same the fitness level and when was their last game and how they performed.

Sometimes you get lucky as the odds maker gives you a champion as an underdog because of the opponents hype.

What’s the odds of winning for the underdog? Its too low to some players but if the underdog is also a good one considering his personal skills, then that could be a food underdog. Just like last on recent event on eSport, the winner on Dota is the underdog yet they are able to win the title. There’s a big risk on putting money to the underdog but if you see potential on them, why not place a bet.

[AmoreJaz]

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In my case if ever I am not really familiar with a match I am not going to bet even a few coins but of course there's an exceptional depend on how hype the game is. In the same case like having an interest to bet in an unfamiliar match I would always go choose to bet on the crowd favorite but I'd still going to make my own research about the game so it would depend on what the players recent records, skills, potential and capability too

In sports you can expect an upset anytime, i always follow the fitness level of the main players if it is a team sport and if it is individual sport, the same the fitness level and when was their last game and how they performed.

Sometimes you get lucky as the odds maker gives you a champion as an underdog because of the opponents hype.

What’s the odds of winning for the underdog? Its too low to some players but if the underdog is also a good one considering his personal skills, then that could be a food underdog. Just like last on recent event on eSport, the winner on Dota is the underdog yet they are able to win the title. There’s a big risk on putting money to the underdog but if you see potential on them, why not place a bet.

if you are a familiar with the sports, it is not hard to bet on underdog if you know their capability to get an upset of the game. just like in boxing, the recent upset that i placed bet was on sultan vs caraballo match, i didnt put much on sultan but i have the feeling that he can possibly pull off an upset, because he is a filipino boxer, and we know, a lot of filipino boxers are dominating inside the ring, even if they have decorated opponents.
so what am saying here is that this depends on the situation and sports, if you are familiar and know the players, you will be more comfortable placing bets on underdog.