Basics & OddsBetting Odds
Understanding Betting Odds
Betting odds tell you two things: how likely an outcome is and how much you can win.
Decimal Odds (most common)
Most East African bookmakers display decimal odds. To calculate your potential return:
Return = Stake × Decimal Odds
Example
Arsenal listed at 2.10. You bet KES 1,000.
Return = 1,000 × 2.10 = KES 2,100 (profit of KES 1,100).
Return = 1,000 × 2.10 = KES 2,100 (profit of KES 1,100).
Fractional Odds (UK style)
Written as 11/10 — means you win 11 units for every 10 staked.
American Odds
Positive (+110) = profit on KES 100 stake. Negative (-110) = stake needed to win KES 100.
| Format | Example | KES 1,000 Returns |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal | 2.10 | KES 2,100 |
| Fractional | 11/10 | KES 2,100 |
| American | +110 | KES 2,100 |
Quick tip
Decimal odds below 2.00 mean the bookmaker favours that outcome. Above 2.00 means it's considered unlikely.
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