In the world of sports and esports betting certain terminologies exist that help the bettor better communicate their bets. Certain terminologies like bet line, point spread, etc exist. Today we’re focusing on the term ‘push‘ and just exactly what is a push in betting.
What is a Push in Betting?
In sports and esports betting, a “push” occurs when a bet results in a tie, meaning neither the bettor nor the house wins. In this case, the bettor gets their original wager back but doesn’t receive any winnings. This can occur if the point spread or the money line results in a tie score at the end of the game or event.
A push is essentially a “no action” result and is considered a neutral outcome in sports betting. For a push to occur certain conditions must be met in various betting, they are:
- Point Spread Betting: When the final score results in a tie after the point spread has been applied. For example, if the spread is 3 points and the final score is equal to the spread, then it is considered a push.
- Money Line Betting: When the final score results in a tie, the bet is considered a push, and the original wager is returned to the bettor.
- Totals (Over/Under) Betting: When the total points scored in a game are exactly equal to the betting line, then it is considered a push and the bettor’s original wager is returned.
Read also: What is handicap in betting?
It’s important to note that not all sports and events have the possibility of a push. Some betting markets, like prop bets, do not have the possibility of a push.
Examples of a Push in Betting
To better help you understand the concept of a push in esports betting, we’ll provide an example of a push in esports.
Let’s say a bettor places a wager on a League of Legends match between two teams, Fnatic and Team Liquid. The betting line sets the over/under total kills at 50.5. If the final score of the match results in exactly 50 kills, then the bet is considered a push, and the bettor’s original wager is returned. Neither the bettor nor the house wins in this case.
This example shows how a push can occur in an over/under total betting market in esports. The conditions for a push may vary depending on the specific betting market and the rules of the bookmaker, so it’s important to always check the rules before placing a bet, and you can find more information on how to do this In our betting guides.
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