Single
One selection. Settlement depends on that one outcome.
Superbet Research Guide
Superbet Odds & Bet Types
Learn odds formats and common bet-type mechanics before using the sportsbook.
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Direct answer
How decimal odds work
With decimal odds, the displayed number represents total return per unit staked if the bet wins, including the original stake. A $10 stake at decimal odds of 2.50 has a potential total return of $25 and a potential profit of $15.
Worked calculations
Three examples
| Stake | Decimal odds | Potential total return | Potential profit |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | 1.80 | $18.00 | $8.00 |
| $10 | 2.50 | $25.00 | $15.00 |
| $25 | 3.20 | $80.00 | $55.00 |
Implied probability
Turn decimal odds into a probability estimate
The simple implied-probability formula is 1 ÷ decimal odds. For 2.50, that is 1 ÷ 2.50 = 0.40, or 40%. This is a mathematical conversion of the price, not a prediction that the event has a true 40% chance.
Bet types
Common structures
Multiple / accumulator
Several selections combined. Generally all legs must win unless operator rules say otherwise.
Handicap
An adjusted scoring line used to create a betting comparison between sides.
Total
A bet on whether a combined event statistic finishes over or under a line.
Rule precedence
Always check settlement rules
Void bets, abandoned events, dead heats, overtime and market-specific settlement can be handled differently. The operator’s current betting rules control those cases.