What “Asian Handicap 0” Means
- Asian Handicap 0 is basically the same as a “Draw No Bet” market.
- You’re betting on a team to win, but if the match ends in a draw, you get your stake refunded (no win, no loss).
- This bet completely removes the draw as a losing outcome.
How It Works with a Team Example
Let’s use Arsenal vs Chelsea as our example:
- You place a bet on Arsenal (Asian Handicap 0).
- Outcomes:
- If Arsenal wins, your bet wins at the given odds.
- If Chelsea wins, your bet loses.
- If the match ends in a draw, your stake is refunded.
It’s basically like betting “Arsenal to win” but with a safety net if it ends in a draw.
Example with Odds:
- Arsenal (0 AH) @ 1.90
- Chelsea (0 AH) @ 1.95
You stake $100 on Arsenal (AH 0):
- Arsenal wins → You get $100 x 1.90 = $190 back (profit $90).
- Match ends draw → You get your $100 stake back.
- Chelsea wins → You lose $100.
Why Bettors Use This Market
- It’s less risky than betting a straight win (1X2) because the draw returns your stake.
- Good when you think a team is slightly stronger but not certain they’ll win.
- Great for matches expected to be tight or where you think the team might at least avoid losing.
Betting Tips for Asian Handicap 0
- Check Team Form & Motivation
– Use AH 0 when you believe a team won’t lose but a draw is possible (e.g., both teams are strong defensively). - Look at Injury/Rotation News
– If key players are missing, AH 0 gives a cushion in case the game ends level. - Compare with Draw No Bet Odds
– Often AH 0 odds are exactly the same as “Draw No Bet” markets. Choose whichever offers higher odds. - Best for Away Teams Slightly Favored
– If an away team is in form but the home team is strong at home, AH 0 is a safer bet than the away win. - Avoid Low-Value Odds
– Make sure the odds justify the risk. If the odds are too low, you’re not gaining much from the safety net.
Quick Recap Table
| Outcome | Arsenal AH 0 Bet | Chelsea AH 0 Bet |
|---|---|---|
| Arsenal Wins | Win | Lose |
| Draw | Refund | Refund |
| Chelsea Wins | Lose | Win |
Would you like me to make a visual chart showing how Asian Handicap 0 compares to -0.5 and +0.5 bets? (It makes the differences really easy to see.)