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Modern Sports Competitions and Championships in Kabaddi
Although this sport may seem exotic to Europeans and its rules may appear intricate, to Indians for whom kabaddi is a national sport, there is no need to explain the obvious truths. However, not every supporter of this sport knows about the key tournaments and leagues that can be subject to betting.
A brief list of the most prestigious kabaddi tournaments:
PKL
Pro Kabaddi League. It was established in 2014 and is one of the most prestigious kabaddi leagues. All teams aspiring to be recognized as professionals aim to compete in it. The league conducts competitions in various formats, including matches according to the league table and playoffs involving multiple matches between two teams, with the losing team being eliminated from the competition. The use of multiple formats provides broader opportunities for betting.
The popularity of PKL matches attracts close attention from sports journalists. Therefore, there is no shortage of information, both statistical and current, about the condition of players and teams. Betting on PKL matches invariably includes not only predicting the outcomes but also identifying the best defenders and raiders.
Asian Games
Kabaddi was included in the list of sports competitions at the Asian Games in 1990. Here, the Indian national team has been the undisputed favorite for many years in a row. Therefore, in betting on matches involving this team, Asian handicaps prevail, predominantly. The structure of the tournaments allows for bets not only on match totals but also on some specific outcomes. In particular, on the number of points scored.
World Cup
Despite its grandiose name, this type of competition is not exclusively a major sporting event for the global community. It is predominantly of interest to Asian countries and, to some extent, countries in Latin America. They field quite strong national teams, which, however, cannot compete on equal terms with the Asian teams.
The action line for Kabaddi World Cup betting also leaves something to be desired. It mainly consists of totals on outcomes, both as singles and accumulators. Matches involving the Indian national team have a more diverse action line, where you can bet on the best raider, point spreads, etc.
SKL
The Pakistan Super League was formed in 2018. Currently, it is one of the most popular leagues in the region, second only to the Indian Professional League PKL. The format of SKL closely mirrors the Indian league, so similar types of bets are used here. Matches are dynamic, characterized by intense gameplay and fierce competition. Analyzing them can be quite challenging, so it is recommended to hedge bets.
Asian Championship
It is the premier international sporting event for kabaddi, where the best teams from the continent participate. The range of bets here is one of the widest. Starting from simple win-lose singles and ending with individual awards for the best players, bets on the total number of points with consideration for handicaps, and so on. When betting on the Asian Championship, it is essential to remember the psychological factor. No matter how much a bettor wants to support their team, it’s better to make a bet with a clear head after carefully analyzing the likely outcome of the game.
Specifics of Kabaddi Betting
The rules of kabaddi and the specifics of match conduct allow for the use of both common bets and specific ones that are not found in any other sport.
The most popular types include the following:
Team to Win the Match
The easiest to understand and therefore the most popular bet. To predict this bet, it is necessary to analyze the current physical form of the players. Especially important is the presence of injuries, as kabaddi is a relatively injury-prone sport. The field factor has less influence on the outcome. Whether the match is played at home or away matters to a lesser extent.
Best Raider
This type of bet is placed on individual players. The bet can be made on how many raid points a player will earn in a single raid, in a single match, or throughout the entire tournament. As the name suggests, bets on a “single breath” are typically made in live mode while watching the match, while bets on the best Raider of the tournament are usually longer-lasting. These bets can be based on absolute performance or linked to a specific team.
Best Tackler
Despite being the opposite role of players in the team, overall, bets on the best tackler do not differ much from the previous ones. The focus is on quantitative indicators related to defensive parameters.
Point Spread
This is a typical bet for international competitions involving the Indian national team or clubs. Considering the extremely high level of players, significant handicaps are provided for outsiders from other countries.
Winning in the First Half
This type of bet is also typical for live betting. Considering the brevity and high dynamics of the matches, this bet is extremely popular for those who expect quick results.
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