Imagine a betting strategy where you cannot lose.
It sounds like a scam, but it is a mathematical reality. It is called Arbitrage Betting or "Arbing".

What is an Arb?

An Arb occurs when two different bookmakers disagree on the odds of an event.
If the difference is big enough, you can bet on Team A at Site 1 and Team B at Site 2, and lock in a profit.

Example Scenario:

  • Site A: India to Win @ 2.10
  • Site B: India to Loose (Backing Opponent) @ 2.10

If you bet 1000 BDT on both sides:

  • Total Stake: 2000 BDT.
  • Return (regardless of who wins): 2100 BDT.
  • Profit: 100 BDT (Risk-Free).
Arbitrage Odds Example

How to find Arbs in Bangladesh

In Bangladesh, the best way to find Arbs is to compare Soft Bookmakers (like 1xBet, Melbet) against the Boro Jeet Exchange.
Soft books are often slow to change their odds. The Exchange moves fast.

  1. Check Exchange: See the "Lay" price for a team.
  2. Check Sportsbooks: See if the "Back" price is higher than the Lay price.
  3. Execute: Bet on both simultaneously.

The Risks (Warning!)

  1. Account Limits: Soft bookmakers are not stupid. If you only bet on arbs, they will limit your stake to 50 BDT very quickly (Gubbed).
  2. Price Change: Odds change in seconds. You might place the first bet, but before you place the second, the odds drop. Now you have a naked position.
  3. Void Bets: If a bookie realizes they made a "Palpable Error" (obvious mistake), they might void your winning bet, leaving you with a huge loss on the other side.

Conclusion

Arbing is a great way to build a bankroll quickly, but it is not a long-term career. Eventually, your accounts will be limited.
For long-term Sustainability, Value Betting is superior.

Learn how to calculate fairness with the Duckworth-Lewis Method in our next guide Duckworth-Lewis (DLS) Method.