For example, 3/1 odds mean you profit three times the amount you wagered. AR$1 bet at 3/1 would pay outR$4 in total, or aR$3 profit and yourR$1 original wager. Conversely, 1/3 odds mean you profit a third of what you wagered. AR$30 bet on 1/3 odds would returnR$40 total, or aR$10 profit and yourR$10 original wager.
1) Team/player Performance: Bookies closely analyze the performance of teams and players involved in a particular event. They assess recent form, past results, and overall skill levels. Stronger teams or players are likely to have lower odds, reflecting their higher chances of winning.