ESports have long since ceased to be just ‘fun for gamers’. This is especially true in Bangladesh, where every second person has PUBG Mobile installed on their phone, and the Dota 2 or CS 2 finals are watched almost like cricket. Following the interest in the games themselves, interest in betting on them has also grown. So much so that eSports betting is now competing with cricket betting sites. But if you think that eSports betting is just a matter of clicking on the odds and waiting to win, we advise you to read this article to the end. Because it’s much more complicated than it seems.
First, Forget That These are Just Games
The main trap for beginners is to think that because they play CS 2 themselves or watch live streams on YouTube, they understand everything and can bet without any preparation. But eSports tournaments are, in essence, professional sports. And if you don’t know which players have left the team to join the army or which players changed teams the day before the tournament, your bet is a guess.
Here’s a simple example. A player from Chittagong bet on FaZe Clan to win the final. The team was indeed in excellent form. But the guy didn’t notice that they had a substitute playing in the decisive match. The result was that he lost 500 BDT in literally 10 minutes. So it doesn’t matter if you’ve played the game yourself — what matters is whether you follow the eSports betting scene as an analyst.
What Bets are Available in eSports
In eSports, bets are not only available in the ‘Win/Lose’ format. To understand what you can bet on, here is a short list:
| Betting Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Match outcome | Standard, who will win |
| Total cards | How many cards will there be in the match (usually in best-of-3) |
| First blood/first kill | This is especially relevant for CS 2, Dota 2 and other competitive games where the goal is to eliminate your opponent |
| Victory on the map | You can even bet on who will win the second map, for example |
| Handicap | If a team is weaker, bookmakers give it a handicap in rounds or frags |
Each bet requires an understanding of the situation. Don’t make a choice just because the odds are very favourable. Sometimes it’s just a trap for the inexperienced.
When a Game Update Breaks the Meta: What You Need to Know About Patches
To the average viewer, it may seem like teams are playing the same way they did yesterday. But in eSports, that doesn’t work. Here, a single line in a patch note can completely upset the balance of power. This is especially true for Dota 2, CS 2 and League of Legends.
Here’s an example: in Dota 2, an update is released that reduces the power of one of the popular heroes (for example, Bristleback). The entire team that built their strategy around him suddenly loses their advantage. And if you place a bet based on their past victories, you are betting on the old meta, which no longer works.
Why is this important for players from Bangladesh? Because most of our players place bets based on past statistics, without considering that the game could have changed in just a day.
To avoid this trap, it is useful to:
- Check sites like Dotabuff, HLTV or OP.GG, where you can see the current meta trends;
- Read brief patch reviews on Reddit, Discord or analytical channels;
- Don’t bet on a team’s first 1-2 games after a major patch — they need time to adapt;
- Don’t rely on betting sites’ odds in the first few days after an update — they don’t always have time to react to balance changes.
This is another thing that separates beginners from pros. eSports is a living environment, and if you play by yesterday’s rules, you’re already one step behind.
What’s Really Important If You’re from Bangladesh and Betting from Your Phone
Everything written in articles like ‘How to bet on eSports’ is mostly copy-paste. We have our own reality. Here are some general tips we recommend following:
- The app should be fast and not glitchy, especially for live betting. Mostbet, Melbet and 4rabet are currently at the top here;
- bKash or Nagad are a must. If these payment methods are not available, look for another operator.
- Learn the basics of bankroll management and never neglect them. This is the best insurance against big losses.
- Follow tournaments on Telegram channels. Updates often appear there faster than on the bookmaker’s website.
- Don’t place bets when you’re stuck in traffic on your way home and glancing at the stream out of the corner of your eye. It’s better to skip live betting altogether than to lose your bankroll because you clicked the wrong button.
How Not to Lose Your Entire Bankroll in One Tournament
This is where many people get burned. They see a high-profile match and bet 1,000 BDT because ‘well, it’s obvious.’ And then it turns out that:
- The team has moved to another region and they have a lag in ping;
- One player is sick and their game is falling apart;
- The match no longer matters — the team has advanced and there is no motivation.
It’s better to bet small amounts. Even if you have 2,000 BDT in your wallet, divide your bankroll into at least 10-15 bets. Yes, the winnings will be smaller, but it won’t hurt as much if you lose. And by the way, never bet on 5-match accumulators just for the sake of a big payout. That’s not analysis, that’s gambling.
Last But Not Least, Don’t Get Caught up in the Hype.
eSports tournaments can create a lot of excitement. And when everyone is saying, ‘This team is definitely going to win!’ — stop and think. Who is saying this? The sponsor of the tournament? A streamer with a contract with a bookmaker?
It’s better to read a neutral review than listen to someone’s emotions. A successful player is not someone who bets on big names, but someone who sees that the underdog really has a better chance today. These are the basics of responsible betting that are important to follow.
Let’s Sum Up
eSports is not just a game. It is a multi-million dollar industry where betting requires the same approach as in football or cricket. It doesn’t matter if you play the game yourself. What matters is how you analyse, manage your bankroll, choose the right moment to bet and know when to stop.
If you are ready to play smart, not with your emotions, then eSports offers excellent opportunities. But if you still think that simply betting on your favourite team is enough, that is a short but expensive road to travel.
