Esports Betting Markets at Bet365

Bet365 covers a broad esports catalogue, letting you bet across ten competitive titles with pre-match and live markets available for every major event. Below are the disciplines currently available:

• Counter-Strike 2 (CS2);
• Dota 2;
• League of Legends;
• Valorant;
• Mobile Legends: Bang Bang;
• PUBG Mobile;
• King of Glory;
• Rocket League;
• StarCraft 2;
• Call of Duty.

The table below lists the most widely followed professional teams across each major esports title available at Bet365. Use this as a starting reference when assessing matchups and building your betting strategy.

The Bet365 mobile app brings the full esports betting experience to your smartphone. It is available as a native download for both Android and iOS devices, covering every market, live stream, and cash-out feature found on the desktop site.

New players at Bet365 India receive a 15% Welcome Bonus on their first deposit, up to a maximum of ₹4,000. To earn the maximum bonus, deposit ₹26,667 or more. This bonus credit can be applied to esports betting markets across all supported titles, including CS2, Dota 2, and Valorant.

Bonus funds are credited after the qualifying deposit is processed. Wagering requirements apply; review the full terms in the Promotions section of your account before depositing.

Steps to claim your Welcome Bonus:

1. Register your Bet365 account. Complete the sign-up form with your personal details and create a secure password.
2. Opt in to the Welcome Bonus. Tick the bonus opt-in checkbox on the deposit page before confirming your transaction.
3. Make your qualifying deposit. Fund your account using a supported INR payment method; the minimum qualifying deposit is ₹400.
4. Receive your bonus credit. The 15% bonus up to ₹4,000 is credited to your account automatically after the deposit is confirmed.
5. Use the bonus on esports markets. Navigate to the Esports section, select any available title, and your bonus balance is eligible for use on qualifying bets.

Bet365 offers a comprehensive range of esports bet types across all supported titles. The markets below are available in both pre-match and live formats, depending on the game and event.

Standard Markets:

• Match Winner: Back either team to win the full match or series;
• Map Winner: Bet on which team wins a specific map within a match;
• Correct Map Score: Predict the exact series scoreline (e.g., 2-0 or 2-1);
• Handicap Betting: Back a team with a map or round head start to level the odds;
• Total Maps Over/Under: Bet on whether a series goes above or below a set number of maps;
• Total Rounds Over/Under: Available in CS2 and Valorant; predict whether total rounds exceed or fall short of the posted line;
• First Blood/First Kill: Back the team to secure the opening kill of a match;
• First Tower/First Dragon/First Roshan: Objective-specific bets available in LoL and Dota 2.

Live In-Play Betting:

Live esports betting at Bet365 lets you place bets as the action unfolds. Odds update in real time after each round, kill, or objective. Cash Out is available on selected live esports markets, letting you settle your bet early for a guaranteed return before the match concludes.

Outright Betting:

Outright markets let you back a team to win an entire tournament before it begins. Outrights are available for major competitions including The International, LoL Worlds, CS2 Majors, and Valorant Champions.

Profitable esports betting combines game knowledge with disciplined staking. The tips below apply across all titles and can be built into your regular betting process starting from your first wager.

• Set a fixed bankroll. Allocate a specific INR amount to esports betting and never exceed it. A common starting point is staking 1-5% of your total bankroll per bet;
• Specialise in one or two titles. Deeper knowledge of CS2 or Dota 2 gives you a sharper edge than spreading bets thinly across ten games;
• Check recent form over 10-15 matches. A team’s performance in their last 10-15 games is a stronger predictor than tournament history from three months ago;
• Review head-to-head records. Some teams consistently outperform their ranked position against specific opponents due to playstyle matchups;
• Track roster changes. Esports rosters shift frequently; a new player or stand-in can significantly change a team’s win probability;
• Compare Bet365 odds with opening lines. Significant odds movement before a match often signals sharp money or inside information about team conditions;
• Use live betting to react to in-game shifts. If a heavy favourite falls behind in the first map, live odds can present strong value on their comeback;
• Exploit outright markets early. Pre-tournament outright odds for events like The International or LoL Worlds are frequently more generous than match-by-match prices;
• Review patch notes before major events. Game balance updates in CS2, Dota 2, or Valorant can dramatically shift the competitive hierarchy;
• Keep a bet log. Record every wager with the market, odds, stake, and outcome to identify which disciplines and bet types generate positive returns for you.

Bet365 supports multiple INR payment methods for Indian players, covering both deposits and withdrawals. All transactions are processed in Indian Rupees, removing currency conversion fees.

Supported Deposit Methods:

• UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm);
• Net Banking;
• Debit Card (Visa, Mastercard);
• Bank Transfer;
• Skrill;
• Neteller.

Minimum Deposit: ₹400 across all supported methods.

Deposit Processing Time: Deposits via UPI and Net Banking are credited instantly in most cases.

Withdrawal Processing Times:

Factors That Can Affect Withdrawal Speed:

• Pending KYC document verification if identity checks are incomplete;
• Active bonus funds that have not yet met the applicable wagering requirements;
• Bank processing delays during public holidays or weekends;
• Additional security checks triggered by large or first-time withdrawals.

All withdrawal requests are reviewed by Bet365’s security team before funds are released. Completing your KYC verification in advance is the most reliable way to avoid delays.