When you open an event on 1xBet, labels like “1,” “X,” “2,” “W1,” “W2,” and “Regular Time” may look simple, but they can be misunderstood. Misreading even one market can lead to a losing bet, even if your match prediction was basically right.
A practical 1xBet betting guide should explain what each result market really means, how similar labels differ, and how they apply in sports like football and basketball. Using clear examples is the best way to avoid common betting mistakes.
What 1X2 Means on 1xBet
1X2 is the foundational result market in sports betting. It covers the three possible outcomes of a match and labels them with numbers and a letter:
| Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1 | Home team wins |
| X | Draw (match ends level) |
| 2 | Away team wins |
That’s it. Three selections, one market. You back whichever outcome you expect, and if the match result matches your selection at the end of the specified time period, the bet wins.
| Match | Selection | Winning outcome | Losing outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azkals vs Ceres-Negros | 1 (Home Win) | Azkals win inside regular time | Draw or Ceres-Negros win |
The 1X2 market on 1xBet defaults to regular time only for most football markets – a detail that becomes critical in knockout competitions, which is covered in full in the Regular Time section below.
Why does the notation use 1, X, and 2 rather than Home, Draw, Away? The system originates from European football pools, where a three-column grid used these symbols on physical coupons. The notation carried over into digital platforms and became the global industry standard. Every major bookmaker worldwide uses the same labeling.
W1 and W2: What These Mean on 1xBet
W1 and W2 are shorthand for the two team-win outcomes in a two-way market – that is, a market where a draw is not possible or not offered.
| Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
| W1 | Team 1 (home or listed first) wins |
| W2 | Team 2 (away or listed second) wins |
You’ll encounter W1/W2 most commonly in:
- Basketball – NBA, PBA, and other professional leagues use overtime to resolve draws, so the “draw” outcome doesn’t exist. Markets are structured as W1/W2 only.
- Tennis – matches always produce a winner; no draw is possible.
- American Football – similar overtime rules eliminate the draw in most contexts.
- Some football markets – specifically Draw No Bet variants, where the draw is removed and only the two team outcomes remain.
| Match | W1 | W2 | Settlement |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Miguel Beermen vs Barangay Ginebra Kings | San Miguel at 1.65 | Ginebra at 2.20 | Final result counts, including overtime if necessary |
The distinction between W1/W2 and 1X2 is not cosmetic. In a W1/W2 market, no stake is lost to the draw outcome. In 1X2, backing either team means the draw is a third possible result that loses your stake entirely. Recognizing which format you’re looking at before confirming is a basic but important check.
What X Means on 1xBet
X is the draw outcome in a 1X2 market. Backing X means you expect the match to end level – same score for both teams at the end of the applicable time period.
X is exclusively a three-way market option. It does not appear in W1/W2 or two-way markets. When you see X on a 1xBet market, you are in a 1X2 structure, and the draw is a live possibility.
When does X apply?
- Football (association football / soccer) – draws are common; X is a standard third option across all main markets
- Rugby – draws occur occasionally; 1X2 markets include X
- Hockey – draws can occur in regular time before overtime; check whether the market specifies regular time or full duration including overtime
When does X not apply?
- Basketball, tennis, American football – these sports resolve to a definitive winner; X does not appear
- Draw No Bet markets – the draw is removed and staked refunded if a draw occurs; X is eliminated by design
- Asian Handicap markets – the structure eliminates draws by applying half-ball or quarter-ball lines
| Selection | Odds | Wins if |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Man City win) | 1.85 | Manchester City wins in regular time |
| X (Draw) | 3.60 | The match ends level at full time |
| 2 (Arsenal win) | 4.20 | Arsenal wins in regular time |
One practical note: X tends to carry better odds than the outright favorites in competitive matches. In matches where teams are closely matched and a draw is historically frequent – common in top European leagues and local PH football – the X can represent genuine value rather than a default concession.
1X2 vs Win 2-Way: What’s the Difference?
This is the market comparison that generates the most confusion among new bettors. The two formats look similar in name but differ structurally in a way that affects how your stake behaves when a match draws.
| Feature | 1X2 | Win 2-Way (W1/W2) |
|---|---|---|
| Outcomes offered | Three (Home / Draw / Away) | Two (Team 1 / Team 2) |
| Draw outcome | Loses stake if backed; loses stake on other selections too | No draw offered; resolved by overtime or excluded |
| Applicable sports | Football, rugby, hockey, others with possible draws | Basketball, tennis, American football, Draw No Bet variants |
| Odds structure | Three-way split; X typically highest odds of the three | Two-way split; odds reflect only two outcomes |
The critical practical difference
In a 1X2 market, backing the home team to win means three outcomes are in play – your team wins (bet wins), draw (bet loses), away team wins (bet loses). Two of the three outcomes lose your stake.
In a Win 2-Way (W1/W2) market, backing W1 means two outcomes are in play – your team wins (bet wins), or the other team wins (bet loses). No third outcome.
This is why W1/W2 odds are generally lower than the equivalent “1” or “2” in a 1X2 market on comparable matchups. You’re covering more of the probability space in a two-outcome structure, so the return per unit is smaller.
Never assume a “Team Wins” market includes or excludes draws without reading the market label. On 1xBet, the label and market name always specify which structure applies. If it shows three price options with X in the middle, it’s 1X2. If it shows two options labeled W1/W2, no draw applies.
What Regular Time Means on 1xBet
Regular time is one of the most important and most misread concepts in match betting. Getting this wrong – especially in knockout football competitions – is a consistent source of unexpected settlements for bettors who assumed otherwise.
Definition: Regular time refers to the standard duration of play for that sport, excluding any extra time, overtime periods, or penalty shootouts used to break ties in knockout or playoff formats.
For football
- Regular time = 90 minutes + stoppage/injury time added by the referee
- Regular time does not include extra time (30 minutes) or penalties
- A match that finishes 1-1 after 90 minutes, goes to extra time, and is decided by penalties – the regular time result is 1-1 (a draw)
This means that in a knockout cup match, backing “1” (Home Win) in a regular time 1X2 market does not win if the home team advances on penalties after a 90-minute draw. The regular time result was a draw – the bet settles on X.
For basketball
- Regular time = four quarters of standard play (40 minutes FIBA / 48 minutes NBA)
- Overtime periods are generally included in standard W1/W2 and match result markets unless the market specifies “Regular Time Only”
- Check the market label: “Match Winner” in basketball typically includes overtime; “Regular Time” is a separate, specifically labeled market
| Sport | Regular Time Includes | Regular Time Excludes |
|---|---|---|
| Football | 90 min + stoppage time | Extra time, golden goal, penalties |
| Basketball (standard) | 4 quarters | Not applicable for most markets |
| Basketball (Regular Time market) | 4 quarters only | Overtime periods |
| Tennis | Full match | N/A – no overtime equivalent |
| Hockey | Standard 60 minutes | Overtime, shootout |
| Scenario | Regular Time Result | Regular Time 1X2 settlement | To Qualify / To Advance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champions League match ends 1-1 after 90 minutes, then one team wins 2-1 in extra time | Draw | Team 1 Win loses, X wins | May still win for the team that advances |
Always check which time period the market specifies before placing. On 1xBet, the market name and information tab within the event detail the applicable period. When in doubt, click the (i) icon next to the market name.
How Double Chance Works
Double Chance is a result market that packages two of the three 1X2 outcomes into a single selection. It trades lower odds for broader coverage – a direct hedge against one of the three possible results.
| Selection | What it covers | When it wins | When it loses |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1X | Home win or draw | Home team wins OR match draws | Away team wins |
| 12 | Home win or away win | Either team wins | Match draws |
| X2 | Away win or draw | Away team wins OR match draws | Home team wins |
How odds compare to 1X2
Because you’re covering two outcomes instead of one, Double Chance odds are always lower than the individual outcomes within the 1X2 market. The platform prices the combined probability of two events occurring.
| Market | Selection | Odds | Only loses if |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | 1 (PSM win) | 2.10 | PSM does not win in regular time |
| 1X2 | X (Draw) | 3.20 | The match does not end level |
| 1X2 | 2 (Global Cebu win) | 3.50 | Global Cebu does not win in regular time |
| Double Chance | 1X (PSM win or draw) | approximately 1.30 | Global Cebu wins outright |
| Double Chance | 12 (Either team wins) | approximately 1.45 | The match draws |
| Double Chance | X2 (Global Cebu win or draw) | approximately 1.85 | PSM wins outright |
When does Double Chance make practical sense?
Double Chance suits scenarios where a draw is a genuine possibility but you’re confident one specific team won’t win. A strong away underdog who might hold on for a draw is a classic X2 scenario. A home favorite in a tight rivalry where a draw is likely but a loss feels unlikely suits 1X – you collect whether they win cleanly or grind to a stalemate.
Double Chance does not exist in W1/W2 markets. The structure requires three outcomes to function – where draws don’t exist, all selections already function as two-way bets.
Common Mistakes with These Markets
These errors appear consistently, particularly among bettors in their first few months on the platform.
| Mistake | What players get wrong | Why it matters | How to avoid it |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Assuming knockout football bets include extra time | Many players think 1X2 in cup or knockout matches covers extra time. | On 1xBet, Regular Time 1X2 is usually settled after 90 minutes only. Extra time does not count. | Check if the market says Regular Time or To Qualify / To Advance before betting. |
| 2. Confusing W1/W2 with 1X2 on multi-sport slips | Players mix a football 1X2 pick with a basketball W1/W2 pick and treat them the same. | Football has 3 outcomes: 1, X, 2. Basketball usually has 2 outcomes: W1, W2. A draw can ruin the football leg. | Always check whether the market is 2-way or 3-way before adding it to an accumulator. |
| 3. Backing the draw (X) in basketball markets | Some players expect a normal basketball match market to include X. | Standard basketball match betting on 1xBet usually does not include a draw option. | Verify the sport and the exact market scope before confirming the bet. |
| 4. Treating Double Chance 12 as “always safe” | Players think 12 means an easy win because it covers both teams. | Double Chance 12 still loses if the match ends in a draw. | Be careful in matches where draws are common, especially tight or defensive games. |
| 5. Misreading regular time in basketball | Players confuse Regular Time with Match Winner. | In basketball, Regular Time usually excludes overtime, while Match Winner often includes it. | Read the market title carefully, especially in close games that may go to OT. |
| Key rule | Players skip checking the market label. | Most settlement mistakes happen because the covered time period is misunderstood. | Before placing a bet, check the market name, covered time period, and the info icon (i). |
Before confirming any bet, read the market name and the match time period it covers. The information is always present – in the market label, the event detail tab, or the (i) icon next to the market. Five seconds of verification prevents the majority of settlement surprises.