Sports betting: getting started, min/max bet and max payout

Here at PokerStars Sports, you can bet on many sports events worldwide. Here’s a handy how-to guide to using our sports betting service to get you up and running.

What is sports betting?

Making your first wager is easy if you have yet to try betting on our Sports platform. First, find a sporting event you want to bet on, then place your money on the outcome that you think will happen. The goal is to win by making the correct prediction.

Where can I see which sports I can bet on?

Tap on ‘Sports’ at the top to see a list of the sporting markets we offer where you are. Choose ‘A-Z’ on the right to see the whole list.

If you‘re looking for a sport or market not shown on the website, contact us with your recommendation.

Why do some events have more information than others?

Some events show extra information such as scores, time passed, yellow cards and so on. We always do our best to display information that is 100% correct. It is just for information though and you shouldn‘t use it to place bets.

The odds you see on the bet slip are correct. You should bet based on the odds, not the extra information, which can be slower to update.

What‘s the minimum and maximum bet I can place?

The minimum bet depends on the event but can range from ($/£/€)0.01 to ($/£/€)0.10. The minimum bet can vary depending on your location.

To see the maximum bet you can place, choose ‘(max)’ in the bet slip next to the selection.

The maximum bet also varies depending on how popular the market is. For example, the maximum bet will be far higher on Premier League football matches than on lower league games.

If you want an increase in your stake, let us know what you’re trying to bet on. Include the following information - which sport, league, markets and competition. Please attach a screen capture of what happens when you try to bet and hit the maximum.

What's the maximum payout I can get from a bet?

All bets have a maximum payout for any one customer on any one day. This is regardless of stakes, odds, or the number of winnings.

To find the maximum payout on all sports, check out 'Maximum payouts' at the bottom of this page under 'Sports'.

These limits apply at our discretion and can be changed anytime.

Do I have a separate balance for placing bets?

You use one account for all our games at PokerStars. For example, you can bet on Sports using the same funds you would use to enter a Poker tournament.

Check out this page to see how you can deposit and withdraw wherever you are.