Author: Caleb Reed

The odds are tiny, the excitement fizzles out. But what if I told you there’s a way to inject some serious spice into almost any match, making even seemingly one-sided contests genuinely thrilling? That's where handicap betting enters the scene. Whether you're checking the latest odds on a platform like Pavilion88 or just chatting about the weekend's games with your mates, understanding handicaps can totally change your betting game.

Ever watched a thrilling football match – maybe your favourite English Premier League team battling it out, or perhaps a crucial badminton final – and seen those numbers pop up next to the players or teams?...