What is Asian Handicap +1.25/-1.25 in Betting?

Asian handicap +1.25 and -1.25 (aka split handicap) is a quarter-line bet that gives you two chances to win by splitting your stake between two handicaps: 1 and 1.5.

For example, if you bet on Asian handicap +1.25, you split it like this:

• 50% of your stake is placed on a handicap +1.
• The remaining 50% is on a handicap +1.5.

This betting option can lead to 4 different scenarios, depending on the final score and the handicap you’ve chosen: win, lose, half-win, or half-lose.

Asian Handicap -1.25/+1.25 at 1xBet

Note: The sign (+ or -) before the number indicates which team has the advantage or disadvantage. The number (1.25) shows the size of the edge.

The way Asian Handicap 1.25 is labeled can vary depending on the bookie, so it might not always look the same. For example:

• Asian Handicap (+1.5, +1) or (-1.5, -1)
• Asian Handicap 1.25 or -1.25

How Does Handicap +1.25/-1.25 Work?

• Positive Handicap +1.25: Your team begins with a 1.25-goal advantage. A win or a draw, and your bet pays off. If they lose by one goal, you only lose half your stake.
• Negative Handicap -1.25: Your team starts with a 1.25-goal deficit. They must win by at least two goals for a full payout. If they win by one, you get half your stake back.

A Real-Life Scenario of Handicap +1.25/-1.25 Betting in Football

Picture this: Napoli and Roma are facing off on the pitch, and you’ve got a hunch that Roma’s going to put up a good fight. So, you decide to back them with a $200 stake and an Asian Handicap of +1.25, at odds of 2.3. Here’s how it plays out:

• Half of your bet ($100) goes on the 1-line.
• The other half ($100) goes on the 1.5-line.

Now, let’s look at the different scenarios:

Now, if Roma pulls off a win or even snags a draw, you’re in the money – both parts of your bet come through, and that $200 blossoms into $460.

But let’s say Roma only loses by 1 goal. It’s not all doom and gloom because while the first half of your bet pushes and you get that $100 back, the second half wins, netting you $230. So, even in defeat, Roma’s spirited performance means a portion of your wager finds its way back to your pocket.

Pros and Cons of Asian Handicap +1.25/-1.25

Keep in mind: the score that counts is the one at the final whistle of regulation time. Extra time and penalty shootouts? They typically don’t count. So, before you place your hard-earned cash on that bet, always check with your bookie.

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