Sports and Live Betting

Sports Betting on Major Events

At IvyBet Sportsbook you'll find traditional sports markets for singles, accumulators and in-play action. Bet on major leagues across soccer, hockey, basketball and more with live odds, pre-match markets and quick cashout options tailored for Canadian players. Register in minutes and use Interac or crypto for fast deposits.

Soccer

Full coverage for top domestic and international fixtures with pre-match and live markets. Popular bet types include match winner, totals and correct score.

• Premier League
• UEFA Champions League
• MLS
• Canadian Premier League

Basketball

Markets for straight bets, spreads and player props across major leagues and international competitions. Live lines update fast during games.

• NBA
• EuroLeague
• NCAA

Tennis

Match and set betting for ATP and WTA events with live in-play markets and game-by-game options. Suitable for both favourites and underdog plays.

• ATP Tour
• WTA Tour
• Grand Slams

Ice Hockey

At Ivy Bet Sportsbook you can stake on NHL games, totals, first goals and period markets. Canadian coverage includes NHL and junior competitions.

• NHL
• AHL
• IIHF

Baseball

Pre-game and live betting on run lines, totals and player props for North American and international leagues. Series and futures markets available in season.

• MLB
• Minor Leagues

American Football

Lines for spreads, totals and player props across pro and college football. CFL markets offered for Canadian matchups and futures.

• NFL
• CFL
• NCAA

Formula 1

Race winner, podium and head-to-head markets for every round of the championship. Qualifying and championship futures are supported.

• Formula 1
• F2

MMA

UFC and major promotions with moneyline, method of victory and round betting. Live odds for key fights during events.

• UFC
• Bellator

Boxing

Pre-match and in-play markets including winner, rounds and method of victory. Title fights and undercard betting are available.

• World Title Fights
• Regional Cards

Golf

Coverage for stroke play events with tournament winner, top 10 and head-to-head markets. Major championships and PGA Tour events featured.

• PGA Tour
• The Masters
• Ryder Cup

Cricket

Match and series markets for international and T20 leagues, including pre-match totals and player performance bets. Live updates for in-play scoring.

• ICC Events
• IPL
• Big Bash

Cycling

Markets for stage winners, overall classification and head-to-head rider matchups during major tours. Seasonal events add futures options.

• Tour de France
• Giro d'Italia
• Vuelta a España

Betting on Esports Events

IvyBet Sportsbook offers esports markets alongside the regular sports line-up. Bet pre-match and live markets on major video-game competitions, follow odds for CS2, Dota 2, League of Legends and more, and track big tournaments from group stage to finals, all in CAD with in-play updates.

• CS2: Strong pro circuit with tactical matches, markets for ESL Pro League and IEM events, including match and map betting plus live odds.
• Dota 2: A large competitive scene centred on The International and regional majors, with markets for match winners, maps and tournament futures.
• League of Legends: Pro leagues like the LEC and Worlds drive steady markets, offering pre-match lines, futures and in-play options.
• Valorant: Fast-paced team play featured in the Valorant Champions Tour and Masters stops, with match results, map handicaps and live rounds markets.
• Call of Duty: Franchised league action in the Call of Duty League and seasonal majors, with series outcomes and map betting available.
• Rainbow Six Siege: Tactical best-of series at events such as the Six Invitational, plus online leagues and live map markets during tournaments.
• Rocket League: High-scoring RLCS matches and regional cups, offering match odds, over/under goals markets and in-play wagering.
• StarCraft II: Classic 1v1 RTS action for the StarCraft II World Championship Series, with match and handicap betting on major LAN events.
• EA Sports FC: Club-based competitions and seasonal cups, with markets including match odds and special markets for major virtual tournaments.
• Overwatch 2: Team-based leagues and event play with map and match markets, live odds available at Ivy Bet during major tournaments.

Special Betting Markets

<IvyBet also offers betting markets beyond traditional sports, with special events, politics, entertainment and prediction-style wagers for Canadian players.

Special Bets

Place wagers on one-off events like weather outcomes, cryptocurrency price moves, celebrity headlines and major economic announcements, with fixed odds and simple markets.

Prediction Markets

Ivy Bet prediction markets let you trade probabilities for outcomes such as crypto price ranges, unemployment reports, or box-office results, suitable for short-term speculative bets.

Politics and Entertainment

Bet on political elections, leadership races and referendum outcomes, or pick winners for entertainment awards, TV series finales and music-chart milestones across Canadian and international events.

Beginner-Friendly Sports Betting

New to betting? At IvyBet we recommend starting with sports that have simple rules and familiar competitions. Clear match formats make it easier to follow events and learn the basics without getting overwhelmed.

• Football: Popular leagues like the CFL and NFL have fixed match durations and simple scorelines, making pre-match and live markets easy to follow for new bettors.
• Tennis: Matches are one-on-one with clear scoring and tournament formats; Grand Slams and ATP/WTA events are familiar and easy to track.
• Basketball: NBA and international games use four quarters and visible point totals, so outcomes and live momentum are straightforward to understand.
• Ice Hockey: NHL and junior leagues have a three-period structure and clear scoring; the rules are familiar to many Canadian fans and easy to follow.
• Baseball: MLB games feature innings and clear win/loss outcomes; the slower pace gives newcomers time to follow stats, game flow and events.
• Formula 1: Race weekends split into qualifying and race day, so following finishing positions and podiums is simple even for new users.
• Boxing: Single-match cards with clear verdicts (winner or draw) mean results are easy to interpret, and major title fights are widely broadcast.
• MMA: Event cards list fights in order with straightforward outcomes; Ivy Bet shows major promotions such as UFC and Bellator, making it easy to keep track.

Popular Types of Bets

IvyBet offers a variety of sportsbook bet types for Canadian players. Choose simple match-result wagers or explore totals, handicaps, player markets and multi-leg bets. Both pre-match and live betting are supported, with popular markets for score lines, tournament winners and accumulators across major sports.

• Match result: Pick home, away or draw for a single game. Payouts are determined after full-time or extra time where stated.
• Totals: Bet on combined points or goals being over or under a set number. Lines are set before the event and can change in live markets.
• Handicap betting: Give one side a virtual advantage to balance odds. Popular in football and hockey to even out matches.
• Player or event bets: Wager on individual performance such as goals, assists or total points. These markets focus on players or specific match events.
• Score markets: Back exact score lines or half-time/full-time combinations. These pay higher odds and suit pinpoint predictions.
• Accumulators: Combine multiple selections into one bet for bigger odds. All legs must win for a payout and you can mix sports.
• Live betting: Place bets while the event is in progress with updated odds. Ivy Bet supports live markets for many fixtures and offers quick settlements.
• Tournament winner: Pick the overall winner for a competition or season. These markets run across leagues, cups and major tournaments.

Live Sports Streaming

IvyBet offers live sports streaming tied directly to live betting so you can follow matches from your account while markets update in real time. Selected events show a play icon in the sportsbook and open a live player alongside in-play markets, letting you watch and react to changing odds without leaving the page.

At Ivy Bet the stream player often includes live statistics and event tracking, so you can monitor scores, possession, and key moments while checking markets. Streaming availability is limited to eligible fixtures and may vary by event and region, so look for the streaming icon on match listings.

1. Check upcoming events: Open the Sportsbook and switch to Live or Upcoming to see which matches are scheduled and which may carry streams.
2. Find the stream icon: Look for the small play icon beside a fixture—that marks matches with live streaming available.
3. Open live betting: Click the fixture to load the live market page; odds and markets will appear next to the player area.
4. Select the event: Choose the specific market you want to follow and the inline player will stay visible as you browse markets.
5. Start the stream: Tap the play button in the player to begin watching, then use the market panel to place live bets while you follow the action.

Sports Odds and Potential Payouts

At IvyBet sportsbook, odds show the implied probability of an outcome and give a quick sense of how likely an event is to happen. Odds also let you see potential payouts before placing a bet, so you can compare markets and expected returns at a glance. Live betting markets update in real time, so quoted odds can change as play unfolds and new information arrives.

On Ivy Bet you can switch display formats to suit your preference — decimal, fractional, or American are supported in the odds settings. Higher odds typically mean a larger potential return but a lower implied probability, while lower odds indicate a more likely outcome with a smaller payout. Use the odds view to compare markets and check potential returns without complex calculations.

Sports Betting Strategy Guide

IvyBet Sportsbook gives straightforward insights and practical predictions for major sporting events across hockey, basketball, soccer and more. Use our simplified previews to compare odds, spot recent form and check markets that suit your style, whether you prefer pre-match bets or live betting during the game. Stay informed and bet responsibly.

• Review recent form: check each team’s last five matches to see winning streaks, scoring trends and any sudden drops in performance before you place a pre-match wager.
• Check injuries and suspensions: confirm squad news and last-minute lineup changes, because key absences can change the odds and the best market for a bet.
• Use head-to-head and home/away records: some teams perform very differently at home versus on the road, so compare recent meetings and venue form when setting stake size.
• Explore markets beyond the match winner: totals, handicaps and player props often offer more value or clearer favourites. Combine basic stats like shots, possession and expected goals to guide your choice.
• Manage your bankroll: set a fixed stake per bet, limit daily losses and avoid chasing losses. When trying in-play betting, reduce stake size until you’re comfortable with live price movement on Ivy Bet.
• Consider alternatives when fixtures are light: try smaller stakes on virtual sports or early-round markets, and use available statistics and recent results to keep decisions measured rather than impulsive.