What Is a Multi Bet? Complete Guide for Aussie Punters
- Guide to multibets
- How they work and how they are calculated
- AussieBets expert provide all the info
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What is a Multi Bet?
A multi bet (or “multi”) is a single bet made up of two or more picks, called legs, usually across different games or races.
Every leg has to win for your multi to get up, which is why the odds ramp up quickly as you add more selections.
Most Aussie bookies let you build multis with 20 or more legs, but most punters stick to a handful of solid picks rather than going crazy.
Why Aussies Love Multi Bets
Multi betting is huge in Australia because it combines strategy with the buzz of chasing a bigger collect from a modest outlay.
Rather than firing off a heap of singles, you can roll your best tips into one bet and follow them all across the round.
- Great for AFL, NRL, NBA, EPL, and racing across a full weekend or big tournament.
- Bigger potential returns compared to backing each leg as a single.
- Easy to build and track in any decent betting app.
- Most bookies now offer things like Same Game Multis, multi boosts, and bonus-back promos on multis.
You still need a bit of discipline, though.
The more legs you add, the harder it is to hit them all, so multis should be treated as higher-risk, higher-reward bets rather than something to unload the whole bankroll on.
How To Place a Multi Bet
Every bookmaker app looks slightly different, but the steps to place a multi are basically the same across the big Aussie brands.
1. Pick your legs
Browse the markets and tap on each selection you want to include in your multi (match result, line, total points, goal scorers, race winners, etc.).
2. Open your bet slip
Your chosen legs will auto-populate in the bet slip, usually under a “Multi” or “All-Up” section.
3. Select the multi option
Make sure your picks are grouped as one multi, not placed as separate single bets.
4. Check your combined odds and payout
The app will show a total price for the multi and the potential return once you enter a stake, so you can see if the risk/reward feels right.
5.Enter your stake and place the bet
Type in how much you want to put on, confirm the bet, and you’re on. From there, you can track each leg through the app as the games or races kick off.
Quick Strategy Tip
If you’re building multis regularly, it’s usually smarter to mix a few short-priced favourites with one or two value legs rather than loading up 10+ risky plays.
Before you hit confirm, check whether your bookie is offering multi boosts, profit boosts, or bonus-back specials on multis or Same Game Multis for that sport.
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How are Multi Bets calculated?
Multi bet odds are calculated by multiplying the odds of each leg in the order they’re settled.
Each winning leg rolls its payout into the next, that’s what makes multis so rewarding (and risky!).
Example Multi Bet Calculation
| Selection | Odds | Result | Running Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane Broncos to Win | 2 | ✅ Win | 2 |
| Melbourne Storm to Win | 1.65 | ✅ Win | |
| Sydney Roosters to Win | 2.5 | ✅ Win |
If you placed $10 on this three-leg multi:
$10 × 8.25 = $82.50 return
So a simple $10 multi could return $82.50 if all three teams get up.
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