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Draw No Bet (DNB) Explained

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Draw No Bet (DNB) removes the draw from a three-way market: if the match is drawn, your stake is refunded. This guide explains it with hypothetical examples only.

Key takeaways
  • You back one side to win.
  • Double chance pays out on a draw, while DNB refunds the stake on a draw.
  • Effectively yes — DNB is the same as a 0-goal Asian handicap, where a draw refunds the stake.

What DNB is

You back the home or away side. If they win, the bet pays; if the match is drawn, the stake is returned; if the other side wins, the bet loses. The draw is taken out of play.

Refund on a draw

The refund is what makes DNB safer than a straight result bet.

Example. Back the home side on DNB. A home win pays; a draw refunds your stake; an away win loses. You are protected against the draw but not against the opponent winning.

DNB vs double chance

Double chance pays on a draw (covering two outcomes); DNB refunds on a draw (covering one outcome with insurance). DNB usually pays better than double chance because it returns the stake rather than winning on the draw.

DNB vs handicap

A DNB bet is effectively a 0-goal Asian handicap. If you understand handicap betting, DNB is the same idea expressed as a refund on the draw.

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FAQ

What does Draw No Bet mean?

You back one side to win. If they win you are paid; if the match is drawn your stake is refunded; if the other side wins you lose.

How is DNB different from double chance?

Double chance pays out on a draw, while DNB refunds the stake on a draw. DNB usually offers better odds because it returns rather than wins on the draw.

Is Draw No Bet the same as a handicap?

Effectively yes — DNB is the same as a 0-goal Asian handicap, where a draw refunds the stake.

How we made this guide. This guide is written and maintained by the 1xRoll Editorial Team and explains the general, widely-accepted rules of the market. All examples are hypothetical and illustrate mechanics only — they are not predictions, betting advice or real odds. Specific rules can vary by event and operator, so always check the in-game or in-bet-slip rules. editorial approach · responsible-gaming policy

Last updated: 2026-06-15

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