Preface: The actual combat of Asian handicaps is a relatively complex process. Asian betting companies use every factor that can be utilized, sometimes for the purpose of adjusting betting funds and traffic, and sometimes to mislead the flow of bettors' funds. The following are several common methods used in Asian handicap operations.
1. Regular Handicap
Through various information channels, after conducting a comprehensive and detailed analysis of the match, if there is no match-fixing involved and no agreements between clubs, betting companies will analyze data such as team strength and form, and then offer a relatively reasonable handicap. This is what we refer to as a regular handicap. In fact, regular handicaps hold the mainstream position, with Asian betting companies offering regular handicap lines for most matches. By adjusting the handicap and odds, they ensure that the betting amounts on both sides are roughly equal, thereby achieving risk mitigation and profiting from the margin. That is to say, due to the reasons of the handicap, both teams have bettors placing bets. The Asian betting companies guide the direction of the bettors through the handicap and odds. Thus, regardless of which team wins, the Asian betting companies can take a commission and at least break even. However, if one team receives more bets, the Asian betting company must use the method of changing water or changing the line to divert the betting funds, which also falls under normal operation.