World Sports Betting

World Sports Betting stands out for its strong presence in the online gaming industry. Although the brand caters mainly to a South African clientele, its growing development has earned it the title of market leader. Currently, there are many features that make the web worthwhile and encourage a large number of users to invest in the platform. The analysis of the bookmaker will further determine its real value.

Business License

Launched in 2002, World Sports Betting operates legally in South Africa. Indeed, the site holds a license that was obtained under the authorization of the Gauteng Gambling Board. This document serves as a guarantee for the security of users. In addition, the implementation of encryption technology keeps their data confidential. World Sports Betting also confirms its adherence to the responsible gambling policy.

Website and mobile application

On the whole, World Sports Betting unveils a website with a simplistic design that is easy to use. Its main features consist of a well-organized menu bar with command buttons leading to the respective search options. The location of some of the tools allows a more fluid navigation. Among the highlights are the possibility to create a betting slip, to cash in if needed and access to other markets.

For the time being, the bookmaker has a downloadable program exclusively for Android devices. However, players can use its mobile site, using their mobile browser. Also, they will get access to the full range of the bookmaker’s services through an interface that is almost identical to the desktop version. Other benefits include the opportunity to freely place bets, manage their accounts or navigate to their favorite sections, whenever and wherever they want.

Users’ registration

To become a member of World Sports Betting, the prospective subscriber must reside in South Africa and have an active account. The process is relatively simple and takes only a few minutes. The first step is to log on to the site and then fill in the form after clicking on the ‘Sign-up now’ button. The customer will fill in the required information, including first and last name, title, telephone number, e-mail, ID code or passport number. The next step is to click on the “Next” button. At the final stage, the user will be asked to enter a code (OTP) sent by SMS or e-mail for verification. Afterwards, the operator will ask if the punter wants to receive notifications about the welcome offer. In this regard, it is important to carefully read the general betting conditions. Upon activation of the account, the new member will immediately benefit from the full range of World Sports Betting services.

Bonuses and promotions

All new registrants at World Sports Betting receive a 100% welcome bonus in the form of free bets. For a deposit of R50 or more, the bookmaker doubles the amount paid, with a reward of up to R10,000. In accordance with the wagering requirements, the player must replay the game five times in order to withdraw the bonus. The offer is available within 72 hours of the security check. To claim the bonus, the customer must always contact customer service. In addition, World Sports Betting encourages many subscribers to increase their chances of winning through weekly and monthly promotions. Regularly updated, the most interesting of these include birthday offers, a bet voucher of up to R100 on ‘Spot a Mistake’ or the 0-0 bonus. In addition, the ‘Refer a friend’ offer gives you a bonus of R50 for convincing someone to join the platform every time.

Casino fans will benefit from a loyalty program called “The Private Club”. Upon reaching a certain level, the player will automatically gain access to it by participating in one of the games offered at the live casino.

The betting and gambling market

For the full satisfaction of sports betting enthusiasts, World Sports Betting has prepared a comprehensive directory. This brings together a wide selection of sports, including various current and pre-match events, accompanied by their respective statistics. One of the most popular is horse racing, which is listed in the ‘Racing’ section, followed by the main betting interests. The catalogue includes important football competitions in major leagues such as the Premier League, Bundesliga, Serie A and even the South African Premier League. Also included are countless tournaments on the IPTL and the NBA. In addition to rare sports such as darts or badminton, the list also includes bets on politics and entertainment. In order to optimize searches, the bookmaker has grouped all categories on the top tabs and side menus. In addition, live sports fans will find all the information related to the broadcasting of the matches in the “In-Play” section.

World Sports Betting’s online casino is limited to a rather small portfolio of games, represented only by the live casino. In spite of this, the interface has a high-end decor, designed by very reputable developers (Evolution gaming, Ezugi). Apart from a special area dedicated to the lottery, the lobbies are represented by various tabs where excellent and popular game versions are accumulated. There are several varieties of card games (teen patti, andar bahar…), video games as well as quick bet games. The table games seem to provide much more atmosphere, with real dealers. There are many variations of roulette, baccarat, blackjack and poker, not to mention craps.

Available Payment Methods

World Sports Betting offers a number of secure methods to facilitate players’ financial transactions. Some of the most common methods include :

• Visa, MasterCard ;
• Skrill, FNB e-wallet ;
• Neteller, Ozow, Instant EFT, Absa Cash payment systems;
• OTT Voucher, 1ForYou Voucher, Blu Voucher, etc. ;
• Bank transfer.

In principle, depositing money into a World Sports Betting account is done without any specific conditions. However, a withdrawal of winnings requires each player to provide FICA documents such as a bank statement, ID and proof of address for authentication. The service grants the request within one month from the date of the first deposit.

Customer Support

There are several alternatives to help users reach World Sports Betting’s customer service department in case of difficulty. The options are particularly effective due to the responsiveness and spontaneity of the support. The following channels are available to customers, operational 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:

• Live chat, with an instant response time;
• E-mail, with a wide range of addresses for a choice of subjects;
• The telephone line, available for any complaint during working hours;
• WhatsApp social networking account.