World Sports Betting review: one of the first bookmakers in South Africa

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World Sports Betting was founded in 2002. The WSB brand has been at the forefront of South African sports betting over the last decade. They have innovative betting features that are tailored for the local punter. WSB is licensed by the Gauteng Gambling Board so you can be assured that you are dealing with a fully legal betting site. Your security is guaranteed as they handle millions of transactions a year. All their platforms use Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology on all web pages that contain your personal and payment card details by encrypting them, so only we can access them.

Bonus program

To succeed as a betting site in South Africa, offering an abundance of promotions is essential as nothing appeals more to local punters. WSB is the leader in this regard as they provide outstanding bonus offers for both new and existing players. The promotions are tailored to sports betting and casino games so there’s something to cater to every type of player. Whether it’s a welcome bonus, free spins, cashback or enhanced odds, WSB ensures a rewarding experience which makes it a top choice for South African punters. We will now be taking a closer look at some of these excellent promotions.

Welcome Bonus

WSB have a double pronged welcome bonus of a R50 sign up bonus and a R20 000 first deposit match offer.

Terms and conditions of this bonus

• Players must make a deposit of at least R50 before they can withdraw any winnings.
• WSB reserves the right to stop or change the terms of the Promotion at any time.
• WSB reserves the right to request additional documentation prior to approving any account.

These are the terms and conditions of the R20 000 welcome bonus

• The wagering requirements for the sports bonus is five times while the casino requirement is thirty times the bonus amount. Only then can you withdraw any winnings.

This is what is meant by the wagering requirements. A R1000 deposit will result in a R1000 matched bonus. You will need to bet R5000 to meet the requirements of a withdrawal. For casino games, you will need to bet R30 000 before you can withdraw.

• Horse racing bets are excluded from any wagering conditions.
• To qualify for the bonus the new players must deposit at least R50.
• Your bets must have odds of 5/10 or higher to be considered towards the wagering requirements.
• The bet has to be settled to be considered towards the conditions of wagering requirements.

Additional Bonuses

Refer and Earn Bonus

Receive a R75 bonus for every friend that you refer to WSB. You can refer as many friends as you like.

These are the terms and conditions of the bonus

• For Online Users Only: This promotion is exclusive to online users.
• The current punter and their friend must be at least 18 years old.
• Your friend must be registering for the first time.
• You must have a WSB account that is in use.
• South African Residents Only: This offer is exclusive to our South African customers.
• Initial Deposit Requirement: Your friend must deposit R50 or more after signing up.

Birthday Deposit Match

Get up to 100% matched on your first deposit on your birthday up to R2 000

Take note of the terms and conditions related to the Birthday Bonus

• Only the 1st deposit is eligible for this promotion. This bonus is only available on your birthday.
• You will need to wager five (5) times the amount of the bonus on Sports/Racing, and thirty (30) times the amount of Live Games/Casino before you can withdraw from your account.
  This is what is meant by the wagering requirements. A R2 000 deposit will result in a R2 000 matched bonus. You will need to bet R10 000 to meet the requirements of a withdrawal. For casino games, you will need to bet R20 000 before you can withdraw.
• Note: All tote bets are excluded from Turnover calculations
• The minimum deposit for this bonus is R50.
• Only bets made with odds of 5/10 or greater will count towards wagering.

WSB Mobile App

The WSB mobile app delivers a seamless and enjoyable online betting experience with its impressive features. Its user-friendly interface allows players to effortlessly navigate through sports betting and hundreds of casino games, check the latest odds and place bets with ease. The in-play betting feature adds excitement by enabling wagers on live events, while the Rapid Bet option ensures quick and efficient betting with just a few taps making it ideal for players on the move.

Line and betting options at WSB

In a very competitive online betting market in South Africa, WSB has risen to the top with their excellent coverage of sports and casino betting. Their odds on all major sports are the best in the business which can make a huge difference to your payout especially with accumulator bets. There are well over 30 sports that punters can bet on including some of the less popular sports like snooker, handball and darts. One of the most attractive features is WSB live streaming selected matches which means you can follow all the action in real time.

Live betting

Live sports betting has transformed the online betting world, and WSB was among the pioneers of this thrilling feature. It allows players to place bets on their favorite matches as they unfold, adding a new layer of excitement and strategy to the experience. With the ability to watch the match and make informed decisions in real time, punters can react to the game’s developments. However, as odds change rapidly in live betting, quick action is essential. WSB enhances the experience by offering live streaming on selected matches which ensures punters stay up to date in real time.

Betting on Football

Football is by far the most popular sport in the country therefore WSB has gone to great extents to cover matches from across the globe. They have in excess of 70 different football leagues that you can bet on. The odds booster feature at WSB ensures that you get even better returns on all multi bets. Matches from all the top European leagues have 100s of bets available on a single match. Every possible match event will have odds attached to it like will a player be sent off or will there be a penalty in the match. The SA Premiership is another league that has in depth betting markets. Local punters are in luck as WSB are often having great promotions on the PSL matches.

If you are a fan of the international competitions like the Champions League or Europa League, then WSB has you covered as they have the best odds for these competitions. They have the odds available weeks in advance which is always great for punters.

Cricket betting

Cricket betting has exploded in the last decade thanks to the countless T20 leagues around the world. The shortest form of the game is always exciting as each ball is an event and naturally punters fancy their chances when betting on T20 cricket. The WSB site has odds attached to every delivery which means there is a possibility to make money on every ball bowled. WSB has all the major T20 leagues covered on their site which includes the IPL, Big Bash, Caribbean Premier League and of course its own SAT20. If you are a purist of the game and prefer the longer version such as ODIs and Test cricket, then you are in luck as all formats of the game have betting markets at WSB.

Betting on Rugby

WSB has certainly done their homework when it comes to their rugby betting markets. The oval ball sport has millions of followers in the country with a vast majority of them also betting on the sport. If you are a rugby punter, then WSB is the site for you as they have extensive markets available to bet on. There are matches from both the Southern and Northern Hemisphere tournaments that you can wager on. All the most popular competitions such as the URC, English Premiership, Super Rugby and French Top 14 have in depth betting markets.

WSB has odds available for matches a week in advance which means you can monitor any changes in odds that may be helpful. For supporters of the Bulls, there is an added bonus as you will receive an extra 5% payout for every try they score which is an excellent promotion.

Horse Racing betting

Horse racing punters traditionally favoured retail betting shops as the online sites did not have the array of bets available but WSB has changed all of this. They offer punters all the exotic horse bets like Trifecta, Pick 6 and place accumulators.  Everyday there are horse race events from across the globe available for betting on the WSB site. In the week leading up to a major WSB horse racing event. WSB offers all players a deposit match bonus which is unique to this site. The best part of the bonus is that it can be used on any sport or casino game.

eSports betting

One of the fastest growing sports in the betting world is Esports. WSB have recognized this and now offer a fairly decent range of Esports on their site.  Here are some of the most popular Esports games on the WSB site.

Dota

There is no better keyboard and mouse game than Dota. It is not the most popular game on the circuit but all the top earners on esports play Dota so the potential to win big is the attraction of the game.

League of Legends

 League of Legends is arguably the most popular game on the esports roster worldwide.  In 2014 the World Championships was the most viewed eSports event of the year.

Counter Strike

The original Counter-Strike game was launched in 1999 but now has a following as an esports game. The game has over 615 tournaments taking place every year.

Casino at WSB

WSB is a haven for punters that fancy a wager on casino games as they have literally hundreds of live games available for you to play 24/7. The casino is always open at WSB regardless if it is World Sports Betting slots or table games that you prefer to bet on. You will find games from all the best game developers on the WSB site. You can be assured that the WSB casino site is among the best as you will find a game to suit you whatever your preference. WSB has a handy feature when you play casino games, you need to transfer funds from your main account into your casino account so you can keep better track of your spending. Here are some of the most popular live games at WSB.

WSB Registration

The World Sports Betting Registration process is very straightforward and takes just a few minutes to complete. You can register on the desktop site or on the World Sports Betting mobile site. Here are the simple to follow steps to becoming a player at WSB

1. Visit the WSB website: Visit the WSB site from your mobile or PC
2. Click on Register: Click the Register button to start the registration process.
3. Complete your personal details: Enter all your personal details as requested on the registration form.
4. Choose a password : Finally you need to choose a password and input your physical address. Make sure the password is something you keep private.

You are now ready to complete your World Sports Betting register login.

How to verify your account

All betting sites in South Africa require new players on their site to pass their FICA verification. This is a process where you have to submit a copy of your ID and a proof or registration. If this is not done, you will not be allowed to make a withdrawal. Remember the proof of residence must not be older than 3 months.

These are the steps to follow to upload your FICA documents on the WSB site.

• Log into your WSB account.
• Click on the Account tab on the top right of the screen.
• Click on the Upload Documents Tab from the drop down menu.
• You are now ready to upload your documents.

It takes between 2-8 hours to verify your FICA documents. It is important that clear copies of the documents are submitted or this could pose a problem for verification.

WSB Login

Once you’ve completed your WSB registration, you can use your WSB login South Africa to begin placing bets. Before you do that, you need to complete your WSB login. Simply follow these easy steps

• Visit the WSB website: Visiting the WSB website is the first step in accessing your account.
• Locate the World Sports Betting Login Section: Locate the WSB online login section in the upper-right corner of the home page.
• Enter your details: You’ll need to input both your mobile phone number and the password you set up earlier.
• Verify Your details: When entering your WSB credentials, please verify that they are correct.
• Log in to account: Then, click on the “Login” icon to enter your account.

Payments Methods

WSB has a multitude of payment options for punters to top up their accounts. Their withdrawals are also among the fastest on the local betting scene.

How to make a bet at WSB

Placing your first bet at WSB is very similar to any other betting site. If you are a gambling newbie, no need to worry as we have a step by step guide on how to place your bet.

• Login onto the WSB site: Visit the WSB site from your PC or mobile.
• Enter username and password: Login into your ассоunt by clicking the login buttоn аt thе tор right соrnеr.
• Select desired sport: Select the sport you want to bet on from the list of sports on the left side of the home screen.
• Select the league/competition: Choose the league or competition that you want to bet on.
• Select your team/s: Select the teams you want to bet on and enter a stake amount
• Click Continue: Click the Continue button to complete placing your bet.

Website Usability

WSB have managed to find the perfect blend between a modern designed site and the easy useability of the site. The site has the look of a world class betting site yet everything from their sports offerings to casino games are accessible with just a click of a button. The speed of both the main site and the mobile site is exceptional which makes it perfect for all your in-play betting needs where the odds are changing rapidly. The carousel feature on the home page is constantly changing, showing you all the current promotions available on the site. A new player on the WSB site will have no difficulty navigating the website even from their first visit.

WSB South Africa Customer Suрроrt

WSB is one of the few betting sites in South Africa that has customer service available 24/7. There are multiple channels of communication that are available including Live Chat, telephonic support and a WhatsApp number. I used both the telephone and WhatsApp service and was delighted with the assistance that I received on both services. My query was answered swiftly by well-trained agents who knew their company’s information very well. Here are the contact details for the WSB customer support

• Telephone 011 326 3633
• Email: support@wsb.co.za
• WhatsApp number: 076 971 0246

Conclusion

WSB has become synonymous with excellent value for money by punters across the country. They offer the best welcome bonus on the market but it is not only this promotion that attracts punters. Their ability to tailor bonus offers for specific major sporting events sets them apart from most of the other betting sites. WSB has significantly better odds than other sites which is always a great attraction for punters. Their selection of sports and casino games will satisfy the gambling needs of any player.

To make your gambling experience more enjoyable they even offer live streaming on selected matches. They are currently the only betting sites that streams the NBA basketball matches to their players with no extra charge. WSB will continue to be a top choice for punters, combining excellent rewards, diverse betting options and a strong focus on customer satisfaction.