What happens if the match I've bet on is called off?
- Information on what happens when you've bet on a cancelled match
- If the match has been abandoned, your bet is void & you should receive your stake back
- Multi bets usually see just the cancelled leg voided, with the rest of the multi set at recalculated odds
Betting on a match that ends up postponed or canceled can be frustrating. Many punters wonder if they’ll receive a refund or if their bet stands.
Australian bookmakers have clear rules for these scenarios so that customers are treated fairly. Below is an overview of what usually happens when an event you’ve bet on is called off and how different situations are handled.
Note - While most decisions are usually unanimous, it's important to check your bookmakers' terms and conditions for specific policies regarding cancelled matches.
Bookmaker Policies for Cancelled Matches
Outright Cancellation
If a match is cancelled before it starts and not played soon after, the bet is typically voided and your stake is refunded. Some bookmakers allow a short window (like 24–48 hours) for the match to be rescheduled. If it’s not played within that time, you receive your money back.
Abandoned Partway
If the match starts but is abandoned, bookmakers look at whether the league or governing body declared a result. If an official result is recognised (for example, in cricket with certain overs completed), bets on decided outcomes might stand. Otherwise, most bets are voided and refunded.
Multi-Bets (Accumulators)
If one leg of a multi-bet is canceled, that leg is usually voided and treated as if it never existed in the multi. The remaining legs stand and the multi is recalculated at adjusted odds. Same Game Multi bets may differ, as some bookmakers cancel the entire bet if one leg is void.
Refunds and Voiding
When a bet is voided, the stake is returned to your account. If a match is quickly rescheduled (within a day or two) and the bookmaker’s rules permit, the bet might still stand instead of being void. Check your bookmaker’s terms to confirm.
Sport-Specific Nuances
- Soccer/AFL/NRL: Games typically must finish on the same calendar day or by a short extension. Otherwise, bets are voided.
- Tennis: A rain delay is normal. If the match is completed later in the tournament, the bet remains active.
- Racing: If a race meeting is abandoned, most day-of bets are refunded. Future (ante-post) bets might carry over if the race is rescheduled.
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