1. What Is Beidan
Beidan (北京单场, Beijing Single-Match) is an official football lottery issued by the Beijing sports lottery center, sold across most of China. It coexists with Jingcai but differs in pricing mechanism, game coverage and parlay rules.
2. Game Types
| Game | What you predict | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | 90-minute result | Single-match allowed |
| Handicap 1X2 | Result after handicap | Usually a 1-goal line |
| Total Goals | 0–7+ goals | High-odds single-match play |
| Over/Under + Odd/Even | Goal total bands | Beginner friendly, 4 options |
| Half/Full Time | HT & FT combination | 9 options |
| Correct Score | Exact score | Hardest |
Key rule difference vs Jingcai: every Beidan game type allows single-match bets — no forced parlays.
3. SP Values and Payout Math
Beidan prices are SP values (Starting Price):
- The SP you see when betting is a reference; settlement uses the final SP at draw close;
- Payout formula: payout = stake × ∏SP × 65%;
- The 65% payout ratio applied outside the SP is the number-one source of beginner miscalculation.
Example: a ¥2 double at SPs of 2.50 and 2.00:
Payout = 2 × 2.50 × 2.00 × 0.65 = ¥6.50
Jingcai at the same displayed numbers would pay ¥10. So always multiply Beidan SP by 0.65 before comparing — our Parlay Calculator has both modes built in.
4. Beidan vs Jingcai
| Dimension | Beidan | Jingcai |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | SP finalized at close | Odds locked at purchase |
| Payout ratio | ~65% (applied in formula) | ~70%+ (inside the odds) |
| Single-match bets | All game types | Some matches force parlays |
| Max parlay | 6-fold | 8-fold |
Practical rule of thumb: use Beidan for high-conviction singles, compare prices for regular 1X2, prefer Jingcai for parlays.
5. Using Model Data for Beidan
Beidan covers largely the same matches as Jingcai, so our per-match AI predictions apply directly: high-confidence signals suit Beidan singles, and the Kelly Index helps spot market anomalies before you compare SP×0.65 against Jingcai odds.
Disclaimer
Educational content only, not betting advice. Minors are prohibited from purchasing lottery products. Please gamble responsibly.