Electronic sports, or eSports as it is more commonly known has become one of the fastest growing betting markets in New Zealand. As more and more punters get into it and follow the games on Twitch, bookmakers are trying to keep with the demand for expanded wagering options and more competitive odds. If you are particularly interested in putting money on matches, games or tournaments, we take a look at the best eSports NZ bookmakers and what they have to offer.
William Hill
William Hill is a household name. They are one of the largest and most popular bookmakers in New Zealand, Australia and the UK and their range of sports is impressive to say the least, with competitive odds and great promotions. William Hill offers LoL eSports, Dota 2, CS:GO and all the most popular games that are currently in focus. Their options tend to shift with live bets, but they always have solid odds and a great range of markets on each event.
Bet365
Bet365 is another international bookmaker that New Zealand punters are intimately familiar with. Their all-in-one gambling portal offers sports betting, casino games, poker, bingo and a live dealer casino. As a bookmaker, they are one of the best offering a huge range of sports and great odds. Betting on eSports at Bet365 is a treat as you get access to the widest range of markets on all the biggest games. This includes Dota 2, CS:GO, League of Legends, Rainbow 6, Artifact, King of Glory, Rocket League, Street Fighter V, Tekken 7, Warcraft II and StarCraft II.
888 Sport
888 Sport is a major player in the online gambling industry with casino games, sports betting and more. They are known for their excellent odds on popular markets as well as their extensive range of niche sports. 888 has also taken the leap into competitive gaming, with a generous selection of offers. This includes WoW eSports, PUBG, LoL eSports Overwatch, CS:GO, Hearthstone, Heroes of the Storm, Dota 2, StarCraft II and Vainglory. The dedicated section is well set out and rather functional considering how other bookmakers just slide their markets in with the others. They also offer great odds on all the biggest tournaments.
Betway Sports
Betway is a top-rated online casino and sports betting platform in New Zealand and across the globe. They are well-known for their extensive casino gaming offers and excellent bookmaking facilities. Anyone who has used the Betway site will know they have a fast, clean platform that is easy to use with a great range of sports. They also have really good odds on popular NZ markets. Their eSports NZ offering is equally impressive. They are one of the few sites to have a dedicated section just for this genre. This is where you can find all the biggest games with dozens of markets on both local and international events. All the major games are offered including CS:GO, Dota 2, League of Legends and StarCraft II.
Pinnacle Sports
Pinnacle is known for their extremely fast online wagering portal with superb mobile support. Betting online could not be easier with a super-easy layout and a no-nonsense approach. Pinnacle offer a decent range of sports with reasonable odds. They also have a dedicated section where you can open up all the available options by clicking on the tab. This includes LoL eSports markets, CS:GO, Dota 2, King of Glory, Warcraft II, Rocket League, StarCraft Broodwar, and more. The available eSports NZ options change according to what is happening in the industry at the time. However, they generally have more options than most of their competitors.