What Is a Same Game Multi?
A Same Game Multi (SGM) lets you combine multiple selections from the same sporting event into a single multi bet. Rather than picking winners across several different matches, you might combine "Collingwood to win", "Nick Daicos 25+ disposals", and "first goal kicker" all from the same AFL game.
The appeal is straightforward: the combined odds are typically much higher than any individual market, and having everything ride on one game makes it easy to watch. The catch is that bookmakers apply a margin to every leg, and those margins compound. A three-leg SGM where each leg carries a 6% margin effectively has an 18% margin on the whole bet, which is why building smart, selective SGMs matters more than stacking legs.
SGM Feature Comparison
The table below compares the SGM offerings across the 10 main Australian bookmakers we tested. "Boost Available" refers to whether the bookmaker offers regular SGM odds-boost promotions.
| Bookmaker | Max Legs | Sports Covered | SGM Builder | Cash Out | Boost Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| dabble | 8+ | AFL, NRL, NBA, Soccer | Yes — copy & social sharing | Yes | No |
| Ladbrokes | 10 | AFL, NRL, Soccer, Racing, Tennis, Cricket | Yes — SGM + Same Race Multi | Yes | Yes |
| bet365 | 8+ | All major sports + soccer globally | Yes — extensive builder | Yes — early cash out | No |
| Neds | 8 | AFL, NRL, Soccer, Basketball | Yes — Toolbox integration | Yes | Yes |
| Unibet | 6 | AFL, NRL, Soccer, Tennis | Yes — data-driven insights | Yes | No |
| betr | 6 | AFL, NRL | Yes — quick builder | No | No |
| Elitebet | 6 | AFL, NRL, Racing | Yes — growing range | No | No |
| picklebet | 8 | AFL, NRL, Esports, Racing | Yes — SGM + Same Race Multi | No | No |
| Palmerbet | 6 | AFL, NRL, Soccer, Racing | Yes | No | No |
| Dowbet | 4 | Racing (limited sport) | Limited | No | No |
How Margins Compound Across Legs
This is the part most SGM punters underestimate. When you add each leg to an SGM, you are not just accepting the stated price — you are also accepting the bookmaker margin embedded in that price, multiplied across every leg.
Here is a simplified example. Suppose a bookmaker applies a 6% margin to each leg of your SGM. On a single bet, your effective return is 94 cents in the dollar. On a two-leg SGM, it becomes 0.94 × 0.94 = 88.4 cents in the dollar. By the time you reach five legs, the margin effect is 0.945 = 73.4 cents in the dollar. You are paying 26.6% in margin before the first ball is bowled.
The practical lesson: shorter SGMs with well-researched selections will almost always outperform long-shot 8-leg accumulators in the long run. Use the Multi Leg Simulator to see how margin compounds on your specific combination before you place the bet.
Best Bookmakers by Sport
AFL Same Game Multis
Ladbrokes and dabble lead for AFL SGMs. Ladbrokes has the widest AFL market range — you can combine match result, line, total disposals, goal scorer, and player performance markets in a single bet with up to 10 legs. dabble adds a social layer with its copy-bet feature, letting you replicate SGMs shared by other users. Neds also performs well with its Toolbox integration, which surfaces statistical insights for each available leg.
NRL Same Game Multis
bet365 offers the deepest NRL SGM market range, covering tryscorer, line, total points, and player props across every round. Ladbrokes is a close second. betr has built its brand around AFL and NRL SGMs specifically, so while its market depth is more limited, its builder is fast and intuitive for those two sports. Unibet includes NRL in its SGM offering and adds a data-driven overlay that shows historical player stats alongside each selection.
Racing Same Game Multis (Same Race Multi)
The racing equivalent is the Same Race Multi (SRM), where you combine multiple runners from the same race — typically a win selection plus a place or each-way extension. Ladbrokes and picklebet both support SRM. Ladbrokes has the broadest SRM coverage across thoroughbred, harness, and greyhounds. picklebet offers SRM alongside its standard SGM builder, which is useful if you are betting across both codes on the same day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but it also increases the compounded margin you are paying. Each additional leg multiplies the bookmaker margin already embedded in the previous legs. A six-leg SGM might show an attractive headline price while carrying 30%+ in total margin. Fewer, better-researched legs will serve you better over time.
It depends on the bookmaker. Ladbrokes and bet365 offer cash out on SGMs during the event. dabble supports cash out on SGMs before the game begins. betr, picklebet, Palmerbet, and Dowbet do not currently offer SGM cash out. Check the specific bookmaker terms before placing a bet you plan to exit early.
Yes. Each bookmaker uses its own pricing model for SGMs. Two bookmakers may offer the same three selections but price the combined SGM differently based on how they correlate the legs and apply margins. Shopping around for the best SGM price on a specific combination is worthwhile if you have accounts across multiple platforms.
A regular multi combines selections from different events (e.g., three separate matches). An SGM combines selections from within the same event. Because the legs are correlated — for example, a team winning a match is connected to a player from that team kicking goals — SGM pricing models are more complex and margins vary more than on standard multis.
Use the Multi Leg / SGM Simulator to model the expected value and compounded margin for any SGM combination before you place it. Remember to gamble responsibly. For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858.