ML is an abbreviation for the betting term moneyline, which is a bet placed on which team will win a given match outright. This term is most commonly used in North America when describing football, basketball, baseball, or hockey.
Example
Using the sample match below someone who has bet on Texans ML has placed a bet on the moneyline at +140 odds. If Houston wins the game the bet will be graded as a win. If the game ends in a draw, the initial risk is refunded to the customer.
| Team | Spread | Total | Moneyline | |
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Houston Texans | +3.0 (+100) | Over 50.0 (-110) | +140 |
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Tennessee Titans | -3.0 (-120) | Under 50.0 (-110) | -160 |