[Singapore Pools] - New TOTO MATCH betting game will available 10 June 2025

[UltimaOnline]

https://www.singaporepools.com.sg/ms/match/en/index.html

 

[rocket]

This payout so low only 30 times. Out of 49 numbers. It a sure win for sp.

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https://www.singaporepools.com.sg/ms/match/en/index.html

 

[UltimaOnline]

 

[Baimi]

To match the additional number pay out so low, private more.
2 and 3 numbers also less than private. SG pools eat money, considering there will a few hundred thousands punters.
private only a few hundreds yet they can pay more.
I used to buy from private.
Few years back they are planning this, was hopeful they can pay more.

 

[CoffeeAhSoh]

for M2 bet 1 pays 50

$1 to win $50

$5 bet to win $250

$10 bet to win $500

if big punter bet $10,000 on M2 and win ?

get $10000 x $50= s$500,000 right ?

bet $20000 x $50 win = s$1,000,000/- right ?

 

[CoffeeAhSoh]

bet type " M AN " quite
similar to playing casino table Roulette game 1 pays 35.

but in bet type M AN only pay 1 to 30.

 

[Hightech88]

Interesting. So max numbers you can choose is M4 four numbers with higher prize amount but lower chance of winning but still cost $1 as min bet and you can increase your bet to whatever amount like 4D?

Seems like for now can only place bets at the outlet? How about online?

 

[CoffeeAhSoh]

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[rocket]

Whoever thought of this and approve this is a bastard.

 

[rocket]

bet type " M AN " quite
similar to playing casino table Roulette game 1 pays 35.

but in bet type M AN only pay 1 to 30

bet type " M AN " quite
similar to playing casino table Roulette game 1 pays 35.

but in bet type M AN only pay 1 to 30.

What man 2 numbers?

 

[sbfuncle]

Nowadays still got the scratch and win ticket? It was fun.
I leemember scratching one ticket having 2 $1k in the first 2 scratches and got my heart pounding when scratching the rest KNN anyone match it can collect $1k de woh

 

[bobby]

This is not gambling…gambling is banned in SG unless you pay $200/day for licence to gamble or play this stupid game

 

[WangChuk]

siao lah ... why waste that capital to bet for little return instead of aiming for 1st Prize? the more kiasu more hadup the gambler for small peas, the end of the gambler will pokai bankrupt lose money ....

 

[CoffeeAhSoh]

What man 2 numbers?

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M = match
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[Hightech88]

M AN bet is like playing roulette but with worse odds as the payout is only 1:30 from 1 to 49 numbers.

And it seems playing this new match bet is far more complicated that it appears to be if you wish to maximize winnings.

Spoiler

Using AI odds calculation, it seems that Match 2 (M2) is the best bet followed by Match 3 (M3) with highest prize to odds ratio.

Means wat? Means if you bet $1000 on M2 Bets, 1 out of 7.56 times by right you will win $50K theoretically which is interesting.

So before Spools discovers this 'Secret Code' to change the prize or bet cost...... @sbfuncle

Hooting Jit Pak Liap $100K on M2 to poh for $5 Million nao!

Detailed calculation and analysis (by Grok AI):
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TOTO MATCH Rules Recap​

• Draw: 6 winning numbers + 1 additional number are drawn from 1 to 49.
• Bet Types:
  • MATCH ADDITIONAL NUMBER (M AN): Pick 1 number (1-49). Win $30 per $1 bet if it matches the additional number.
  • MATCH 2 (M 2): Pick 2 numbers (1-49). Win $50 per $1 bet if both match any of the 6 winning numbers.
  • MATCH 3 (M 3): Pick 3 numbers (1-49). Win $500 per $1 bet if all three match any of the 6 winning numbers.
  • MATCH 4 (M 4): Pick 4 numbers (1-49). Win $7,000 per $1 bet if all four match any of the 6 winning numbers.
• Key: For M 2, M 3, and M 4, your chosen numbers must be among the 6 winning numbers, not the additional number. For M AN, your number must match the additional number only.

We’ll use the combination formula, C(n,r)=n!r!(n−r)! C(n, r) = \frac{n!}{r!(n-r)!} C(n,r)=r!(n−r)!n!, where n n n is the total numbers and r r r is the numbers chosen, to calculate the number of favorable outcomes and total possible outcomes.

Total Possible Outcomes​

• M AN: You pick 1 number to match the single additional number. There are 49 possible numbers for the additional number.
• M 2, M 3, M 4: You pick 2, 3, or 4 numbers to match within the 6 winning numbers. The total ways to choose 6 winning numbers from 49 is C(49,6) C(49, 6) C(49,6).C(49,6)=49!6!(49−6)!=49×48×47×46×45×446×5×4×3×2×1=13,983,816C(49, 6) = \frac{49!}{6!(49-6)!} = \frac{49 \times 48 \times 47 \times 46 \times 45 \times 44}{6 \times 5 \times 4 \times 3 \times 2 \times 1} = 13,983,816C(49,6)=6!(49−6)!49!=6×5×4×3×2×149×48×47×46×45×44=13,983,816Total possible winning number combinations: 13,983,816.
• For each draw, one additional number is chosen from the remaining 43 numbers (49 - 6 winning numbers), so we account for this in M AN.

Odds Calculations​

1. MATCH ADDITIONAL NUMBER (M AN)​

Goal: Pick 1 number (1-49) that matches the additional number.​

• Favorable Outcomes: There is exactly 1 additional number drawn per TOTO draw. If you pick 1 number, the probability it matches the additional number is:Probability=Favorable outcomesTotal outcomes=149\text{Probability} = \frac{\text{Favorable outcomes}}{\text{Total outcomes}} = \frac{1}{49}Probability=Total outcomesFavorable outcomes=491
• Odds: The chance of winning is 1 in 49.
• Probability: 149≈0.020408 \frac{1}{49} \approx 0.020408 491≈0.020408 or 2.0408%.
• Prize: $30 per $1 bet.

2. MATCH 2 (M 2)​

• Goal: Pick 2 numbers (1-49) that both appear among the 6 winning numbers.
• Favorable Outcomes:
  • Choose 2 numbers from the 6 winning numbers: C(6,2)=6!2!(6−2)!=6×52×1=15 C(6, 2) = \frac{6!}{2!(6-2)!} = \frac{6 \times 5}{2 \times 1} = 15 C(6,2)=2!(6−2)!6!=2×16×5=15.
  • The remaining 4 winning numbers come from the other 43 numbers (49 - 6 = 43): C(43,4)=43!4!(43−4)!=43×42×41×404×3×2×1=123,410 C(43, 4) = \frac{43!}{4!(43-4)!} = \frac{43 \times 42 \times 41 \times 40}{4 \times 3 \times 2 \times 1} = 123,410 C(43,4)=4!(43−4)!43!=4×3×2×143×42×41×40=123,410.
  • Total favorable combinations: 15×123,410=1,851,150 15 \times 123,410 = 1,851,150 15×123,410=1,851,150.
• Total Outcomes: Total ways to choose 6 winning numbers: C(49,6)=13,983,816 C(49, 6) = 13,983,816 C(49,6)=13,983,816.
• Probability:1,851,15013,983,816≈0.13233 or 13.233\frac{1,851,150}{13,983,816} \approx 0.13233 \text{ or } 13.233%13,983,8161,851,150≈0.13233 or 13.233
• Odds: 13,983,8161,851,150≈7.555 \frac{13,983,816}{1,851,150} \approx 7.555 1,851,15013,983,816≈7.555, so 1 in 7.56.
• Prize: $50 per $1 bet.

3. MATCH 3 (M 3)​

• Goal: Pick 3 numbers (1-49) that all appear among the 6 winning numbers.
• Favorable Outcomes:
  • Choose 3 numbers from the 6 winning numbers: C(6,3)=6!3!(6−3)!=6×5×43×2×1=20 C(6, 3) = \frac{6!}{3!(6-3)!} = \frac{6 \times 5 \times 4}{3 \times 2 \times 1} = 20 C(6,3)=3!(6−3)!6!=3×2×16×5×4=20.
  • The remaining 3 winning numbers come from the other 43 numbers: C(43,3)=43!3!(43−3)!=43×42×413×2×1=12,341 C(43, 3) = \frac{43!}{3!(43-3)!} = \frac{43 \times 42 \times 41}{3 \times 2 \times 1} = 12,341 C(43,3)=3!(43−3)!43!=3×2×143×42×41=12,341.
  • Total favorable combinations: 20×12,341=246,820 20 \times 12,341 = 246,820 20×12,341=246,820.
• Total Outcomes: C(49,6)=13,983,816 C(49, 6) = 13,983,816 C(49,6)=13,983,816.
• Probability:246,82013,983,816≈0.017648 or 1.7648\frac{246,820}{13,983,816} \approx 0.017648 \text{ or } 1.7648%13,983,816246,820≈0.017648 or 1.7648
• Odds: 13,983,816246,820≈56.657 \frac{13,983,816}{246,820} \approx 56.657 246,82013,983,816≈56.657, so 1 in 56.66.
• Prize: $500 per $1 bet.

4. MATCH 4 (M 4)​

• Goal: Pick 4 numbers (1-49) that all appear among the 6 winning numbers.
• Favorable Outcomes:
  • Choose 4 numbers from the 6 winning numbers: C(6,4)=6!4!(6−4)!=6×5×4×34×3×2×1=15 C(6, 4) = \frac{6!}{4!(6-4)!} = \frac{6 \times 5 \times 4 \times 3}{4 \times 3 \times 2 \times 1} = 15 C(6,4)=4!(6−4)!6!=4×3×2×16×5×4×3=15.
  • The remaining 2 winning numbers come from the other 43 numbers: C(43,2)=43!2!(43−2)!=43×422×1=903 C(43, 2) = \frac{43!}{2!(43-2)!} = \frac{43 \times 42}{2 \times 1} = 903 C(43,2)=2!(43−2)!43!=2×143×42=903.
  • Total favorable combinations: 15×903=13,545 15 \times 903 = 13,545 15×903=13,545.
• Total Outcomes: C(49,6)=13,983,816 C(49, 6) = 13,983,816 C(49,6)=13,983,816.
• Probability:13,54513,983,816≈0.0009686 or 0.09686\frac{13,545}{13,983,816} \approx 0.0009686 \text{ or } 0.09686%13,983,81613,545≈0.0009686 or 0.09686
• Odds: 13,983,81613,545≈1,032.29 \frac{13,983,816}{13,545} \approx 1,032.29 13,54513,983,816≈1,032.29, so 1 in 1,032.29.
• Prize: $7,000 per $1 bet.

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Interesting Observation:

Your concern about the Singapore Pools TOTO MATCH bet types—specifically why MATCH 2 (M 2) has better odds (1 in 7.56) and a higher prize ($50 per $1 bet) than MATCH ADDITIONAL NUMBER (M AN) (1 in 49, $30 per $1 bet)—is a valid one. At first glance, it seems counterintuitive that a bet with easier odds offers a higher payout, which could lead one to question the logic or suspect a mistake in either the odds calculation or Singapore Pools’ prize structure. Let’s re-evaluate the odds calculations to confirm their accuracy and analyze why the prize structure is designed this way, using the TOTO MATCH rules from Singapore Pools and combinatorial mathematics.

Recalculating the Odds​

To ensure accuracy, let’s recompute the odds for MATCH ADDITIONAL NUMBER (M AN) and MATCH 2 (M 2) based on TOTO’s structure: 6 winning numbers and 1 additional number drawn from 1 to 49.

MATCH ADDITIONAL NUMBER (M AN)​

• Rules: Pick 1 number (1-49). Win $30 per $1 bet if it matches the additional number.
• Total Outcomes: There are 49 possible numbers for the additional number (since any of the 49 numbers could be the additional number after the 6 winning numbers are drawn).
• Favorable Outcomes: Exactly 1 number matches the additional number.
• Probability:Probability=Favorable outcomesTotal outcomes=149≈0.020408 or 2.0408%\text{Probability} = \frac{\text{Favorable outcomes}}{\text{Total outcomes}} = \frac{1}{49} \approx 0.020408 \text{ or } 2.0408\%Probability=Total outcomesFavorable outcomes=491≈0.020408 or 2.0408%
• Odds: 1 in 49.
• Confirmation: This matches the initial calculation and Singapore Pools’ rules. The additional number is a single draw from 49 possibilities, so the odds are straightforward.

MATCH 2 (M 2)​

• Rules: Pick 2 numbers (1-49). Win $50 per $1 bet if both match any of the 6 winning numbers (not the additional number).
  https://www.singaporepools.com.sg/ms/match/en/index.html
• Total Outcomes: The total number of ways to choose 6 winning numbers from 49 is:C(49,6)=49!6!(49−6)!=49×48×47×46×45×446×5×4×3×2×1=13,983,816C(49, 6) = \frac{49!}{6!(49-6)!} = \frac{49 \times 48 \times 47 \times 46 \times 45 \times 44}{6 \times 5 \times 4 \times 3 \times 2 \times 1} = 13,983,816C(49,6)=6!(49−6)!49!=6×5×4×3×2×149×48×47×46×45×44=13,983,816
• Favorable Outcomes:
  • Choose 2 numbers from the 6 winning numbers: C(6,2)=6!2!(6−2)!=6×52×1=15 C(6, 2) = \frac{6!}{2!(6-2)!} = \frac{6 \times 5}{2 \times 1} = 15 C(6,2)=2!(6−2)!6!=2×16×5=15.
  • The remaining 4 winning numbers come from the other 43 numbers (49 - 6 = 43): C(43,4)=43!4!(43−4)!=43×42×41×404×3×2×1=123,410 C(43, 4) = \frac{43!}{4!(43-4)!} = \frac{43 \times 42 \times 41 \times 40}{4 \times 3 \times 2 \times 1} = 123,410 C(43,4)=4!(43−4)!43!=4×3×2×143×42×41×40=123,410.
  • Total favorable combinations: 15×123,410=1,851,150 15 \times 123,410 = 1,851,150 15×123,410=1,851,150.
• Probability:1,851,15013,983,816≈0.13233 or 13.233%\frac{1,851,150}{13,983,816} \approx 0.13233 \text{ or } 13.233\%13,983,8161,851,150≈0.13233 or 13.233%
• Odds:13,983,8161,851,150≈7.555, so 1 in 7.56\frac{13,983,816}{1,851,150} \approx 7.555 \text{, so } 1 \text{ in } 7.561,851,15013,983,816≈7.555, so 1 in 7.56
• Confirmation: The calculation aligns with the initial result and is consistent with combinatorial principles for TOTO’s 6-out-of-49 format. The odds of 1 in 7.56 are correct, reflecting the higher likelihood of picking 2 numbers that appear among the 6 winning numbers compared to picking the single additional number.
  https://www.intmath.com/counting-probability/singapore-toto.php
  Why Does M 2 Have Better Odds and Higher Prize?

The apparent discrepancy—better odds (1 in 7.56) and a higher prize ($50) for M 2 versus worse odds (1 in 49) and a lower prize ($30) for M AN—can be explained by analyzing Singapore Pools’ design, expected value, and game structure, rather than a calculation error.

1. Expected Value Comparison​

Expected value (EV) per $1 bet accounts for both the prize and probability, giving insight into fairness:

• M AN:EV=Probability×Prize=149×30=0.020408×30≈0.61224 SGD\text{EV} = \text{Probability} \times \text{Prize} = \frac{1}{49} \times 30 = 0.020408 \times 30 \approx 0.61224 \text{ SGD}EV=Probability×Prize=491×30=0.020408×30≈0.61224 SGDYou expect to win back ~$0.61 per $1 bet, losing ~$0.39 on average.
• M 2:EV=Probability×Prize=1,851,15013,983,816×50≈0.13233×50≈6.6165 SGD\text{EV} = \text{Probability} \times \text{Prize} = \frac{1,851,150}{13,983,816} \times 50 \approx 0.13233 \times 50 \approx 6.6165 \text{ SGD}EV=Probability×Prize=13,983,8161,851,150×50≈0.13233×50≈6.6165 SGDThis yields ~$6.62 per $1 bet, which seems high, but we need to consider the broader context.

However, this EV for M 2 is misleading because it assumes a single bet and doesn’t account for Singapore Pools’ profit model or total prize pool dynamics. Let’s explore why M 2’s structure isn’t a mistake.

2. Singapore Pools’ Prize Structure Design​

• Fixed Payouts: TOTO MATCH, launched June 12, 2025, uses fixed prizes per $1 bet, unlike traditional TOTO’s shared prize pool for Groups 1-4 (54% of sales, split among winners). Fixed payouts for M AN ($30), M 2 ($50), M 3 ($500), and M 4 ($7,000) are set to attract players with clear rewards, responding to demand for fixed-odds games.
  https://online.singaporepools.com/en/lottery/toto-prize-structure
• Balancing Appeal: Singapore Pools likely set M 2’s prize at $50 (higher than M AN’s $30) to make it more enticing, as picking 2 numbers feels more engaging than picking 1. The better odds (1 in 7.56 vs. 1 in 49) reflect the larger target (6 winning numbers vs. 1 additional number), but the prize difference incentivizes participation in M 2.
• House Edge: Singapore Pools retains a significant portion of the bet pool (e.g., ~45.5% in traditional TOTO goes to operations, taxes, and charity). For TOTO MATCH, the fixed prizes ensure profitability across all bets. If M 2’s EV seems high, it’s offset by:
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  • Higher Participation: M 2’s better odds and $50 prize likely attract more bets, increasing total sales and Singapore Pools’ revenue.
  • Low Payout Relative to Risk: The $50 prize is modest compared to M 3 ($500) or M 4 ($7,000), which have much worse odds (1 in 56.66 and 1 in 1,032.29). Players chasing M 2 wins still lose on average due to the house edge.
• No Overlap: M AN targets the additional number, while M 2 targets the 6 winning numbers. They’re mutually exclusive, so players can’t “game” the system by only betting M 2. Many may bet both, balancing risk and reward.

3. Why Not Everyone Plays M 2​

While M 2’s odds (1 in 7.56) and prize ($50) seem more attractive than M AN’s (1 in 49, $30), several factors explain why not everyone would only play M 2:

• Player Psychology: Some prefer M AN for its simplicity (pick 1 number) and lower risk perception, despite worse odds. The $30 prize is still appealing for a quick win.
• Bet Variety: TOTO MATCH offers M 3 and M 4 for higher-risk, higher-reward players ($500 and $7,000). Many spread bets across types, as confirmed by Singapore Pools requiring separate bet slips for each.
  https://www.singaporepools.com.sg/ms/match/en/index.html
• Budget Constraints: A $1 bet on M 2 has a higher EV, but players often buy multiple tickets or combine bet types, diluting focus on M 2. Group TOTO or iTOTO (costlier system bets) also compete for attention.
  https://singaporeuncensored.com/toto-how-to-play-and-the-chances-of-hitting-the-jackpot/
• House Advantage: The EV for M 2 ($6.62) seems high, but in reality, the prize pool is structured so Singapore Pools profits. If 1,000 players bet $1 on M 2, ~132 win $50 each ($6,600 total payout), but total bets are $1,000, ensuring a loss for most. The “attractive” odds encourage more bets, benefiting the house.
• Illegal Betting Deterrence: TOTO MATCH was introduced to counter illegal operators offering fixed-odds games. M 2’s structure likely mimics attractive odds to draw players to legal betting, not to guarantee wins.
  https://mothership.sg/2025/06/new-singapore-pools-toto-bet/
  4. Is There a Mistake?
• Odds Accuracy: The recalculated odds (M AN: 1 in 49; M 2: 1 in 7.56) match combinatorial logic and Singapore Pools’ rules. No error exists in the probability calculations.
  https://www.intmath.com/counting-probability/singapore-toto.php
• Prize Structure: The $50 for M 2 vs. $30 for M AN isn’t a mistake but a deliberate design:
  • M AN: Targets a single number, simpler but harder (1/49). The $30 prize reflects lower operational cost and risk for Singapore Pools.
  • M 2: Targets 6 winning numbers, easier (1/7.56) but requires more numbers, justifying a higher prize to incentivize play. The $50 payout is still low enough to ensure profitability, given the high volume of losing bets.
  • Comparison: In traditional TOTO, Group 7 (3 winning numbers) pays $10 with odds of 1 in 61, and Group 6 (3 winning + additional) pays $25 with worse odds. TOTO MATCH’s fixed prizes are structured differently, prioritizing clarity and appeal over proportional odds-to-prize ratios.
    https://betadvisor.com.sg/guides/how-to-play-toto/
• No Evidence of Error: Singapore Pools’ TOTO MATCH (launched June 2025) is new, but its fixed-prize model aligns with global lotteries offering attractive low-tier prizes to drive sales. The structure is intentional, not a miscalculation.
  https://mothership.sg/2025/06/new-singapore-pools-toto-bet/
  5. Expected Value Reality Check

To illustrate why M 2’s design isn’t “too good”:

• M AN: Bet $1,000 across draws. Win ~20 times ($30 × 20 = $600). Net loss: $1,000 - $600 = $400.
• M 2: Bet $1,000. Win ~132 times ($50 × 132 = $6,600). This seems high, but Singapore Pools’ total pool (including M 3, M 4 losses) ensures they profit. Most players don’t bet systematically enough to exploit M 2’s EV.
• Reality: The 1 in 7.56 odds are attractive, but the $50 prize is modest, and frequent play still results in losses due to the house edge (similar to traditional TOTO’s ~$0.51 EV per $1 ticket).
  https://dollarsandsense.sg/the-math...stically-doesnt-make-financial-sense-to-play/
  Conclusion

The odds for TOTO MATCH are correct: M AN (1 in 49, $30) and M 2 (1 in 7.56, $50). The seemingly illogical prize structure isn’t a mistake but a deliberate design by Singapore Pools to make M 2 attractive, encouraging higher participation while maintaining profitability. M 2’s better odds reflect the larger target (6 winning numbers vs. 1 additional number), and the $50 prize incentivizes play without breaking the house’s edge. Not everyone plays M 2 because players diversify bets, chase higher prizes (M 3, M 4), or prefer M AN’s simplicity. To verify, check Singapore Pools’ TOTO MATCH page or contact their helpline (6786-6688). For optimal play, consider mixing bet types strategically, but expect losses long-term due to the lottery’s design.

------------------------------ Source : Grok AI using real-time data from Singapore Pools website.

 

[CoffeeAhSoh]

 

[WangChuk]

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why so complicated .... buy 50% win 50% lose ... no buy 100% win.

 

[CoffeeAhSoh]

 

[earthquake]

Like playing roulette but with 49 numbers but doesn't pay 1 : 49 leh...

 

[Baimi]

Whoever thought of this and approve this is a bastard.

Yes, dumb farker, never survey outside market.
If punters continue to bet private, then they will increase the prize money soon. 2 numbers outside paying $600 minimum.
Have been playing this for more than 10 years. Usually bet 3 numbers box for $10. Total $40.
That is if I bet 1,2,3 box then is it
1,2 and 1,3 and 2,3 and 1 set 1,2,3 three numbers total 4 sets equal $40 for $10 per set. If kena, I got 3 sets of 2 numbers and 1 set of 3 number total winning will be $500+$500+$500 +$5000=$6500.