Sports Welcome Bonus
New to the sports deck at Pirate Pots? Your first qualifying sports deposit earns a 100% matched bonus up to £85. Bet on Football, Basketball, Ice Hockey or Tennis to unlock the offer.
- 100% match on first sports deposit
- Maximum bonus amount: £85
- Minimum qualifying deposit: £20
- Qualifying sports: Football, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Tennis only
- Handicap and Draw No Bet markets excluded
- Max bet with active bonus: equal to deposit amount
- Bonus valid 10 days from credit
- New players only - one offer per household
18+ | New players only | T&Cs apply | Valid 10 days
Sports Markets
The full breadth of the Pirate Pots sportsbook - from top-tier leagues to virtual competitions
Top Sports
Football
Premier League, Championship, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Champions League, international tournaments and more. The broadest market on the sportsbook.
Bet on FootballBasketball
NBA, EuroLeague, FIBA World Cup and international leagues. Game lines, totals, player props and live in-play betting throughout the season.
Bet on BasketballTennis
ATP and WTA tour events, Grand Slams, Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup. Match winner, set betting, game handicaps and live markets.
Bet on TennisIce Hockey
NHL regular season and playoffs, IIHF World Championship, international club competitions. Moneyline, puck line and total goals markets.
Bet on Ice HockeyMore Sports
Volleyball
Domestic leagues and international competitions. Set betting and match winner markets available.
Handball
EHF Champions League, national leagues and major tournaments throughout the year.
Rugby
Premiership, Pro14, Super Rugby, Six Nations and international test matches. Points spread and match winner.
Cricket
International test cricket, ODIs, T20Is and domestic T20 competitions. Match and innings markets.
Boxing
Major world title fights across all weight divisions. Fight winner, method of victory and round betting.
MMA
UFC, Bellator and ONE Championship events. Fight outcome, method of victory and round betting markets.
Snooker
World Championship, UK Championship, Masters and tour events. Match winner and frame handicap markets.
Darts
PDC World Championship, Premier League and major events. Match winner and set and leg betting available.
Virtual Sports
Virtual Football
AI-driven simulated football matches running continuously around the clock. Bet on match winner, both teams to score, correct score and more.
Bet NowVirtual Horse Racing
Simulated horse racing events every few minutes. Win, each-way, place and forecast betting on virtual races.
Bet NowVirtual Greyhound
Virtual greyhound racing with fast turnaround between races. Straight and forecast betting on every card.
Bet NowVirtual Basketball
Simulated basketball competitions available 24/7. Bet on match winner, point spread and totals markets.
Bet NowVirtual Sports results are determined by a certified random number generator. All markets are available independently of real-world events. Virtual Sport bets do not qualify for the sports welcome bonus.
Live In-Play Betting
The odds shift as the action unfolds. Bet on events as they happen with our live betting markets.
Bet While the Action is Live
At Pirate Pots, in-play betting keeps you in the heart of the action. Once a match kicks off, a wide range of live markets open up alongside the pre-match selections - allowing you to react to what is happening on the pitch, court or ice.
- Live match winner and handicap markets
- Next goal scorer and next point markets
- In-play totals and over/under betting
- Match stats and live score updates
- Cash out available on selected markets
- Live betting available on football, basketball, tennis and more
In-Play Tips
- Odds update in real time - act quickly on the prices you want
- Live markets may be suspended briefly around key events
- Combine live bets with pre-match selections in an accumulator
- Monitor the live score feed while placing your wagers
- Cash out lets you secure a return before the final whistle
Bet Types Available
From simple singles to complex accumulators, Pirate Pots covers the full range of popular bet types
Single
The straightforward bet on one selection. Win and you receive your stake multiplied by the odds. The simplest and most common bet type.
Accumulator (Acca)
Combine two or more selections into one bet. All legs must win for the bet to return. Higher risk, higher potential reward. Popular for weekend football cards.
Double
Two selections combined. Returns from the first selection roll over to become the stake on the second. Both must win.
Treble
Three selections combined in a single bet. All three must win. Returns compound across all three legs.
System Bets
Trixie, Patent, Yankee and Lucky 15 formats allow for some legs to lose while still returning a profit if enough selections win.
Each-Way
Available on horse and greyhound racing. Two bets in one - a win bet and a place bet. Returns even if your selection finishes in the places.
- Place a qualifying wager to unlock
- Valid on Football, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Tennis
- Freebet valid for 7 days from credit
- Winnings paid as withdrawable cash
18+ | New players only | T&Cs apply
The £20 Sports Freebet
New players at Pirate Pots who place a qualifying sports wager receive a £20 freebet credited to their account. The freebet can be used on any eligible sports market - no special code required.
Eligible Markets for the Freebet
To qualify for the sports welcome bonus and freebet, your bet must be placed on one of the following sports:
- Football - standard match outcome markets
- Basketball - NBA and major international leagues
- Ice Hockey - NHL and IIHF events
- Tennis - ATP and WTA tour events
Please note: Handicap betting and Draw No Bet markets do not qualify for the sports welcome bonus. Virtual Sports are also excluded.
See All Sports OffersSports Betting FAQs
Register a new account at Pirate Pots, navigate to the sports section and make your first qualifying sports deposit of at least £20. The 100% match bonus up to £85 is credited automatically. The £20 freebet is credited after you place a qualifying wager on Football, Basketball, Ice Hockey or Tennis.
Football, Basketball, Ice Hockey and Tennis are the four qualifying sports for the sports welcome bonus. Bets placed on other sports, virtual sports, or on Handicap and Draw No Bet markets do not count towards qualifying the bonus. Please check the full terms and conditions for any other restrictions.
Yes. Virtual Football, Virtual Horse Racing, Virtual Greyhound and Virtual Basketball are all available at Pirate Pots. These markets run 24/7 and are powered by certified random number generators. Note that virtual sports do not qualify for the sports welcome bonus.
Yes. Pirate Pots offers in-play betting on football, basketball, tennis, ice hockey and other major sports. Markets update in real time as the match progresses. Cash out is available on selected live markets, allowing you to lock in a return before the event concludes.
No. The casino welcome chest (250% up to £2,500 + 1,000 FS) and the sports welcome bonus (100% up to £85) are separate offers. Casino bonus funds cannot be wagered on sports markets. Make sure you select the correct bonus for the section you are playing in.
When the sports welcome bonus is active, the maximum bet per wager is equal to your qualifying deposit amount. Placing a bet above this limit may result in the bonus being forfeited. Check the full T&Cs for your specific bonus for exact restrictions.
If your £20 freebet wins, the winnings (excluding the freebet stake) are credited to your account as real withdrawable cash. The original £20 freebet amount is not returned as part of the winnings, but the profit from the bet is yours to use or withdraw as you wish.