16x Sports — Badminton, Tennis, Basketball & Esports Malaysia
16x offers sports betting across a range of disciplines popular with Malaysian fans — from Thomas & Uber Cup badminton and Grand Slam tennis to NBA basketball and the fast-growing world of esports. This page covers every sports category, how to place bets, and how to get started from your smartphone.
Badminton, tennis, basketball, MotoGP, esports & more — all in one platform
Odds update in real time as the match unfolds — bet as the action develops
Bet from anywhere — interface optimised for Malaysian smartphones
The Five Most Active Sports Categories on 16x
Each category has its own markets and betting formats, tailored to how Malaysian users watch and wager.
Badminton — Malaysia's Sporting Pride
Badminton is more than a sport — it's part of Malaysia's identity. From legends like Lee Chong Wei to the latest generation of national players, every Thomas Cup, Uber Cup, All England, and World Championship match is a major draw. 16x offers markets for group stage, quarterfinal, semifinal, and final matches, with odds updated live. Players can bet on set winners, total points, or the overall match result.
International badminton matches typically fall on weekends, from afternoon to evening Malaysia Time — making them ideal for after-work betting sessions.
Esports — The Fastest-Growing Market
Esports is now one of the fastest-growing betting categories in Malaysia, particularly Mobile Legends (ML) and DOTA 2. Younger users who follow the MPL Malaysia and SEA leagues show strong interest in betting on local teams. Esports betting markets include match winner, map winner, total kills, and overall tournament winner.
Esports has a unique edge — matches are scheduled far more frequently than traditional sports, and streams can be watched live on streaming platforms simultaneously while you bet.
Basketball — From the NBA to ASEAN
The NBA is the most popular basketball league among Malaysian users, who are typically active late at night. NBA games usually tip off between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM Malaysian time on weekdays, and earlier on weekends. The 16x platform offers markets on match winners, point handicaps, and total points. NBA playoff games and the Finals consistently draw some of the highest betting volumes of the year.
Tennis — Grand Slam & Major Matches
The four Grand Slams — Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon, and the US Open — are the biggest tennis events wagered on by 16x users. Beyond the Slams, Masters 1000 events and the ATP Finals also draw strong interest from active players. Tennis markets cover match winner, set handicap, total sets, and tiebreak. With no draw possible, tennis is a more straightforward option for beginners compared to some other sports.
Motorsport Racing — MotoGP & More
MotoGP is the most followed motorsport in Malaysia, especially in the lead-up to the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang. The 16x platform covers markets on race winners, podium finishes, best rookies, and other options relevant to each round. Formula 1 is also available with broader markets for fans following the overall Championship. Unlike team sports, motorsport gives you a larger field of competitors to choose from in every bet, making it an appealing option for players who enjoy analysing driver and team data.
Market Overview & Category Suitability
| Sports | Main Markets | Active Hours (MYT) | Suitable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Badminton | Match winner, set handicap, tournament winner | Afternoon – Evening (weekends) | All skill levels, fans of the national game |
| Esports (ML, DOTA 2) | Map winner, total kills, match winner | Evening – Midnight | Young players, local league fans |
| Basketball (NBA) | Point handicap, over/under, match winner | Morning (7.30am – 12pm) | NBA fans, seasoned bettors |
| Tennis (Grand Slam) | Match winner, set handicap, total sets | Evening – Night (season dependent) | Beginner to advanced |
Follow the Action, Wherever You Are
The sports page on the 16x platform is built mobile-first. Match listings can be filtered by sport, start time, and market type with a single tap. On smaller screens, odds are displayed in a clean, easy-to-read format — no zooming or horizontal scrolling required.
For live betting during badminton or esports matches, a stable connection is key. Android users can get a faster experience through official 16x mobile app which you can download directly to your phone. The app also lets you set notifications for the matches you want to follow.
For iOS users or those who prefer a browser, all betting features are fully available via Safari or Chrome with no loss of functionality. The platform is also optimised to run on a standard 4G connection, not just high-speed WiFi — which matters for users in rural areas or on the move.
What You Need to Know Before You Start
All bets require an active account. Registration takes less than five minutes and can be done entirely from your phone.
The platform accepts DuitNow, FPX, and online banking transfers. No currency conversion — everything transacts in RM.
Match times vary by sport and season. Check dates and kick-off times within the platform after logging in.
The platform uses decimal format. Multiply your stake by the odds to calculate your potential return.
You can set deposit or betting limits in your account settings. For more information, visit the play responsibly.
Good to Know — Additional Information
Not all sports are available at all times. Market availability depends on whether matches are scheduled in the current season. Check the platform directly for the latest list of bettable fixtures.
Android app users can enable push notifications to get alerts when their favourite sports events open for betting — so you never miss a once-a-year event like the Thomas Cup or the BWF Finals.
All deposit and withdrawal transactions are protected with industry-standard SSL encryption. Your card details and banking information are not stored on the platform. To learn more about our privacy policy, visit the about the 16x platform.
Why Malaysian Sports Fans Choose This Platform
Malaysia has a rich and diverse sports culture — from badminton courts in Chow Kit to Penang kopitiams streaming basketball on a weekday morning. 16x is built with these habits in mind, offering an interface that works even on older phones, with readable text sizes and buttons that don't require a precise tap.
Users from Penang have noted they regularly use the platform during lunch breaks to check evening match odds, or in the early hours to follow live NBA games. This is only possible because the platform is accessible 24 hours a day with no time restrictions or frequent maintenance downtime.
Deposits and withdrawals via DuitNow and FPX allow users across Malaysia — including those far from city centres — to manage their accounts with ease, without relying on cheques or manual transfers.
Your Favourite Sports Are Waiting — Start Betting Today
Sign up for a free account on 16x, make your first deposit in MYR, and explore all the sports markets available — from badminton to esports, all in one mobile platform.
Sports Season Promotions & Weekend Offers
16x regularly runs promotions timed to major sports seasons — from the group stages of world badminton championships to the NBA regular season and MotoGP races at Sepang. These offers typically include bonus credits on your first deposit or cashback on losing bets during the promotional period.
During major Malaysian celebrations such as Hari Raya Aidilfitri and National Sports Day, special promotions are launched for users active in sports categories. Users who have registered and enabled account notifications will receive alerts directly, without having to check manually every day.
To make sure you don't miss any offers throughout the 2026 sports season, register a new account now and activate notifications in your profile settings after your first login.