General Settlement Principles
All bets placed with Epicstar are settled strictly on the official result announced by the event’s governing body or competition authority. When an official outcome is published after normal or specified duration, settlement follows that result unless the market description states otherwise. If an event is not completed or a result cannot be determined within 48 hours after the event’s end, unsettled bets may be voided or refunded in accordance with the market terms. Markets that include overtime, penalties, or additional periods will be settled as described in the market description; where not specified, results from regular time apply and overtime is excluded.
Event Validity and Postponements
Epicstar reserves the right to void or refund bets in cases of event postponement, abandonment, or alteration of venue. If an event is resumed within 48 hours of its original start time, bets may remain valid and be settled to the resumed result; if not resumed within 48 hours, unsettled bets are voided and stakes refunded. For multi‑stage events (e.g., playoffs or two‑leg ties), settlements apply to the applicable leg or legs as concluded; markets tied to qualifications may be void if the match is postponed and not rescheduled within the specified window. Outright markets are settled according to the final competition results regardless of postponement, unless market terms state otherwise.
Market Corrections and Error Handling
Epicstar reserves the right to correct palpable errors in event details or odds. Where an error is identified, the operator may apply revised odds for pre‑live bets or adjust settlements in accordance with the corrected terms. Bets placed after an outcome is known, or when a participant has gained a material, verifiable advantage, may be voided at Epicstar’s discretion. Any correction or cancellation will be communicated in accordance with applicable rules and customer rights.
Live and In‑Play Betting
Live betting markets are offered after a match has commenced. Odds may be updated frequently to reflect real‑time developments. Epicstar may suspend or close markets in response to data reliability or event status. Where a live event is suspended, resumed, or otherwise modified, settlements will be based on the official status and timing announced by the governing body or event organizer.
Outright and Long‑Term Markets
Outright markets (such as seasonal winners, classification positions, or top‑finish rankings) are subject to a Play‑or‑Pay framework: bets on listed participants stand as settled outcomes even if the participant is unable to compete, regardless of the reason. Head‑to‑head markets are excluded from this rule. If a participant is replaced mid‑season by another participant of the same team, team markets remain valid while individual performance markets for the original participant may be voided. If an event is cancelled, all outright bets are voided unless market terms specify otherwise.
Scoring and Player Markets
Player‑level markets include First Goalscorer, Last Goalscorer, and Anytime Goalscorer. These markets apply to regular time unless the market description states otherwise. Own‑goal events are treated as specified in the market terms. If a match is abandoned after a scorer has occurred, bets on the first goalscorer may remain valid while some related markets may be voided according to the market description. Bets on Anytime Goalscorer apply to any participant who plays in the match; bets on players who do not participate are voided where stated.
Sport‑Specific Settlement Rules
Epicstar adopts sport‑specific settlement standards aligned to recognized governing bodies. Examples include thresholds for official status in baseball, hockey, basketball, and football, and considerations for extra innings or overtime where applicable. In baseball, for instance, markets generally require the game to reach the official inning thresholds to remain actionable; in hockey, a game is typically official after a defined portion of play has occurred; in basketball and football, overtime and period rules are reflected where stated in the market terms. If a game's status cannot be confirmed by the official score‑keeping authority, Epicstar will determine settlement based on the latest official data, or void the market where required by the rules for that sport.
Disputes, Adjustments and Refunds
In the event of discrepancies or items not covered by these rules, Epicstar adheres to the prevailing regulatory and gaming rules applicable to the jurisdiction. Bets may be amended or refunded where a decision by a regulatory body, competition authority, or court dictates a different outcome from the initial settlement. If a bet was accepted in error or against the customer’s interests due to a technical fault or other valid reason, Epicstar reserves the right to adjust or void the relevant wager.
Responsible Gaming and Compliance
Epicstar maintains controls for identity verification (KYC), anti‑money‑laundering (AML) compliance, and player protection. Customers may be subject to self‑exclusion, cooling‑off periods, and additional identity checks in accordance with internal policies and applicable law. Data handling and privacy practices are described in Epicstar’s privacy framework, and disputes may be escalated through Epicstar’s customer support channels and, where appropriate, regulatory bodies.
Account and Stake Parameters
Stake limits vary by sport and market type. The minimum and maximum stake values for a bet are visible at the time of wager entry. Epicstar reserves the right to refuse any bet prior to the start of an event and to correct clearly incorrect odds. Bets placed using a customer account must be with funds available in that account; bets placed without sufficient funds may be voided. The operator also reserves the right to suspend, modify, or revoke betting services at any time in accordance with applicable rules.