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| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via توقعات المونديال) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
0% | 100% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Trade this market → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
0% | 100% | 0% | Geo-blocked in US/UK/EU | USDC, on-chain | Trade this market → |
Kalshi kalshi.com |
— | — | Up to 7% per trade | US-only, KYC required | USD | Trade this market → |
Betfair Exchange betfair.com |
— | — | 2-5% commission | Full KYC from first trade | GBP / EUR | Trade this market → |
Manifold Markets manifold.markets |
— | — | Play-money (mana) | None — play-money | Mana (no cash-out) | Trade this market → |
Market context
Commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has surged to its highest level in two months following a deal to halt the US-Iran war, with 25 vessels crossing on Thursday—more than triple the daily average recorded since early March [1]. This reopening stems from a memorandum finalised on June 17, which guarantees immediate navigation and mandates the US to lift its naval blockade by July 19, while Iran pledges best efforts to restore pre-war traffic levels within the same timeframe [3]. Despite this progress, the strait remains effectively closed for most commercial throughput, with daily transits near zero against a normal baseline of roughly 60, leaving over 150 ships stranded and war-risk insurance premiums at extreme levels [5].
Historical precedents frame the current 0% crowd-implied probability as a rational assessment of structural fragility rather than mere pessimism. Previous brief reopenings, such as the one on April 21 that collapsed within a day, demonstrate how quickly geopolitical tensions can sever the waterway again [5]. Pre-war averages of 108 crossings daily have plummeted to 22 as of early April, an 87% collapse that underscores the severity of the disruption [10]. Even with the recent deal, the agreement does not clarify whether Iran retains ultimate authority over the strait, and vessels are permitted toll-free passage for only 60 days, implying future toll imposition could further suppress traffic [3].
Traders must monitor the July 19 deadline for the US naval blockade lift, as failure to execute this could reignite hostilities and halt the fragile recovery [3]. The IMF PortWatch data dependency is critical; ships not reported by this agency will not count toward the 60-transit threshold, meaning even a surge in physical traffic may not resolve the market if tracking gaps persist [2]. Recent reports indicate that some tanker owners continue transiting without AIS, suggesting extreme possibility of unrecorded movements that could skew the official 7-day moving average [2]. Any escalation in missile threats or renewed toll demands before mid-July would likely invalidate the current recovery trajectory.
Methodology
Football-specific comparison page for توقع: Strait of Hormuz traffic returns to normal by July 7?. Polymarket's live quote (Polygon order book) plus platform attributes for the three reference venues. Sports markets reward liquidity — Polymarket and Betfair are materially deeper than Kalshi (US-focused) or Manifold (play-money).
Resolution & payout
Sports markets typically settle on official final-whistle plus league confirmation. Polymarket uses UMA Optimistic Oracle with a source URL per contract — usually official league data feeds or ESPN/Soccerway. Two-hour dispute window, then smart-contract payout in USDC.
FAQ
- Can I bet on individual matches?
- Yes, Polymarket lists every major Premier League / Champions League / World Cup match as its own market. Liquidity varies — top matches like El Clásico or a semi-final often have six-figure pools, lower-league games closer to three-figure.
- What are live sports odds on Polymarket?
- Some top-tier matches stay open during play — you can trade the half-time probability in the 70th minute. Polymarket mid-prices update second-by-second; any frontend mirroring the order book shows the same movement.
- Which sports markets are available?
- Football (soccer) dominates — Champions League, World Cup, Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga — followed by NFL, NBA, tennis Grand Slams, Formula 1, boxing/MMA. Resolution via official league source confirmation.
- What's the difference between match odds and outright odds?
- Match odds cover a single game ("Bayern beats BVB"). Outright odds are long-term aggregates ("Bayern wins the league"). Outright markets have deeper liquidity; match markets have faster resolution.
- Can I import form data and lineups?
- This page shows the live Polymarket quote as an implied probability. Form data and lineups must be researched separately via sports data providers (e.g. Soccerway, ESPN, FBref) — we surface the market probability, not the sport analysis.
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