The UK49s Teatime draw, often called UK49s Tea is an exciting lucky numbers game popular across Africa. UK49s works on a fixed-odds betting system where you simply bet on your chosen numbers and if you guess them correctly, the bookmaker pays you based on pre-set odds.

This guide will walk you through exactly how UK49s Tea works and how to approach it.

History of UK49s Tea

UK49s Teatime has its roots in the United Kingdom, where it was first introduced in the 1990s as a side game linked to the UK National Lottery. While the National Lottery focused on large weekly jackpots, UK49s was designed as a more flexible daily betting option.

Unlike traditional lotteries, where you buy a ticket and win from a jackpot pool if you match all the numbers, UK49s allowed players to bet on numbers at fixed odds. This meant there were no shared prize pools, if your prediction was correct, you were paid directly by the bookmaker at the odds agreed when placing your bet.

By the 2000s, UK49s Tea had grown into a standalone brand and gained recognition across Africa and beyond. Today, it is one of the most popular international lucky numbers games on the continent, especially in Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and Ghana.

Overview of UK49s Tea

UK49s Tea is a daily lucky numbers draw that takes place every evening at 6:50 PM (SAST). In each draw, 7 balls are selected from numbers 1 to 49. These 7 balls include six main numbers and one bonus ball or the booster ball.

Players can choose between 1 and 6 numbers to bet on and winnings are determined by the bookmaker’s fixed odds and the size of your stake. The more numbers you bet on, the higher the potential payout but the harder it becomes to win.

Playing UK49s Tea

Playing UK49s Tea is simple once you understand the steps.

1. Choose Your Draw

UK49s Tea takes place every evening at 6:50 PM (SAST). Make sure to place your bets before this cut-off time.

• Pick Your Numbers

You can bet on a minimum of 1 number and a maximum of 6 numbers in this draw. You can choose balls numbered 1 to 49. You can also opt to have the numbers chosen randomly. The more numbers you bet on, the bigger the payout amount.

For example, if you bet on one number, you win if that number is drawn, whereas if you choose three numbers, all three must appear in the draw for you to win.

• Decide on the Draw Type

You can choose a 6-number draw, where only the six main balls are counted, or a 7-number draw, which includes the six main balls plus the bonus ball, also called the booster ball.

If you play the 6-Number Draw, the bonus ball is ignored. If you play the 7-Number Draw, the bonus ball counts, giving your selections an extra chance of winning. The 7-number draw increases your chances of winning but typically offers smaller payouts, as the odds are more favorable.

• Understanding Betting Markets

In addition to standard number picks, UK49s Tea also offers extra betting markets like predicting the bonus ball number, odd/even outcomes, total value ranges, or the colour of the bonus ball. You can choose from the preferred markets to bet on.

• Place Your Stake

Decide how much money you want to bet. Winnings are determined by the bookmaker’s fixed odds and the size of your bet. Submit your bet through an online bookmaker. Make sure to double-check your selected numbers, chosen draw type, and stake before confirming the bet.

• Wait for the Results

The draw occurs at 6:50 PM and seven balls are selected including six main numbers and one bonus ball. Compare the results with your chosen numbers and any other betting markets you played to see if you have won.

Odds of Winning in UK49s Tea

The table below shows the payout odds for UK49s Tea based on the number of numbers you choose to bet on. Pick 1 to 6 indicates how many numbers you select in the draw. The 6 Number Draw column shows the odds if only the six main balls are counted while the 7 Number Draw column includes the bonus ball in the calculation.

Bet Type	6 Number Draw	7 Number Draw	Easy Mode
Pick 1	6/1	5/1	Easy
Pick 2	60/1	40/1	Moderate
Pick 3	650/1	400/1	Hard
Pick 4	10,000/1	5,000/1	Very Hard
Pick 5	150,000/1	50,000/1	Extremely Rare
Pick 6	171,230/1	150,000/1	Almost Impossible

Example: If you choose Pick 3 and select the numbers 7, 15, and 23 for the Teatime draw:

• If all three numbers are drawn, you win according to the table: 650/1 for a 6 Number Draw or 400/1 for a 7 Number Draw.
• A R10 bet a 6 Number Draw would return R6,500 in profit plus your R10 stake while the same bet on a 7 Number Draw would return R4,000 plus your stake.
• If only two of your three numbers are drawn, you do not win as all selected numbers must appear.

Other Betting Markets in UK49s Tea

In addition to simply picking random numbers, UK49s Tea also offers special betting markets that make the game more exciting and strategic.

1. Combination Bets

In a Combination Bet, you can pick up to fourteen numbers from 1 to 49. The system makes all possible groups (combinations) from the numbers you choose. Each group is a separate bet which gives you more chances to win. You win a group only if all numbers in that group appear in the draw. Since each group is a separate bet, your total stake will be higher.

• First Number Drawn

Place a bet on the number of the first ball drawn. Do not confuse this with the first number listed in the results as those are often shown in ascending order. If your chosen number is the first ball drawn, you win.

• Bonus Ball Number

You bet on what number the bonus ball (also called the booster ball) will be. You win this bet only if the bonus ball drawn matches the number you chose.

• Odd/Even Bets

Predict whether a drawn ball will be odd or even. This is one of the simplest markets, almost like a coin toss.

• Hi-Lo Bets

In Hi-Lo Bets, the bookmaker gives a number and you have to guess whether the drawn ball will be higher or lower than that number. If your guess is correct, you win.

• Total Value Bets

You bet on the total sum of all six main balls instead of individual numbers. The bookmaker gives pre-set ranges (for example, 101-150 or 151-200) and you win if the total of the drawn balls falls within your chosen range.

• Bonus Ball Colour

Each ball is assigned a colour based on its number range. You bet on the colour of the bonus ball.

Tips for Playing UK49s Tea

• Betting on fewer numbers like 1 to 3 increases your chances of winning; however, the payout will be smaller.
• For larger payouts, bet on 4 to 6 numbers but this decreases your chances of winning.
• Including the bonus ball in your bet (7-number draw) gives extra chances to win smaller prizes.
• Use combination bets to cover multiple groups of numbers but remember each combination counts as a separate bet which increases your total stake.
• Try side bets like Odd/Even, Hi-Lo, Total Value, or Booster Ball Colour to increase your chances of winning in a single draw.

FAQs for UK49s Tea

1. What time is the UK49s Tea?
   
   

This draw takes place daily at 6:50 PM SAST.

• Can I play UK49s Tea online in Africa?

Yes. Many African online bookmakers offer betting options in UK49s Tea. You can place bets on different markets giving you multiple ways to win.

•  How many numbers can I pick in UK49s Tea?
  
  

You can choose 1 to 6 numbers from 1 to 49 for a regular bet or up to 14 numbers in combination bets.

• How are winnings calculated?

The winnings depend upon the bookmaker’s fixed odds and your stake. The more numbers you pick, the higher the payout.