Having that research wont assure us winnings because it will be depending on th team whos involved,but it can give help for some reason.
Researching for the statistics of the player could really help you win the game. We must base first at their winning percentage, if it's high we can rely on that player. I mean it is not really the best thing to rely on but that will better the odds.
It can extend the chances of winning, with good research and analysations of stats you'll be able to determine if you will have a better
chance of picking the good teams / players to place your bets, always be observant and play with good knowledge, if you choose types
of games make sure you understand and knows who's competing so you can pick the right one to give you much better chances.