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Online Sports Betting Market is Predicted to Hit USD 59,530.7 Million at a CAGR of 13.6% by 2026 – Report by Market Research Future (MRFR)
According to a comprehensive research report by Market Research Future (MRFR), “Online Sports Betting Market – Information by Sports, Type and Application – Forecast till 2026″ the market size is expected to grow from USD 24,988.4 million in 2019 to USD 59,530.7 million by 2026, at a compound annual growth rate of 13.6%
Market Scope:
The global online sports betting industry is projected to expand at a healthy rate during the forecast period. Factors such as increasing sports demand and eSports activity demand are expected to drive the market during the study period. The growing digital innovation has also provided new opportunities for the online sports betting industry. However, government constraints in some countries are likely to stifle global business growth.
Dominant Key Players on Online Sports Betting market covered are:
- 888 Holdings PLC (UK)
- Flutter Entertainment PLC (UK)
- Bet365 Group Ltd (UK)
- Fortuna Entertainment Group (Netherlands)
- Churchill Downs Incorporated (US)
- Entain PLC (UK)
- DraftKings (US)
- Betsson AB (Sweden)
- Betfred Ltd (UK)
- Webis Holdings PLC (Isle of Man)
- Kindred Group PLC (Malta)
- Sportech PLC (UK)
- BetAmerica (US)
- HKJC Football Betting Limited (Hong Kong)
- Megapari (Cyprus)
Market USP exclusively encompassed:
Market Drivers
The rising demand for sports is propelling the global online sports betting industry forward. Sport is an important platform for achieving growth goals. Sport can make a major contribution to social integration and economic development in a number of geographical, cultural, and political contexts. Through their effect on social capital, trust, culture, and crime, sports can further foster capital accumulation, encourage market functioning, and strengthen institutions. These specific outcomes are mutually reinforcing. Furthermore, participating in sports helps players live longer and healthier lives, which contributes to lower obesity rates. Diabetes and high blood pressure tend to be less common in healthy people. The global eSports industry is expanding, with an increasing number of people participating as competitors or spectators. It is increasingly becoming one of the world’s most famous spectator sports. Modern sports-only websites, similar to the advent of traditional sports betting websites, now offer ways to bet on events and tournaments, as many will be betting on esports.
Regional Analysis
By region, the global online sports betting market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Middle East & Africa.
Europe led the online sports betting industry in 2019 with a volume of USD 12,146.2 million, and it is projected to hit USD 26,323.6 million by 2026 at a CAGR of 12.1%. With a market share of 48.6% in 2019, Europe is the largest contributor to Mobile Online Sports Betting. According to MRFR research, the rising sports spirit and zeal to watch sports in Europe are increasing day by day due to new game formats and gaming modes.
It has become a wide market for players and businesses like gambling and betting to place bets and enjoy themselves. Europe has had a presence of gambling and betting since the 1800s, but it has grown to the next level in recent years; with the adoption of smartphones and the evolution of technology, it is now very convenient to operate and play on the platforms provided by gambling industries.
Segmentation of Market Covered in the research:
The global online sports betting market has been segmented into sports type, type, and application.
Based on sports type, the global online sports betting market has been bifurcated based on the sports type into football, horse riding, cricket, tennis, baseball, volleyball, basketball, hockey, boxing, golf, racing, and others.
Based on application, the global online sports betting market has been divided into mobile-based and web-based applications for online betting. The web-based segment held a larger market share of 64.6% in 2018 and is anticipated to register a CAGR of 8.7% during the review period.
Industry News
In February 2021, Betfred Ltd signed the Rugby League “Double” for 2021, with a one-year contract to become the Challenge Cup’s title sponsor, adding to its long-standing relationship with the Super League. The agreement also includes sponsorship of the Women’s Challenge Cup.
In February 2021, Kindred Group plc announced an alliance with the Quechan Tribe of the Fort Yuma Indian Reservation to gain market access in California and Arizona. The deal, which spans ten years and has an extension clause at the end, allows the Group to offer both online and retail store betting, as well as iGaming. The launch in California and Arizona is contingent on the introduction of local legislation.
In March 2021, Dish Network and DraftKings announced a partnership to offer DraftKings sportsbook and daily fantasy experiences directly to DISH customers nationwide.
In January 2021, Churchill Downs Integrated rebranded its BetAmerica Sportsbook and iGaming platform as ‘TwinSpires.’
In May 2020, Flutter Entertainment PLC successfully purchased the stars group under its banner.
COVID-19 Impact on the Global Online Sports Betting Industry
The outbreak of novel coronavirus has had an effect on many industry verticals, including manufacturing, from raw material production to finished product delivery. On the other hand, in order to monitor the spread of deadly virus, government institutions around the world placed limits on various sporting activities. Owing to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases worldwide, scheduled events such as the English Premier League, Serie A in Italy, La Liga in Spain, Super Lig in Turkey, and Major League Soccer in the United States were canceled or postponed.
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NetGaming, a fast-growing online casino content supplier, is proud to announce its launch in Ontario with Rush Street Interactive, Inc., a leading online casino and sports betting company in the United States, Canada and Latin America. This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone for NetGaming as it continues to expand its footprint across regulated North American markets.
As part of the launch, Ontario players on BetRivers can now enjoy a diverse portfolio of NetGaming titles, known for their high-quality graphics, immersive gameplay, and unique themes. Standout games such as Zeus’s Thunderbolt, Bison Gold, and Fireball Inferno are among the first to go live, with additional titles set to follow soon.
This partnership is just the beginning. NetGaming plans to extend its collaboration with Rush Street Interactive into Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Mexico over the coming months.
Pallavi Deshmukh, CEO of NetGaming, commented: “We are thrilled to go live with Rush Street Interactive, a powerhouse operator with a strong presence and loyal player base. This launch marks a significant milestone in our
North American expansion strategy and underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional gaming experiences tailored to local player preferences across the region.”
Richard Schwartz, CEO of Rush Street Interactive, commented: “We are pleased to partner with NetGaming to bring innovative, premium games to our players in Ontario. This collaboration aligns with our strategy to offer world-class
entertainment through engaging, action-packed online casino games. We look forward to expanding this partnership into additional regulated markets in the months ahead.”
This strategic partnership highlights both companies’ dedication to providing high- quality, innovative, and responsible entertainment to players in regulated markets.
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Casinosfiables announced that they have redesigned their existing site – https://casinosfiables.ca/ to better address current user demands.
Although the site’s functionality aligns with modern industry standards, the redesign is a step in the right direction and could very well give a competitive edge.
The changes addressed certain functionality concerns and aligned with ever-changing user preferences and behavior.
• Seamless page transition – The overall performance of the site improved, so pages loaded faster, despite the addition of new elements.
• Integrated social media buttons – Buttons that lead to social media pages became more visible, so it is easier for readers to complete engagement incentives that granted them affiliate-exclusive rewards or promo codes.
• More valuable insights – Previously, charts and ratings were only explained in separate reviews. The new roundup charts and ratings had a dropdown feature that provided more insights or clarity behind the rating.
• Relevant search filters – Some trends or categories that targeted user intent weren’t visible in the previous version. The updated version introduced new categories that better reflected player preferences, or included roundups based on casino features (e.g., cashback, no wager promos, game providers) that weren’t at the forefront previously.
• Author pages – Readers who had similar opinions and game preferences to the site’s authors gained the ability to find other texts from those authors. Each casino expert received a dedicated page listing all of their publications.
The changes were finalized over the past few months. The team pushed these updates in batches rather than a single big update.
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BCLC
Vancouver Resident Purchased Winning $40 Million Lotto Max Ticket While Quenching Sparkling Water Craving
Phuc Duc (Daniel) Chau loves the Bubly brand of sparkling water and stopped in a convenience store to purchase a can. Chau likes to buy lottery tickets based on a gut feeling, and due to the employee’s bubbly nature while he purchased his Bubly, Chau also purchased a Lotto Max ticket for the May 23, 2025 draw.
It was this ticket that ended up scoring Chau a whopping $40-million jackpot.
“I was at work when I found out,” recalled Chau of the moment he realized he won. “I was going through my bag to find a cough drop, but I saw that I had two lottery tickets in my bag and decided to scan the tickets, but I needed to update the [BCLC Lotto!] app first. The first ticket I didn’t win anything, but the second said $40 million. I have never seen that many zeroes in my life, ever. I dropped my phone and then called BCLC right away!”
At the time of the prize claim, the Vancouver resident hadn’t yet shared the news of his win.
“My partner doesn’t know yet! I want to share the news with them in a special way.”
Chau shared that his dream has always been to travel the world. “There are so many places I want to go to, so I haven’t fully decided!”
When asked if he will quit his job, he said, “I haven’t decided, but I want to continue to support my community in a different way.”
On how it feels to be a multimillionaire?
“It means a lot to me. It opens up an opportunity for me to give back to my family, community and the world all around me. It’s not meaningful unless you can share this with those who need it.”
Chau purchased the winning ticket at the 7-Eleven on Imperial Street and Boundary Road in Burnaby.
So far in 2025, B.C. lottery players have redeemed more than $146 million from Lotto Max. Lotto Max is a nationwide lottery game drawn on Tuesdays and Fridays after 7:30 p.m. (PST).
Players can purchase tickets at lottery retailers or at PlayNow.com. Winning numbers and group release forms can be found online at www.bclc.com. Players can check their lottery tickets anytime, anywhere on iOS and Android devices.
BCLC offers socially responsible gambling entertainment while generating income to benefit all British Columbians. Players can visit PlayNow.com to learn how to set time and money limits.
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