Akhil Sarin
Akhil Sarin Joins Bet It Drives: Stake’s Growth and What iGaming Gets Wrong About Marketing
Season 4 of Bet It Drives is back, and Episode 2 features Akhil Sarin, CMO at Easygo and the marketing and partnerships mastermind behind Stake.
Sarin dives into the realities of iGaming marketing, sharing how some of the most cost-effective campaigns can deliver massive impact—including a low-budget idea that went viral with over 16 billion impressions.
Key insights from the episode include:
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Stake’s most valuable partnerships and why they worked
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What sets their sponsorship strategy apart
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Common mistakes iGaming marketing teams make
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The one thing Sarin wishes teams focused more on
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Biggest red flags and warning signs in partnerships
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Leadership lessons and internal trust challenges
The episode also features a fun “Confess or Call” segment, highlighting a late-night call to a senior exec about a high-stakes, unconventional idea—a true test of trust and creativity.
“This season is about open conversations, and Akhil was straight with us,” said Yevhen Krazhan, CSO at GR8 Tech and host of Bet It Drives. “iGaming marketers will rethink spend, partnerships, and what truly drives growth after this episode.”
Season 4 also includes a CEO debate with Cedomir Tomic (Founder, Alea) and Oleksandr Feshchenko (CEO, GR8 Tech), along with upcoming insights on crypto payments in iGaming and esports betting strategies.
Watch or listen to Season 4, Episode 2 on:
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Akhil Sarin
Stake joins Trinbago Knight Riders as official title partner
The Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) today announced that Stake, the world’s leading online casino and sportsbook, has joined as their official Title Partner, marking a significant milestone for the most successful franchise in the Caribbean Premier League.
The partnership unites two powerhouse brands – with Stake aligning with a franchise that has claimed four championship titles (2015, 2017, 2018, and 2020), and continues to set the standard for excellence in T20 cricket.
This partnership adds to Stake’s impressive global sports portfolio, which includes the UFC, Everton FC, and the Stake F1 Team. The announcement builds on Stake’s growing cricket presence, following successful partnerships with the European Cricket Championships, Paarl Royals, and Major League Cricket.
“We are proud to welcome Stake as the Official Title Partner of the Trinbago Knight Riders in a multi- year agreement,” said Binda Dey, Group CMO, Knight Riders Sports.
“This partnership marks a significant milestone for us, bringing together two globally recognised brands with a shared commitment to innovation and elevating fan engagement through technology. Stake’s impressive presence across global sports demonstrates their dedication to supporting world-class sporting entertainment, and we look forward to a successful and impactful partnership.”
Akhil Sarin, Chief Marketing Officer at Stake, said: “TKR represents the kind of excellence Stake looks for in partnerships. Their track record and passionate fanbase make them the perfect addition to our cricket portfolio. We’re excited to support TKR and bring our platform to cricket fans worldwide.”
“Our partnership with TKR is not just about brand alignment – it’s a step toward building meaningful connections with cricket fans. We are excited to create immersive, tech-driven fan experiences that reflect the energy and passion of T20 cricket,” added Sarin.
To celebrate this partnership, Trinbago Knight Riders and Stake launched an innovative teaser campaign, combining the star power of the Knights – Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, and Dwayne Bravo alongside athletes from Stake’s global sponsorship portfolio. The campaign was designed to build intrigue by tapping into the passionate fanbases of these diverse sports, generating organic buzz across social media and culminating in the official partnership reveal.
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