World Wrestling Entertainment is reportedly interested in people betting on scripted matches.
Regulators and sportsbook operators met the idea with skepticism and, in some cases, hostility.
The BetMGM CEO said “NFW!” when he was asked whether he would be eager to accept WWE wagers.
(CNBC)It’s clear why World Wrestling Entertainment would want headlines over the prospect of bettors being allowed to wager legally on scripted matches, and not all of it has to do with trying to drive up the potential sale price of the company.
Betting increases fan engagement. Just ask NFL, MLB, the NCAA – even the folks who organize ping pong. They all find a big upside when fans are able to bet on the games.
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