Online Betting and Cricket in India: A Match Made in Heaven?

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Online Betting and Cricket in India: A Match Made in Heaven?

Online betting is a popular activity in India. Online casinos and operators allow you to place bets from India and it's easier for Indian residents to participate in it. What is the relationship between online betting and cricket in Indian? Is it legal and safe?

Online betting on cricket matches is legal in India as long as it is done through a licensed, domestic betting site. The Indian government has long allowed betting in this way on horse races and cricket.

According to studies, India attracted 544 million USD investment in internet gaming. Offshore betting operators are offering cricket betting in India. It is illegal for Indian residents to use these sites, but the Indian government has had limited success in restricting access to them.

Using unlicensed, offshore betting sites carries significant risks. Indian residents who choose to participate in online betting on cricket should carefully research the site they are using and ensure it is reputable and trustworthy.

Online betting on cricket is legal and safe in India. It can be done through a licensed, reputable domestic or offshore betting site.